CRIATIVO

Around the world, education systems are beginning to treat Digital Intelligence (DQ) as foundational. It’s becoming as essential as literacy and numeracy. Developed by the DQ Institute in partnership with WEF, #DQEveryChild is a strategic global movement to empower 8-12 year olds with comprehensive digital citizenship skills from the start of their digital lives. It focuses on competencies such as digital identity, safety, rights, empathy, and creativity and has already reached learners across 100+ countries. In a world where children are growing up online, raising digitally empowered learners starts with teaching them to navigate the digital world - not just skillfully, but responsibly. At CRIATIVO, we see DQ as integral to the future of Education & Learning - complementing IQ and EQ in shaping a more balanced, future-ready generation. #digital #education #learning #dq

In Education & Learning, curriculum and pedagogy usually get the spotlight in research and innovation. But behind the scenes, it’s the operational backbone - systems, processes, and decisions - that determine how well those ideas actually work on the ground. At CRIATIVO, we’ve worked with 70+ schools and institutions, and the pattern is clear: when administrative systems improve, learning outcomes follow. Better operations lead to: - More time for educators to focus on teaching - Faster, data-informed decision-making for leaders - Consistent processes that support scale and sustainability We call this operational intelligence. And it’s not just about digitising attendance or automating reports. It’s about designing environments where every part - from planning to execution - functions with clarity, intention, and alignment. When systems run intelligently, educators teach better, students learn better, and the entire institution thrives. #operations #education #learning #systems

Open Educational Resources (OER) are reshaping how knowledge is created, shared, and scaled. Simply put, OER are free textbooks, lesson plans, and research materials that anyone can use, adapt, and share without copyright or cost barriers. UNESCO’s 2019 Recommendation on OER has now been adopted by 40+ countries. The UAE, US, France, and Kenya are piloting national OER frameworks. In fact, the UAE recently hosted the Dubai Declaration on OER, highlighting its role in shaping the global OER and digital public goods agenda. Why it matters: – Reduces cost for learners and institutions – Enables cultural and contextual relevance – Promotes co-creation, not just consumption – Expands equity by removing access barriers At CRIATIVO, we see OER as a foundational piece in the future of Education & Learning because making learning better for all starts with making it truly accessible. #education #learning #oer #accessibility

Multilingualism isn’t just a soft skill anymore. It’s a global advantage. In an increasingly interconnected world, the ability to navigate across languages is a gateway to opportunity. - English remains the global language of business, science, and technology. - Mandarin opens doors to the world’s second-largest economy. - Spanish connects you to over 500 million speakers across Latin America, the U.S., and Spain. - French plays a vital role in diplomacy and is spoken in 29 African countries. - Arabic is key to global trade, energy markets, and cultural influence. According to the World Economic Forum, learning additional languages boosts cognitive flexibility, improves problem-solving, and enhances both academic and workplace performance. At CRIATIVO, we see multilingualism as a core pillar of Education & Learning because preparing learners for the future means equipping them to connect, adapt, and thrive in a global world.

Across the world, education systems are stress-testing the role of AI in real classrooms. From the UAE’s AI-integrated schooling pilots to Singapore’s personalised learning models - countries are rethinking what AI can (and should) do in Education & Learning. But behind the headlines is a deeper question: How do we integrate AI into E&L without losing the human scaffolding that makes it meaningful? This month’s CRIATIVO newsletter explores how countries are navigating this shift: what they’re prioritising, piloting, and protecting. Read below to learn more and subscribe via the link in comments to receive future editions. #education #learning #newsletter #ai #uae

Ahead of the 2025–26 academic year, the UAE Ministry of Education has launched a nationwide Professional Competency Assessment for over 14,000 educators, school leaders, and support staff. Using a unified framework, the goal is to map professional strengths, identify capability gaps, and design targeted development pathways across pedagogy, innovation, ethics, and community impact. Why this matters: - It shifts teacher development from one-size-fits-all training to targeted, role-specific upskilling - It enables evidence-based planning at both institutional and national levels - It reinforces professional credibility, consistency, and trust in education systems At CRIATIVO, this initiative aligns closely with our philosophy: great Education & Learning begins with clarity on what’s working, and where support is needed. You only improve what you measure. And when data is used with purpose, it unlocks exponential growth. #education #learning #UAE #teachers

The classroom of the future may not have four walls at all. By 2030, nearly 50% of higher education institutions worldwide are expected to adopt hybrid models that combine in-person instruction with flexible digital formats. When implemented well, hybrid learning is not just a middle ground between online and offline. It improves access across geographies, boosts retention through multimodal engagement, and opens up space for lifelong, self-directed learning. Studies also suggest that hybrid learning can improve retention rates by up to 30–40%, especially among non-traditional learners balancing work or caregiving responsibilities. As E&L experts, we see hybrid education not as a temporary fix or a trend - but as a long-term blueprint to make it more inclusive, adaptable, and resilient. #education #learning #hybridlearning

After completing their programmes at Harvard University, our three founders went on to make their mark in very different ways. Before that— - Krishna Deepak Nallamilli, our CTO, was (and still is) running one of India’s largest knowledge management groups. - Andy Palanisamy, our CEO, spent decades designing large-scale systems at NASA, Ford, and Parsons. - And MOHAMAD BAYDOUN, our COO, helped scale global brands such as Unilever, P&G, and Bvlgari. They came together from varied paths and experiences with one realisation: Education & Learning hadn’t yet fully seen the kind of systems thinking, operational rigour, and user-first design that had transformed other critical industries. That’s what led them to co-found Criativo. Today, their combined experience helps us: – Reduce friction for teachers, admins, and stakeholders – Make E&L more personalised and purposeful – Turn institutional insight into real-world, long-term impact Distinct journeys, one shared purpose: to make learning better for all. #education #learning #entrepreneurship #impact

Homeschooling is no longer just a backup plan. What began as a response to remote living or dissatisfaction with mainstream schooling is now a deliberate, values-led choice - in the UAE and globally. One report found that over 60% of UAE parents have considered homeschooling, citing concerns around school environments and quality of instruction. Around the world, homeschooling is growing at 2–8% annually. In a 2024 study of 97 families from 27 nationalities, parents said they homeschool to strengthen family bonds, customise learning, and address gaps in conventional systems. But this isn’t about rejecting school, it’s about reimagining learning: → Aligned to a child’s pace, identity, and interests → Grounded in cultural or personal values → Flexible, but still rigorous At CRIATIVO, we see this shift as a sign of what’s to come. As more families seek Education & Learning that fits their life - not the other way around -homeschooling will only become more common. #education #homeschooling #learning #schooling

Education & Learning are strongest when they evolve together. Over the years, education systems have scaled - with digital tools, assessments, and frameworks that reach millions. But learning doesn’t always follow by default. At CRIATIVO, we believe the real opportunity lies in connecting the two: making sure that the systems of education actually translate into meaningful learning. That means: - Designing delivery around how students truly absorb and apply knowledge - Building feedback and reflection into every process - Helping institutions turn instruction into long-term impact This is where we work: turning education systems into environments where learning thrives. Because the future of Education & Learning will be shaped not by choosing one over the other but by integrating both to serve learners better. #education #learning #institutions #integration