Teach & Learn with MongoDB: Professor Abdussalam Alawini, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The MongoDB for Educators program offers a variety of free resources, including curriculum materials, certifications, and membership in a global community of educators from over 700 universities. Professor Abdussalam Alawini, Teaching Associate Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, uses MongoDB's free cluster to demonstrate concepts during classes and for student projects, providing hands-on experience with real-world applications. The program supports educators in enhancing their teaching methods and upskilling students by simplifying database deployment, management, and scaling. Professor Alawini advises fellow educators to focus on challenges, allocate more time for advanced MongoDB concepts, and incorporate practical projects to enhance skills and relevance.