<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title><![CDATA[Aihe Blog]]></title><description><![CDATA[Educator resources, classroom tools, strategies that save time, minimize effort and enable teachers to be excellent educators AND do everything they love.]]></description><link>https://blog.aihe.me/</link><image><url>https://blog.aihe.me/favicon.png</url><title>Aihe Blog</title><link>https://blog.aihe.me/</link></image><generator>Ghost 5.74</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 03:23:26 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://blog.aihe.me/rss/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><ttl>60</ttl><item><title><![CDATA[Product Designer - Volunteer Position]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>&#x1F7E2; Currently Accepting: Ad-hoc Contributors (Senior Designers Preferred)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Remote, Global<br><strong>Experience Level:</strong> Junior, Mid-level, Senior<br><strong>Time Commitment:</strong> Flexible - contribute on your schedule<br><strong>Compensation:</strong> Equity-based (Slicing Pie model) - see below</p><hr><h2 id="about-aihe">About Aihe</h2><p>We are Aihe, an ed-tech early-stage unfunded project. <strong>Our vision is to enable a world where</strong></p>]]></description><link>https://blog.aihe.me/product-designer-volunteer-position-2/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690f708fd4b222460d900564</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[T.Salami]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 16:53:02 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>&#x1F7E2; Currently Accepting: Ad-hoc Contributors (Senior Designers Preferred)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Remote, Global<br><strong>Experience Level:</strong> Junior, Mid-level, Senior<br><strong>Time Commitment:</strong> Flexible - contribute on your schedule<br><strong>Compensation:</strong> Equity-based (Slicing Pie model) - see below</p><hr><h2 id="about-aihe">About Aihe</h2><p>We are Aihe, an ed-tech early-stage unfunded project. <strong>Our vision is to enable a world where any learner can become an expert.</strong> We believe in the power of education and are mission-driven to support teachers being excellent educators while also enjoying what they do outside the classroom.</p><p>We&apos;ve built an AI solution that marks free text responses faster than Google Forms to help reduce the time spent on marking tests and assessing students. Our goal is to assist instructors who are forced to mark and grade anywhere between 1,200 to 36,000 questions in the span of a week during their private time and outside paid hours. We want to create more time for teachers to focus on what they love, both inside and outside the classroom.</p><h2 id="where-we-are">Where We Are</h2><p>We started with the Google Design Sprint method, released our first prototype, and are recruiting participants for closed beta testing. Our next experiment is validating our beta prototype for usability and value against our qualitative, quantitative and product-market fit goals.</p><p>We&apos;re looking for someone ambitious and driven to lead or work alongside other designers&#x2014;someone who enjoys challenges with the potential for significant impact in education.</p><p>Ideally, you will help with product discovery, product delivery, and achieving product-market fit.</p><hr><h2 id="two-work-streams">Two Work Streams</h2><p><strong>Ad-hoc Stream (Currently Open):</strong><br>Contribute on your schedule with no mandatory meetings. This experience is customizable, providing the freedom to choose how and when you contribute.</p><p><strong>Scrum Team (Currently Closed):</strong><br>For those who prefer structure: biweekly sprint planning, weekly one-on-ones, and daily 15-minute standups. We periodically have openings - apply for future consideration.</p><hr><h2 id="what-youll-do">What You&apos;ll Do</h2><ul><li>Watch past usability tests to get up to speed</li><li>Conduct user research, usability tests, and reviews</li><li>Develop hypotheses about prototype improvements</li><li>Create quick iterations and designs in Figma and/or Plasmic</li><li>Learn and grow by exploring design resources and best practices</li><li>Work collaboratively as a self-managing team player</li><li>Be fun, kind, and all-around great to work with</li></ul><hr><h2 id="qualifications">Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Prototyping in Figma and Plasmic (low, mid, and high fidelity)</li><li>User research and testing experience</li><li>Self-motivated and collaborative</li><li>Teaching experience or willingness to teach others is a plus</li><li>Programming experience is an asset</li><li>Experience with Plasmic is an asset</li><li>Generalists are welcome</li></ul><p><strong>The listed qualifications are approximations. If you don&apos;t fit the requirements but are passionate, apply anyway.</strong></p><hr><h2 id="about-compensation">About Compensation</h2><p><strong>This is currently an unpaid, volunteer position.