‘We happen to be experts in some fields and it’s wonderful to be able to contribute to the process of nation-building,’ says the Israeli ambassador.
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The top 65 ways Israel is saving our planet
Since 1948, Israel has set itself a task of finding creative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing problems. To celebrate Israel’s 65th birthday, ISRAEL21c looks at some of the best achievements.
New center brings a sparkle to Israel’s diamond business
Industry leader Gemological Institute of America opens a center in Israel, one of just 16 across the world.
Where the experts go to learn English
SpeakingPal, a small Israeli startup, is garnering international attention for its interactive, phone-based approach to teaching spoken English. “The best way to learn a language is to speak it, preferably with someone who speaks that language well,” Eyal Eshed, CEO …
Better reading for dyslexics with AgileEye
An Israeli company’s Internet-based training program offers hope to those with dyslexia and other learning disabilities that affect reading skills. AgileEye software helps people with dyslexia and other learning disabilities improve reading skills. “Humans haven’t been reading as long as …
Math goes mobile
An Israeli math professor is receiving international recognition for her educational program, with methods that have students outperforming their peers. Students trained using the VisualMath curriculum score higher on standardized tests. Students trained with Prof. Michal Yerushalmy’s function-based VisualMath curriculum …
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