Khan Academy Skype Interview Preparation

The transcript discusses the growing interest in Khan Academy by the press. It mentions two separate press requests: one from an international organization seeking interviews in New Delhi, Bangkok, Dubai, and Hong Kong, and another from a US national show interested in Skype interviews with anyone who has a webcam and Skype. The speaker provides details on scheduling these interviews and encourages interested individuals to contact them via email, providing some context on how they use Khan Academy.

What is the main reason for the increased interest in Khan Academy at the start of the new year?

• A new educational program launch

• Increased press coverage

• A government partnership

• A celebrity endorsement

Which cities are mentioned for the international press request?

• New Delhi, Bangkok, Dubai, Hong Kong

• New York, London, Tokyo, Sydney

• Paris, Berlin, Rome, Madrid

• Beijing, Seoul, Moscow, Cairo

What is the purpose of the international press request?

• To distribute promotional materials

• To conduct online surveys

• To host a live event

• To visit users and see how they use Khan Academy

What is the requirement for participating in the national US show Skype interview?

• Owning a Khan Academy account

• Having a webcam and Skype

• Living in a specific city

• Being a teacher

When is the Skype interview scheduled to take place?

• January 7th, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. PST

• January 8th, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. PST

• January 6th, 2010, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. PST

• January 5th, 2010, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. PST

What should participants include in their email to the organizer?

• Their Skype username

• Their favorite Khan Academy course

• Their location and time zone

• A brief introduction and how they use Khan Academy

What is the backup plan if participants are not available during the specified time?

• Use a different video conferencing tool

• Conduct interviews at a reasonable time for the West Coast

• Reschedule for a later date

• Cancel the interview

What should participants do if they are interested in the Skype interview but unavailable at the specified time?

• Wait for a follow-up email

• Contact the press organization directly

• Send an email expressing interest and availability

• Ignore the request

What is the main difference between the two press requests?

• One is for international audiences, the other for local

• One requires in-person visits, the other is via Skype

• One is for a documentary, the other for a news article

• One is for students, the other for teachers

What is the general sentiment about the growing interest in Khan Academy?

• Disappointed

• Indifferent

• Concerned

• Excited