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Studying under Surveillance: the securitisation of learning

EdTech has shifted focus from teaching to surveillance and monitoring, undermining student learning and privacy.

PI's briefing: A critical examination of facial recognition implementation in educational spaces

Facial recognition technology poses significant human rights concerns in educational environments, warranting an immediate ban to safeguard privacy and prevent discrimination.

Studying under Surveillance: the securitisation of learning

EdTech has shifted focus from teaching to surveillance and monitoring, undermining student learning and privacy.

PI's briefing: A critical examination of facial recognition implementation in educational spaces

Facial recognition technology poses significant human rights concerns in educational environments, warranting an immediate ban to safeguard privacy and prevent discrimination.
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The (un)avoidable rise of Edtech in educational spaces

The rise of EdTech in schools brings significant changes and risks that can undermine the essence of education as a fundamental human right.
#elearning

eLearning Industry's Guest Author Article Showcase [October 2024]

The article highlights various diverse topics in EdTech, including eLearning strategies, trends, and environmental benefits, showcasing guest authors' insights.

iSpring Unveils Suite 11.8: Enhanced Interactive Features, Morph Transition Support, Moodle Plugin, and More

iSpring Suite 11.8 enhances eLearning with features like a Moodle plugin, PowerPoint Morph support, and improved customization options for corporate training.

iSpring Launches Suite 11.8: Transition Morph And Moodle Plugin Now Supported

iSpring Suite 11.8 enhances EdTech integration and usability for creating eLearning courses.
New features include Moodle plugin and PowerPoint Morph transition support.

Top Strategies For Effective eLearning Application Development

eLearning application development requires understanding the audience, engaging content, technology tools, data analysis for effectiveness.

Custom eLearning Solutions For EdTech Companies

Custom eLearning solutions enhance knowledge retention, engagement, branding, and scalability in EdTech.
Increased revenue potential for EdTech companies through custom eLearning solutions.

eLearning Industry's Guest Author Article Showcase [October 2024]

The article highlights various diverse topics in EdTech, including eLearning strategies, trends, and environmental benefits, showcasing guest authors' insights.

iSpring Unveils Suite 11.8: Enhanced Interactive Features, Morph Transition Support, Moodle Plugin, and More

iSpring Suite 11.8 enhances eLearning with features like a Moodle plugin, PowerPoint Morph support, and improved customization options for corporate training.

iSpring Launches Suite 11.8: Transition Morph And Moodle Plugin Now Supported

iSpring Suite 11.8 enhances EdTech integration and usability for creating eLearning courses.
New features include Moodle plugin and PowerPoint Morph transition support.

Top Strategies For Effective eLearning Application Development

eLearning application development requires understanding the audience, engaging content, technology tools, data analysis for effectiveness.

Custom eLearning Solutions For EdTech Companies

Custom eLearning solutions enhance knowledge retention, engagement, branding, and scalability in EdTech.
Increased revenue potential for EdTech companies through custom eLearning solutions.
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#generative-ai

How Product Managers Should Think When Building For EdTech

EdTech has transformed from a supplementary role to a critical force in education, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic and changing user expectations.

Human Teachers Plus Generative AI: A New Model for Online Education

Numerade combines human-created and AI-generated videos to enhance online education.
The platform personalizes content based on student interaction to improve learning outcomes.

The CEO of edtech startup Headway breaks down how the company used AI tools to improve its ad performance by 40%

Headway shifted to an AI-focused strategy after a transformative trip to Silicon Valley, significantly enhancing its marketing and user engagement.

AI has taken over education technology. What will come next?

Generative AI is transforming the education sector, requiring careful implementation to enhance learning without enabling cheating.

How Product Managers Should Think When Building For EdTech

EdTech has transformed from a supplementary role to a critical force in education, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic and changing user expectations.

Human Teachers Plus Generative AI: A New Model for Online Education

Numerade combines human-created and AI-generated videos to enhance online education.
The platform personalizes content based on student interaction to improve learning outcomes.

The CEO of edtech startup Headway breaks down how the company used AI tools to improve its ad performance by 40%

Headway shifted to an AI-focused strategy after a transformative trip to Silicon Valley, significantly enhancing its marketing and user engagement.

AI has taken over education technology. What will come next?

Generative AI is transforming the education sector, requiring careful implementation to enhance learning without enabling cheating.
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I was put on a performance improvement plan and survived. It felt isolating and discouraging, but I'm a better employee now.

Adversity can prompt positive change, as seen from my experience with a performance improvement plan that improved my work habits and focus.

