Incubating Innovation in Literacy Edtech at EdTech Week 2026

This panel highlights innovative, research-informed design practices for creating high-quality literacy technologies for children across home and school contexts. We will demonstrate how tools can be designed to be both child-centered and aligned with the latest learning sciences research. Bringing together designers, researchers, educators, and funders, the panel showcases how cross-sector collaboration strengthens impactful edtech. Featuring Medha Tare (Cooney Center), Azi Jamalian (The GIANT Room), Laina Vlasnik (Robin Hood), Youngna Park (Sago Mini), and Ellen Darensbourg (NYC Public Schools).
October 14, 2026
10:00 – 10:30 AM