Khan Academy Support and Features

Sal Khan hosts a live stream discussing Khan Academy's updates, including new initiatives like Learn Storm and resources for distance learning. He emphasizes the importance of donations to support the non-profit. The session also covers Khan Academy Kids, a program for young learners, and includes a Q&A segment addressing audience questions on homeschooling, motivation, and more.

What is the primary funding source for Khan Academy?

• Subscription fees

• Corporate sponsorships

• Government grants

• Donations from individuals

What is the main goal of the LearnStorm initiative?

• To provide physical education resources

• To motivate students in a distance learning environment

• To train teachers in new technologies

• To offer free meals to students

What age group is Khan Academy Kids designed for?

• 8 to 12-year-olds

• 2 to 7-year-olds

• Adults

• 13 to 18-year-olds

What new feature does Khan Academy Kids offer for teachers?

• Virtual reality lessons

• Teacher tools for student management

• Printed worksheets

• Live video classes

How can parents use Khan Academy Kids to support their child's learning?

• By setting up a personalized learning path

• By enrolling them in a physical school

• By limiting screen time to weekends

• By focusing only on math skills

How does Khan Academy suggest parents can help motivate their children to study?

• By hiring a private tutor

• By offering monetary rewards

• By reducing study time

• By setting shared goals and monitoring progress

What is a recommended way to determine a student's math level on Khan Academy?

• Guessing based on age

• Consulting a teacher

• Using the course challenge feature

• Taking a standardized test

What is a key benefit of using Khan Academy's 'Get Ready for Grade Level' courses?

• They are only available for high school students

• They help fill in prerequisite knowledge gaps

• They offer live tutoring sessions

• They provide physical textbooks

What is Khan Academy's approach to supporting students with disabilities?

• Focusing only on physical disabilities

• Providing subtitles and closed captions

• Offering specialized courses

• Creating separate platforms

What is the purpose of the Khan Academy advocate program?

• To develop new courses

• To translate Khan Academy content into different languages

• To fundraise for the organization

• To recruit new teachers