'Educational' apps are worth billions. We need to make sure they work

Partnerships between developers and researchers are essential to enhance the effectiveness and quality of educational technologies.
#investment
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Byju's founder says his edtech startup, once worth $22B, is now 'worth zero' | TechCrunch

Byju's founder acknowledges mistakes leading to the company's drastic decline in value.

Nurture wants to teach kids important life skills through interactive gameplay and entertainment | TechCrunch

Nurture is an interactive learning app for kids aged 4-7, combining gaming with essential life skills development.

TPG nears $150M funding in India's Eruditus at $2.3B valuation | TechCrunch

Eruditus may secure $150 million funding, marking a significant investment in Indian edtech sector post-pandemic.

Swedish learning platform Learnster bags 2.6M

Learnster raises SEK 31M to enhance its edtech platform and global reach, focusing on AI integration and international growth.

AI can transform education for the better

Education sector is a digital laggard, spending minimal budgets on technology.
Investment in education-related startups surged during the pandemic but has since declined.

Byju's founder says his edtech startup, once worth $22B, is now 'worth zero' | TechCrunch

Byju's founder acknowledges mistakes leading to the company's drastic decline in value.

Nurture wants to teach kids important life skills through interactive gameplay and entertainment | TechCrunch

Nurture is an interactive learning app for kids aged 4-7, combining gaming with essential life skills development.

TPG nears $150M funding in India's Eruditus at $2.3B valuation | TechCrunch

Eruditus may secure $150 million funding, marking a significant investment in Indian edtech sector post-pandemic.

Swedish learning platform Learnster bags 2.6M

Learnster raises SEK 31M to enhance its edtech platform and global reach, focusing on AI integration and international growth.

AI can transform education for the better

Education sector is a digital laggard, spending minimal budgets on technology.
Investment in education-related startups surged during the pandemic but has since declined.
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#upskilling

Guild founder Rachel Romer had a stroke at 34. Her nurses inspired her company's next phase

Rachel Romer's stroke inspired her to prioritize Guild's upskilling programs for health care workers, emphasizing personal experience in the expansion effort.

Demand for Gen AI courses surge as working professionals rush to keep themselves relevant

Demand for generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) courses has tripled in the past year among working professionals.
Professionals are upskilling in Gen AI to stay competitive in the evolving job market and protect against potential layoffs.

Guild founder Rachel Romer had a stroke at 34. Her nurses inspired her company's next phase

Rachel Romer's stroke inspired her to prioritize Guild's upskilling programs for health care workers, emphasizing personal experience in the expansion effort.

Demand for Gen AI courses surge as working professionals rush to keep themselves relevant

Demand for generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) courses has tripled in the past year among working professionals.
Professionals are upskilling in Gen AI to stay competitive in the evolving job market and protect against potential layoffs.
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#ai-in-education

6 EdTech Trends And How Schools Can Leverage Them For Student Success

EdTech is transforming education with AI and digital tools, enhancing student engagement and individual learning experiences.

10 Best AI Tools for Teachers in 2024 | ClickUp

AI tools can significantly alleviate workload for teachers, enhancing their teaching experience and efficiency.

AI in Education: Benefits, Use Cases, Challenges, Cost & More

AI in education transforms learning, teaching practices, and educator support for a more effective and engaging educational experience.

6 EdTech Trends And How Schools Can Leverage Them For Student Success

EdTech is transforming education with AI and digital tools, enhancing student engagement and individual learning experiences.

10 Best AI Tools for Teachers in 2024 | ClickUp

AI tools can significantly alleviate workload for teachers, enhancing their teaching experience and efficiency.

AI in Education: Benefits, Use Cases, Challenges, Cost & More

AI in education transforms learning, teaching practices, and educator support for a more effective and engaging educational experience.
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He Overcame Dyslexia and Built a $1 Million Language Learning App | Entrepreneur

SingIt revolutionizes English learning by integrating music and AI, enhancing language acquisition for diverse learners.

Leader Spotlight: Digital strategy in the nonprofit sector, with Tricia Maia - LogRocket Blog

Understanding the interplay of nonprofit and media strategies is crucial for effective product management.
AI trends are significantly influencing nonprofit, media, and edtech sectors.
#funding

India's Physics Wallah raises $210M at $2.8B valuation even as edtech funding remains scarce | TechCrunch

Physics Wallah raised $210 million, increasing its valuation to $2.8 billion, as it grows to serve millions of students in India's education market.

Empowerly secures $15M for its college counseling services | TechCrunch

Empowerly raised $15 million in funding led by Conductive Ventures for expansion and AI development.
The startup addresses the growing need for expert college counseling amid increasing competitiveness in admission processes.

