Twin Education Spotlight: Issue 24
Can AI close the learning gapâor widen it further? This weekâs stories remind us that the future of education depends on how we use todayâs tools. From planting a single tree to reforest a land, to planting an idea that can change a classroomâtransformation begins with small, meaningful steps.
At Twin, we believe science guided by empathy can bring both opportunity and balance. Thatâs why we build tools that not only boost learning, but also bridge global dividesâwith educators, students, and partners like Stanford by our side. Letâs keep growing together. Enjoy the read! đ±
đ» Highlights on Twin
đ A New Favourite in the Quizzes Tab!
Thereâs a new addition to one of the most loved areas of the Twin platform: the Quizzes tab! Alongside Multiplayer Mode, youâll now find Class Viewâa feature that lets you run quizzes directly on your smartboard and present each question live to your students. Make your lessons more engaging, competitive, and fun!Â
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Content of the Week: Sound Sensors in Forests
What can a forest tell usâif we know how to listen? In this video, students will discover how zoologists use sound sensors to study animal behavior, explore sound waves, and unlock hidden patterns in nature. A perfect blend of biology, physics, and curiosity!
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Simulation Lab: Greenhouse Effect đĄïž
Why is our planet getting warmer? In this interactive simulation, students explore how greenhouse gases trap heat and impact Earthâs climate. Let your class investigate, test, and reflect on real-world sustainability through science in action.
Challenge of the Week: Plant a Tree đ±
Inspired by SebastiĂŁo Salgadoâwho helped turn barren land into a thriving forestâyour students are invited to plant one small tree and witness how change begins. This week, assign your class a mission: plant a tree, take a photo, and leave a mark of hope for the future.
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PS: For those curious about the full story, we recommend the film The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind!
Copy & Paste this Prompt
âImagine you’re a 3rd grade classroom teacher. Design a 20-minute role-playing activity that helps students practice empathy and cooperation. The game should be simple, fun, and engaging for young learners. Include clear roles, a relatable scenario (like a classroom, playground, or neighbourhood), and specific actions students can take to show empathy and work together. Make sure every child has a chance to participate and reflect briefly at the end.’
7 Students, 7 Bikes, and Twin STEM Kits on the Road
This summer, seven Stanford students will bike across the U.S. from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.âcarrying more than just backpacks. With Twin STEM kits, their mission is to spread STEM for Sustainability and make hands-on learning accessible to every child they meet. Stay tuned for more updates on this journey!
Behind the Scenes: Social Impact to Sustainability
At the TRUK Accelerator London Chapter Launch, Twin CEO Asude AltıntaĆ GĂŒray shared her experience advancing holistic STEM education through award-winning social innovation. Drawing from her journey, she highlighted how technology and education can empower underserved communities and drive long-term impact. In a room filled with purpose-driven founders, Twinâs mission stood out as a powerful example of how learning can become a force for equity and sustainability.
đ§âđ« From the Twin Teacher Community
Those Who Know Twin, Teach It to Others!
Our teachers Bahar Ăzhan Tan and Ăzlem Genç Mutlu have launched a peer learning movement thatâs reaching beyond their own schools! With the help of middle and high school volunteers who know how to use Twin STEM kits, theyâre now running workshops in five more schools across their district.
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PS:Â Our teacher Bahar has a movie recommendation just for you!Â
From the Teacherâs Shelf:Â Big Friends
Our teacher Aslı Gökgöz recommends Big Friends by Linda Sarahâa heartfelt story that gently explores whether there’s room for a third person in a two-person friendship. Itâs a perfect P4C resource to spark thoughtful discussions on emotions like jealousy, as well as imagination and collaboration. The story also shows how cardboard boxes become whole worlds through creativityâjust like students can with Twin modules and a little imagination!
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Educatorsâ Watch Pick:Â Tuesdays with Morrie
Recommended by our teacher Bahar Ăzhan Tan, Tuesdays with Morrie is a heartfelt story where a retired professor and his former student reconnect to rediscover what truly matters in life. A gentle reminder that even beyond the classroom, teachers continue to shape lives.
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đŁ Key Headlines for Educators
đŻÂ Early Insight, Smarter Teaching
New research from Stanford HAI shows that just 2 to 5 hours of learning data can help predict whether a student will struggle or excel in future assessments. This means teachers can intervene earlier, tailor instruction more effectively, and support students before challenges turn into learning gaps.
Sustainability Spotlight: Early Holiday, More Fans đĄïž
Soaring temperatures in the Philippines forced millions of students out of school last year. Now, schools are shifting schedules, shortening lessons, and adding fans and water stations to keep learning goingâeven in extreme heat. This is what climate adaptation looks like in classrooms with limited resources, led by teachers determined to protect learning and wellbeing.
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Where Roots Remember and Trees Return
When renowned photographer SebastiĂŁo Salgado returned to his childhood farm, he found not the rainforest of his memoriesâbut a barren land. Together with his wife LĂ©lia, he began reforesting the land, planting nearly 3 million trees and founding Instituto Terra. Today, the reserve is not only a flourishing forest, but also a space for environmental educationâwhere local children, called Terrinhas, learn about water cycles, recycling, and the power of restoration.
How AI Will Divide the Best From the Rest
AI is boosting productivity across every fieldâbut not equally. Research shows that those with access to these technologies are advancing rapidly, while the gap grows deeper for underserved communities. We believe education should offer equal opportunities to every child. Through initiatives like the World Science Movement, Twin is working to bridge this divideâbringing cutting-edge technology to children around the world.
PS: Want to see how Stanfordâs biking students and Twin are helping reduce the learning gap? Youâre just four scrolls away!Â
Feel free to share this newsletter with any colleagues who might find it helpfulâwe’re always excited to welcome more educators into our community!
Stay connected with us for the latest updates and insights.
Best regards,
The Twin Science Teamđ
