Mykorrizha
Imagine a place where learning isn't a duty – it's an adventure. Where every child moves at their own pace, driven by genuine curiosity and supported by intelligent systems.
Core Principles
Mykorrizha is a mushroom which you can find in every forest. It connects all the plants in the forest among each other. It's a communication tool, an exchange tool for nutrients and protects against pathogens. It's the perfect metaphor for our project.
Here are five simple principles that can fundamentally change how children learn – with clear, logical changes that everyone can understand.
No teachers.
Adults don't lecture anymore. Instead, they help kids deal with emotions, solve conflicts, and figure out who they want to become. Since AI handles the academic stuff, there's finally time for the human things that actually matter.
No classes.
No more sitting through subjects you hate or already know. Everyone follows their own learning journey based on what interests them and what they're ready for. The AI figures out which projects and people you should work with next.
No grades.
Grades are just stress disguised as feedback. We track what you can actually do – not what number you got on a test. You grow at your own speed, with real support, not arbitrary deadlines.
No exams.
When the AI watches your daily work, projects, and interactions, it knows exactly what you're capable of. No need for terrifying tests when your progress is visible every day.
No subjects.
Learning doesn't happen in neat little boxes labeled "math" or "history." You develop useful abilities through actual projects – whether that's coding a story or understanding ecosystems by growing food. Skills grow where life happens.
Your Personal Skill Tree
Think of learning like growing a tree. Every kid gets their own unique tree. First, you need strong roots: reading, writing, basic math, problem-solving, using computers, and working with others. Then you choose which branches to grow. Love tech? That branch gets bigger. Into art? Focus there. Your interests, your choice.
Your skills grow through real projects you care about, and this tree stays with you for life. Instead of boring report cards with numbers, you show your personal skill tree – way more interesting and meaningful. Want to study design later? Your interface shows exactly which skills you need and how others with similar interests got there. It's like having a GPS for your learning journey.
How Supervisors See Your Progress
While kids learn and explore, supervisors need to know how everyone's doing. So they get a simple dashboard that shows who needs help, who's doing great, and what everyone's working on. Think of it like a GPS for supervisors – they can see where each student is on their learning journey.
The dashboard shows supervisors exactly what's happening – like seeing that the school garden project is 75% done, the insect hotel is at 60%, and poster design is at 35%. But it's not just about numbers. Supervisors can see how engaged each kid is, how they work with tablets, and when someone might need extra help or is ready for something harder. This way, supervisors can step in at just the right moment to celebrate wins, offer support, or help kids reflect on their progress without interrupting their natural learning flow. It's like having a window into each child's unique learning story, helping them write the next chapter.
Learning Through Real Projects
Forget sitting in classrooms all day. Real learning happens when you're actually doing something meaningful. Take our school garden project – it's not just about plants. Kids choose what interests them most, work together on something real, and learn tons of stuff without even realizing it.
Here's how it works: Everyone picks a role that matches their interests. Some kids love getting their hands dirty with plants, others prefer building stuff, some are into science, and others want to tell everyone about it. Each group has their own mission, but they're all working toward the same goal – creating an amazing garden that feeds the whole school.
Plant Lovers
These kids are the heart of the garden. They pick what to grow, plant seeds, water everything, and watch it all come to life. Using tablets, they track how fast things grow, check if the soil is healthy, and figure out when to harvest. They become real plant experts while learning about biology, responsibility, and taking care of living things.
Science Detectives
Why do some tomatoes grow bigger than others? These curious minds dive deep into plant genetics, comparing different varieties and discovering what makes each one unique. They use microscopes, create charts, and run experiments to understand how plants inherit traits from their parents. Perfect for kids who love asking "why?" and "how?"
Builders & Makers
Someone needs to build the garden beds, create irrigation systems, and construct storage areas. These hands-on learners design structures, work with tools, and solve real construction challenges. They learn to plan projects, work as a team, and build things that actually matter – not just classroom exercises.
Storytellers & Communicators
What's the point of an amazing garden if nobody knows about it? This group creates signs, takes photos, makes videos, and tells the garden's story. They might build a website, design posters, or organize events to share what they've learned. Perfect for kids who love being creative and connecting with others.
Your Personal AI Team
Sounds impossible? How can every kid get exactly what they need to learn? Simple: everyone gets their own AI team. Think of it like having a bunch of smart helpers who really get you – they know what you love, how you learn best, and exactly what you're ready for next. These AI helpers talk to each other and work together to make sure your learning experience is perfect for you. They also chat with other kids' AI teams to organize group projects and find great learning partners.
Competence Agent
Keeps track of what you already know and figures out what you should learn next. It's like having someone who remembers everything you've learned and can see exactly where you're ready to grow.
Interest Agent
Notices what gets you excited and finds ways to connect new learning to the stuff you actually care about. Love dinosaurs? You'll learn math through paleontology projects.
Adaptation Agent
Adjusts everything in real time. If you're flying through something, it gives you harder challenges. If you need more time, it slows down. No rushing, no falling behind.
Didactics Agent
Figures out how your brain works best. Some kids need to see it, others need to build it, some learn by talking. It finds your perfect learning recipe.
Context Agent
Understands your world – your language, culture, and family situation. Makes sure learning works for you, no matter where you come from or what your life looks like.
Reflection Agent
Helps you see how far you've come and where you want to go next. It's like having a coach who celebrates your wins and helps you set exciting new goals.
Project & Scheduling Agent
Manages your schedule and connects you with the right people for group work. It knows when to give you solo time and when to team you up with others.
Trust Agent
Your data is yours. This helper makes sure everything about you stays safe and private. You always know what's being saved and you're always in control.
Social Agent
Connects you with kids who complement your strengths or share your interests. It helps build great teams and teaches you how to work well with others.
Learning from History's Greatest Minds
Sometimes you need a real teacher – someone who can explain things in a way that just clicks. What if you could learn directly from Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, or Leonardo da Vinci? With AI, you can. These aren't just videos or animations – they're smart tutors who can actually have conversations with you.
Einstein as Your Personal Tutor
Instead of reading boring textbook definitions about relativity, imagine Einstein himself explaining it to you. He can break down complex ideas into simple terms, answer your questions, and even crack jokes to help you remember. It's like having the world's best teachers available 24/7.
These AI teachers understand exactly where you're at in your learning journey. They can tell when you're confused and try a different approach, or when you're ready for something more challenging. Whether you're curious about how Einstein figured out relativity, want to understand how Marie Curie discovered radium, or learn Leonardo's art techniques – it's like having a personal conversation with the people who changed the world.
Like Talking to a Friend
Way better than boring textbooks. You're actually having a conversation with someone who gets excited about their work.
Made Just for You
Love pictures? They'll draw diagrams. Learn by doing? They'll walk you through experiments. Everyone learns differently.
The Human Side
Hear about the mess-ups, the breakthroughs, and what it was really like to change the world. Not just boring facts.
No Dumb Questions
Ask anything – even the weird stuff. These teachers love curiosity and will explore any idea with you.
What We Learned
The biggest surprise? Kids don't need more rules or stricter schedules. They need freedom to explore what actually interests them. When you remove the pressure of grades and tests, something amazing happens – learning becomes fun again. This project showed us that the future of education isn't about replacing teachers with robots. It's about using smart technology to give every child exactly what they need, when they need it. No more one-size-fits-all. No more kids falling behind or getting bored. Just pure curiosity meeting the right support at the right moment.
