Why Spending Smarter Beats Bigger Budgets in Education

Watch a thought-provoking TED talk where economist Karthik Muralidharan challenges conventional wisdom about educational funding and development. Explore how billions of dollars in global education spending have failed to address fundamental learning gaps, and discover innovative solutions that focus on smarter resource allocation rather than increased budgets. Learn about evidence-based interventions, including adaptive learning software that personalizes education to each student's level, and understand how these approaches can revolutionize educational outcomes worldwide. Recorded at TED2024, this 13-minute presentation offers practical insights into improving global education through more efficient and targeted spending strategies.