</strong> We&apos;re seeking missionaries, not mercenaries&#x2014;people who are excited by the mission and the challenge, not primarily by compensation.</p><p>That said, we use the Slicing Pie model to track contributions and allocate equity fairly. If we&apos;re successful, early contributors will own meaningful portions of the company proportional to their contributions. But we&apos;re being honest: most startups fail, and there are no guarantees.</p><p>If you&apos;re motivated primarily by equity or compensation, this isn&apos;t the right opportunity. If you&apos;re motivated by the problem we&apos;re solving, the learning experience, and the chance to build something meaningful, we&apos;d love to talk.</p><hr><h2 id="apply">Apply</h2><p><a href="https://dub.sh/dGVE5XQ?ref=blog.aihe.me" rel="noreferrer"><strong>Apply Here</strong></a> or scroll down to fill out the embedded application form.</p><p>Include your portfolio, why you&apos;re interested, and your typical availability.</p><p>Questions? Reach out at one [at] aihe [dot] me.</p><hr><p><em>Equity tracked via Slicing Pie model. Learn more at slicingpie.com</em></p><p></p>
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Sebastiano | UX/UI Designer</div><div class="kg-bookmark-description">Take a look at Alex&#x2019;s UX/UI work, from redesigns, case studies as well as personal projects.</div><div class="kg-bookmark-metadata"><img class="kg-bookmark-icon" src="https://framerusercontent.com/images/y8uUHJsv7jpCUMN6HNTosA1tKg.png" alt="Aihe Designer Hall Of Fame"><span class="kg-bookmark-author">UX/UI Designer</span></div></div><div class="kg-bookmark-thumbnail"><img src="https://framerusercontent.com/assets/wf9JGXtDmpVbVnDhVMKzXrDomQ.jpg" alt="Aihe Designer Hall Of Fame"></div></a></figure>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aihe: The Vision]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Aihe&#x2019;s vision is to create a world where any learner can become an expert. Our first <strong>mission</strong> is to empower teachers to be excellent educators AND do everything they love.</p><p>Imagine a world where every learner has the opportunity to become an expert in their chosen field. This</p>]]></description><link>https://blog.aihe.me/vision/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64a4df346c66bf03f06919c6</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[T.Salami]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 03:52:32 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blog.aihe.me/content/images/2023/07/Aihe-s-vision.jpeg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://blog.aihe.me/content/images/2023/07/Aihe-s-vision.jpeg" alt="Aihe: The Vision"><p>Aihe&#x2019;s vision is to create a world where any learner can become an expert. Our first <strong>mission</strong> is to empower teachers to be excellent educators AND do everything they love.</p><p>Imagine a world where every learner has the opportunity to become an expert in their chosen field. This is the story of Aihe&apos;s vision, born from a transformative encounter with a high school student named Sam.</p><p>As Sam approached the end of high school, he faced numerous challenges. Despite attending an expensive and exclusive school, Sam was a slow learner, especially in computer science. Falling behind and struggling with his grades, Sam had only months to prepare for the rigorous IGCSE exams and catch up on years of content. To make matters worse, his computer science teacher and the school-provided tutors had given up on him.</p><p>But Sam had something special: grit and a genuine motivation to learn. It was through his determination that he found me. Sam&apos;s parents reached out, expressing their concerns and sharing his story.</p><p>Before meeting Sam, I discovered a groundbreaking psychometric assessment that hypothesized how individuals learn best. Coincidentally, our cognitive style matched perfectly. This alignment became the catalyst for a powerful partnership.</p><p>Together with Sam, we identified Sam&apos;s goals and created a tailored learning plan that covered all the topics he needed to master. Sam shared his existing learning materials, and we conducted extensive research to provide additional resources. Meeting weekly, we dove into the material, addressing his specific needs and nurturing his confidence.</p><p>The results were astounding. Sam&apos;s grades improved significantly, and his newfound confidence propelled him to complete his IGCSE exams. He even pursued computer science in his A-levels and is now attending university. While his field of study isn&apos;t directly related to computer science, his enhanced understanding of the subject has left an indelible mark on his academic journey.</p><p>This success led us to a crucial realization: the current educational system fails to prioritize individual learners&apos; needs. Education remains teacher-centered, overlooking the unique requirements of students like Sam.</p><p>Furthermore, the prevailing one-size-fits-all model perpetuates the challenges faced by learners. Students are matched with teachers without considering their individual learning styles, leading to frustration, disengagement, and missed opportunities.