Level 6 _ Episode 18 Black Girls Code CEO Kimberly Bryant

Title: WSJ In the Elevator With Black Girls Code CEO Kimberly Bryant

 

KIMBERLY BRYANT
FOUNDER AND CEO, BLACK GIRLS CODE
 

킴벌리 브라이언트 '블랙 걸스 코드' 창립자

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오바마도 후원자 나서

 
VOCA
1. non-profit organization 비영리 기관

Black Girls Code is a non-profit organization that really focuses on getting girls into technology.

 

2. make it through sth 해내다, 이겨내다, 버텨내다

Many students find it difficult to make it through the pressures of high school.

 

3. fruition [froo-ISGH-uhn] 결심, 성과

The company employs some of the smartest people in the world to ensure its projects come to fruition. 

 

4. partner with ~와 협동하다, ~와 협력하다

Samsung partnered with Gucci to design its lastest smartphone.

 

5. mega 엄청나게 큰

Hyendai is building a mega factory in California.

 

6. chapter 지부

She runs the local chapter of Save the Children.

 

+ bring to the table

'~(이익을) 제공하다, 기여하다'라는 뜻. 

What do they bring to the table?

그들이 무엇을 기여했는지 물어보는 질문

 

Discussion Questions

 

1. Do you have any experience coding or working with technology?
2. If you had the chance to learn coding, what kind of projects or applications would you be interested in creating?
3. How do you think technology education for girls and young students can positively impact their future?
4. In your opinion, what are the benefits of having a variety of people working in the technology industry?
5. What type of computer or smartphone do you prefer, and why?
6. How do you feel about major tech companies supporting educational initiatives like Black Girls Code?
7. If you were to build a social media platform, what features would you prioritize for user safety?
8.  What do you think are essential qualities for a strong and supportive community, especially in educational settings?
9. How do you envision the future of technology education in schools or communities?
10. Would you like to work for a tech company? What strengths do you have that would align with tech companies' vision?