Marie Clarke Arturi - Communicate Creatively

Marie, CEO of Edgewood, shares her journey from technology in the 80s to founding a medical research foundation after her daughter's death. She highlights the need for creative communication tools, leading to the creation of edu.bunsee.com. The tool empowers students in classrooms, enabling them to express themselves through digital storytelling and multimedia. Marie emphasizes the importance of giving students a voice and the ability to communicate creatively, preparing them for future careers.

What did Marie notice about conversations in the late 80s?

• They were about sports events.

• They focused on politics.

• They increasingly involved technology and computers.

• They were mostly about fashion.

What was a significant challenge faced by the medical research foundation?

• Lack of funding for research.

• Inadequate tools for rapid communication.

• Resistance from the medical community.

• Difficulty in finding qualified researchers.

What was the primary goal of creating edu.bunsee.com?

• To replace traditional textbooks.

• To develop a new social media platform.

• To create a tool for creative and collaborative communication.

• To offer online courses.

How did educators react to the introduction of Bunsee in classrooms?

• They encouraged its integration into educational settings.

• They preferred traditional teaching methods.

• They found it too complex to use.

• They were skeptical about its effectiveness.

What impact did Bunsee have on students according to Marie?

• It was not well-received by students.

• It empowered students to express themselves creatively.

• It was only useful for advanced students.

• It made learning more difficult.

What did a teacher report about a third grader's experience with Bunsee?

• The student quickly learned and helped others.

• The student preferred traditional methods.

• The student struggled to use the tool.

• The student found it boring.

What is the ultimate goal for students using Bunsee, according to Marie?

• To avoid using technology in learning.

• To memorize facts quickly.

• To focus solely on academic achievements.

• To become fluent in digital storytelling and media use.