</p><p>We liken this to the early days of the internet when finding relevant information was a daunting task. Users had to sift through directories and hope for the best, often encountering irrelevant content. Similarly, education today lacks a laser focus on individual student needs.</p><p>At Aihe, our mission is clear. We aim to revolutionize learning by understanding how individuals learn best, just as was done for Sam. Our vision is to empower learners, guiding them on a path to expertise in any subject they are motivated to pursue.</p><p>To achieve this vision, we&apos;re developing tools that serve both teachers and students. Our initial focus is on alleviating the marking burden faced by educators. We understand that teachers often spend countless hours outside their paid work to grade thousands of questions. We want to change that.</p><p>We&apos;re inviting 25 to 50 dedicated individuals to join our user research program. By participating, you&apos;ll contribute to making marking less of a headache for teachers, ensuring that every student receives the feedback they need and deserve. Imagine the possibilities when every student&apos;s learning journey is enriched, unlocking their highest potential and elevating humanity as a whole.</p><p>If you were once like Sam, navigating an educational system that failed to meet your needs, now is the time to take action. Together, let&apos;s reshape education and create a world where anyone can become a doctor, an engineer, or any expert they aspire to be.</p><p>Register for early access below and be part of the movement.</p><div class="kg-card kg-button-card kg-align-center"><a href="https://link.aihe.me/aiMarks-early-access?ref=blog.aihe.me" class="kg-btn kg-btn-accent">Get Early Access</a></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aihe: The Mission]]></title><description><![CDATA[empowering teachers to be excellent educators AND to do everything they love by saving time, minimize marking tests and individualized testing]]></description><link>https://blog.aihe.me/mission/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">646215d231f0d3032dede679</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[T.Salami]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 09:52:02 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blog.aihe.me/content/images/2023/07/Aihe-s-mission.jpeg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://blog.aihe.me/content/images/2023/07/Aihe-s-mission.jpeg" alt="Aihe: The Mission"><p></p><p>Aihe&#x2019;s vision is to create a world where any learner can become an expert. Our first <strong>mission</strong> is to empower teachers to be excellent educators AND do everything they love. <br><br>This is the story of the genesis of Aihe&apos;s mission. </p><p>Once upon a time, while working as a contract Instructor in the bustling city of Toronto, Canada, I had the opportunity to work with a passionate teacher named Paul. He dedicated his days to teaching English as a Second Language at an esteemed academy. His students were a diverse group, with limited knowledge of the English language. They struggled to express even the most basic phrases, such as colors or greetings. It was a challenging task, but Paul embraced it wholeheartedly.</p><p> Despite the difficulties, Paul&apos;s commitment and teaching prowess made him incredibly popular among his students. Whenever he walked through the academy&apos;s hallways, his name echoed through the air as students called out, &quot;Teacher Paul, Teacher Paul!&quot; </p><p>However, one fateful day, everything changed. I arrived at work only to learn that Paul had been abruptly fired. The reasons behind this unexpected decision remained a mystery. It was then that I realized the harsh reality many teachers face&#x2014;their financial security is not necessarily linked to their teaching abilities. Financial stability for educators often seems like an elusive dream. </p><p>Deeply troubled by this, I pondered upon the fact that professionals in various fields, such as accountants, lawyers, and doctors, could establish their own firms to secure their financial independence. But why couldn&apos;t talented teachers like Paul do the same? This question planted a seed of inspiration within me, fueling a desire to find a solution&#x2014;a way to provide financial security to educators. </p><p>This seed sprouted into a transformative vision called Aihe. Its mission was clear: to empower teachers and grant them the financial security and independence they deserve. Aihe aimed to enable teachers to excel not only within the classroom but also outside of it. In today&apos;s gig economy, many teachers are compelled to juggle multiple teaching jobs just to make ends meet. Gone are the days when full-time educators could focus on a few classes. Now, contract teachers are burdened with teaching 14 to 16 classes, lacking job security in their pursuit of financial stability. One teacher we encountered lamented, &quot;We are grabbing all the jobs we can get, but true security eludes us.