SAGE-D Curriculum

A comprehensive learning ecosystem designed to transform learners into wisdom keepers

Learning Pathways

Four distinct pathways designed for different learner archetypes

Young Sages Program

AUDIENCE

Students (ages 8–17)

GOAL

Ignite imagination & AI curiosity through play and storytelling

JOURNEY

Dreamer → Builder → Navigator

END MASTERY

Future-ready & wonder-driven youth

Young Sage Kikebo

AUDIENCE

Advanced Students

GOAL

Deeper dives into AI engineering and complex storytelling

JOURNEY

Builder → Navigator → Architect

END MASTERY

Advanced technical & creative capability

Educator Pathway

AUDIENCE

Teachers, mentors, facilitators

GOAL

Integrate AI into teaching & lead others responsibly

JOURNEY

Seeker → Apprentice → Cultivator → Griot-Scholar

END MASTERY

Architect of Learning

Technologist Pathway

AUDIENCE

IT professionals, creatives, engineers

GOAL

Master contextual AI design, ethics, and systems thinking

JOURNEY

Seeker → Apprentice → Cultivator → Scholar-Architect

END MASTERY

Guardian of Systems

SAGE Mastery Track

AUDIENCE

Cross-disciplinary alumni from any path

GOAL

Integrate all pathways — create, defend, and teach systems of wisdom

JOURNEY

Architect → Guardian → Sage

END MASTERY

Keeper of Agency & Wisdom

PathwayGoalJourneyEnd MasteryStatus
Young Sages ProgramIgnite imagination & AI curiosity through play and storytellingDreamer → Builder → NavigatorFuture-ready & wonder-driven youthRegister Now
Young Sage KikeboDeeper dives into AI engineering and complex storytellingBuilder → Navigator → ArchitectAdvanced technical & creative capabilityJoin Waitlist
Educator PathwayIntegrate AI into teaching & lead others responsiblySeeker → Apprentice → Cultivator → Griot-ScholarArchitect of LearningJoin Waitlist
Technologist PathwayMaster contextual AI design, ethics, and systems thinkingSeeker → Apprentice → Cultivator → Scholar-ArchitectGuardian of SystemsJoin Waitlist
SAGE Mastery TrackIntegrate all pathways — create, defend, and teach systems of wisdomArchitect → Guardian → SageKeeper of Agency & WisdomJoin Waitlist

Stage Progression

Your journey from Seeker to Sage — a spiral of continuous growth

1

Seeker

Curious beginner exploring knowledge

2

Apprentice

Guided learner under mentors

3

Cultivator

Peer mentor helping others

4

Griot-Scholar

Cultural educator and storyteller

5

Architect

Systems builder and designer

6

Guardian

Protector of knowledge and ethics

7

Sage

Wisdom keeper and master

Your learning journey unfolds through continuous stages of mastery

Continuous Growth

Subscription & Token Economy

Flexible pricing that rewards your learning journey

Basic (Seeker)

$9.99/month

Entry-level access to foundational micro-courses and community forum.

Benefits:

Access to 10+ 30-minute AI micro-courses; earn first SAGE Tokens by completing reflections and quizzes.

Token Earning:

1 SAGE Token / module completed
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Pro (Apprentice)

$19.99/month

Full access to all educator & technologist pathways, plus mentor pairing and AI project labs.

Benefits:

Unlock CREATE™ framework learning tracks, access mentorship circle, and join AI-assisted projects.

Token Earning:

2 SAGE Tokens / module + 5 per project completed

Mentor (Cultivator / Griot-Scholar)

$49/month

Advanced track for those teaching, mentoring, or creating their own courses.

Benefits:

Publish your own micro-courses, earn revenue share, gain certification as SAGE-D Mentor, and get priority in research tasks.

Token Earning:

3 SAGE Tokens / module + 10 per cohort taught
TierDescriptionMonthly CostBenefitsToken Earning Rate
Basic (Seeker)Entry-level access to foundational micro-courses and community forum.$9.99/monthAccess to 10+ 30-minute AI micro-courses; earn first SAGE Tokens by completing reflections and quizzes.1 SAGE Token / module completed
Pro (Apprentice)Full access to all educator & technologist pathways, plus mentor pairing and AI project labs.$19.99/monthUnlock CREATE™ framework learning tracks, access mentorship circle, and join AI-assisted projects.2 SAGE Tokens / module + 5 per project completed
Mentor (Cultivator / Griot-Scholar)Advanced track for those teaching, mentoring, or creating their own courses.$49/monthPublish your own micro-courses, earn revenue share, gain certification as SAGE-D Mentor, and get priority in research tasks.3 SAGE Tokens / module + 10 per cohort taught

SAGE Token Utility

SAGE Token represents earned depth and contribution within the SAGE-D ecosystem

Redeem for Learning Credits

Use tokens to unlock premium modules, one-on-one coaching, or new pathways.

Monetize Insights

Exchange tokens for paid "AI Research Micro-tasks" — e.g., summarize a policy or generate contextual insights for partners.

Convert to Wallet Value

Linked to the SAGE-D crypto wallet; tokens can be withdrawn or transferred as rewards for verified output.

Depth Portfolio Weighting

Higher SAGE Token scores boost your verified SAGE-D profile and LinkedIn referral rank.

Teach-to-Earn

Educators can teach short modules and earn SAGE Tokens for every learner completion.

Diaspora Impact Projects

Donate or stake tokens into SAGE-D Impact Labs — supporting African-led AI and education projects.

Earning Opportunities

Multiple ways to earn SAGE Tokens as you learn and contribute

Complete 3 modules/week
12 SAGE Tokens/month
Host a learning circle
+15 SAGE Tokens
Publish a verified micro-course
+25 SAGE Tokens
Peer-review or mentor others
+10 SAGE Tokens
Reach Griot-Scholar level
unlock SAGE Faculty Wallet (100 Token Bonus)

Ecosystem Integration

  • Connect to SAGE-D's AI-Assisted Learning Platform — each reflection, quiz, or synthesis project is automatically recorded on your Depth Portfolio.
  • Integrate with LinkedIn credentialing API for verified recommendations.
  • SAGE Tokens appear as Proof-of-Depth badges on learner dashboards.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Choose your path and start earning while you learn