Khan Academy and Online Education

Salman Khan, a former hedge fund analyst, founded Khan Academy to teach math online. His free YouTube lessons have reached millions globally, offering subjects from basic math to advanced calculus. Khan's approach, focusing on short, repeatable lessons, has been praised for helping students who struggle in traditional classrooms. His work has inspired efforts to bring online education to remote areas, potentially revolutionizing access to quality instruction worldwide.

What was Salman Khan's profession before he started teaching math online?

• Software Engineer

• Teacher

• Hedge Fund Analyst

• Journalist

What is the primary goal of Khan's online lessons?

• To entertain students

• To provide free education

• To sell educational products

• To promote his personal brand

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How did Khan initially come up with the idea for Khan Academy?

• By teaching his cousin math

• By attending a conference

• By reading an educational book

• By watching online videos

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What is one of the main benefits of Khan's short, repeatable lessons?

• They are entertaining

• They are easy to memorize

• They allow for better understanding

• They are visually appealing

What is a common challenge faced by students in traditional classrooms that Khan's videos help address?

• Lack of resources

• Pace of teaching

• Classroom size

• Teacher availability

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What is the main reason Khan kept his lessons short initially?

• To fit YouTube restrictions

• To make them more engaging

• To reduce production costs

• To cater to younger audiences

How many video views does Khan Academy receive daily?

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 40,000

• 30,000

What is the potential impact of online education in remote areas?

• It can provide high-quality instruction

• It can replace traditional schools

• It can increase internet usage

• It can reduce the need for teachers

What future subjects does Khan plan to include in his educational content?

• Physical education

• Music and art

• History and grammar

• Only math and science

What is the main challenge faced by computers in Ethiopia as mentioned in the video?

• Lack of electricity

• High maintenance costs

• Inability to connect to the internet

• Shortage of educational software