&quot; </p><p>As the pieces of the puzzle fell into place, I realized that to provide financial security to teachers, we needed to put the students first. Teachers who genuinely engage and empower their students to achieve their learning goals are the ones students truly want to learn from. It became clear that these expert teachers should be able to enjoy financial security and independence, unhindered by external constraints. Aihe&apos;s mission extended beyond the boundaries of the classroom. It aimed to create an environment where teachers could also excel in their personal passions and self-actualize. One teacher expressed, &quot;I love teaching. I really do.&quot; However, the burden of excessive paperwork, endless marking, and burnout prevents them from pursuing their other aspirations. For example, this teacher yearns to delve into the world of performing comedy shows but finds themself consumed by the hours spent on marking papers outside of classroom duties. Another teacher, drowned in a sea of papers, can&#x2019;t spend quality time with their children. </p><p>These dedicated educators long to excel in endeavours beyond their classrooms, whether it was becoming a loving parent or honing their skills as a stand-up comedian. Despite their love for teaching, they wish to minimize the additional tasks that overshadowed their primary passion. They simply desire to step into the classroom, focus on teaching, and minimize the burden of peripheral responsibilities. </p><p>Driven by these stories and aspirations, Aihe&#x2019;s embarked on a mission to empower teachers to become experts not only within the classrooms but also in their personal pursuits. The goal is to provide financial independence and security for educators, creating a harmonious balance between their professional and personal lives. </p><p>We seek more stories like those shared by these passionate teachers. We were on the lookout for individuals who share the same love for teaching and yearn for a better teaching experience. We aim to gather a group of 25-50 teachers who are tired of marking tests outside of unpaid hours, eager to provide us with feedback, and willing to test our early products. We invite these teachers to join us on our transformative journey as we build Aihe, a platform that would revolutionize the teaching profession and create a new paradigm of financial security, independence, and fulfillment for educators by saving teacher time and reducing the time spent on marking </p><p>Together, we could rewrite the story of teaching, ensuring that every teacher had the opportunity to thrive, both inside and outside the classroom. The hero&apos;s journey has begun, and with the collective strength and dedication of passionate teachers, we are determined to make a difference. The path ahead might be challenging, but the promise of a brighter future for educators is within our grasp.</p><p>We&apos;re developing a revolutionary solution aimed at drastically reducing the time teachers spend on marking tests and assessing students. By streamlining these administrative tasks, we aim to give back time&#x2014;time for educators to nurture their students, reignite their passions, and live fulfilling lives outside the classroom.</p><p>As a token of our appreciation for being an early user, we&apos;re offering free access to our marking and assessment platform as we develop it. This is more than early access; it&apos;s an opportunity to shape a tool designed to empower you, the educator.</p><p>If you&apos;re interested in making a meaningful impact on the development of our platform, sharing your insights, and pioneering a brighter, more secure future for teachers everywhere, please click <strong>[Get Early Access]</strong> below.</p><div class="kg-card kg-button-card kg-align-center"><a href="https://link.aihe.me/aiMarks-early-access?ref=blog.aihe.me" class="kg-btn kg-btn-accent">Get Early Access</a></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coming soon]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>This is The Aihe Blog, a brand new site by the Aihe team that&apos;s just getting started. Things will be up and running here shortly, but you can <a href="#/portal/">subscribe</a> in the meantime if you&apos;d like to stay up to date and receive emails when new content</p>]]></description><link>https://blog.aihe.me/coming-soon-2/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">644a677c48fb67d28387b9b6</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Aihe chan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:35:06 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blog.aihe.me/content/images/2023/04/16c1e2158699721.63906f95ccd6f-2.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://blog.aihe.me/content/images/2023/04/16c1e2158699721.63906f95ccd6f-2.jpg" alt="Coming soon"><p>This is The Aihe Blog, a brand new site by the Aihe team that&apos;s just getting started. Things will be up and running here shortly, but you can <a href="#/portal/">subscribe</a> in the meantime if you&apos;d like to stay up to date and receive emails when new content is published!</p>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>