Byju's seeks new funding at less than $2 billion valuation, a 90% drop | TechCrunch

Byju's is willing to cut its valuation to below $2 billion as it seeks new funding.
Byju's CEO Byju Raveendran has agreed to step down in the interest of improved governance after the new funding.

Swiss edtech firm Taskbase bags 3.6M from Mediahuis Ventures, others - Silicon Canals

Taskbase secured $3.9M for European market expansion and improving AI models to enhance personalized education experiences.

India's Physics Wallah raises $210M at $2.8B valuation even as edtech funding remains scarce | TechCrunch

Physics Wallah raised $210 million, increasing its valuation to $2.8 billion, as it grows to serve millions of students in India's education market.

Empowerly secures $15M for its college counseling services | TechCrunch

Empowerly raised $15 million in funding led by Conductive Ventures for expansion and AI development.
The startup addresses the growing need for expert college counseling amid increasing competitiveness in admission processes.

Byju's seeks new funding at less than $2 billion valuation, a 90% drop | TechCrunch

Byju's is willing to cut its valuation to below $2 billion as it seeks new funding.
Byju's CEO Byju Raveendran has agreed to step down in the interest of improved governance after the new funding.

Swiss edtech firm Taskbase bags 3.6M from Mediahuis Ventures, others - Silicon Canals

Taskbase secured $3.9M for European market expansion and improving AI models to enhance personalized education experiences.
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#byjus
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2 months ago
Startup companies

Second Byju's auditor exits in a year as financial turmoil deepens | TechCrunch

Byju's faces intensified financial and governance scrutiny as BDO resigns, marking the second auditor resignation in a year, raising fraud concerns.

Byju's says investors don't have voting right to remove founder from edtech group | TechCrunch

Byju's and its investors are publicly feuding over leadership changes at the edtech group.
Byju's is continuing its deliberation to raise $200 million in a rights issue and has received encouraging responses from multiple investors.

Byju's seeks to raise $200 million in rights issue | TechCrunch

Byju's launched a rights issue to raise $200 million to address its working capital issues.
The startup is resetting its valuation in the rights issue, giving existing investors an opportunity to participate.

Second Byju's auditor exits in a year as financial turmoil deepens | TechCrunch

Byju's faces intensified financial and governance scrutiny as BDO resigns, marking the second auditor resignation in a year, raising fraud concerns.

Byju's says investors don't have voting right to remove founder from edtech group | TechCrunch

Byju's and its investors are publicly feuding over leadership changes at the edtech group.
Byju's is continuing its deliberation to raise $200 million in a rights issue and has received encouraging responses from multiple investors.

Byju's seeks to raise $200 million in rights issue | TechCrunch

Byju's launched a rights issue to raise $200 million to address its working capital issues.
The startup is resetting its valuation in the rights issue, giving existing investors an opportunity to participate.
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NYU Tandon's NYC Media Lab Partners With Verizon To Offer

National museums are enhancing educational resources to empower educators and engage students through the $1M Museum Initiative.
Verizon Innovative Learning HQ expands its offerings to include professional development and immersive learning experiences.

Education Perfect embeds AI-backed feedback tool

Education Perfect (EP) introducing AI feedback tool for students in brand refresh.

Council Post: EdTech: A Game-Changer In The Premedical Preparation Landscape

The gap year before medical school is no longer just for exploration but crucial for career readiness, with edtech playing a key role in premeds' preparation.
#personalized-learning

How EdTech Will Solve Current Education Problems Via Mobile Apps

EdTech apps revolutionize education with personalized learning and cost reduction.

How Can Teachers Use Voice Assistants At School?

Voice assistants at school offer personalized learning experiences for students.
Voice assistants help improve time management for both teachers and students.

How EdTech Will Solve Current Education Problems Via Mobile Apps

EdTech apps revolutionize education with personalized learning and cost reduction.

How Can Teachers Use Voice Assistants At School?

Voice assistants at school offer personalized learning experiences for students.
Voice assistants help improve time management for both teachers and students.
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#venture-capital

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/29/2024

Startups in NYC like Edia Learning, Bask Health, and Aktivate have recently secured funding for their innovative platforms.
Startups in diverse sectors such as edtech, telehealth, and sports management are attracting investments from venture capitalists.
The NYC startup ecosystem continues to showcase growth and opportunities for new businesses to secure funding and scale their operations.

It's a good time to invest in early-stage edtech, investors say | TechCrunch

Edtech startups have been quietly busy building despite the decreased popularity of edtech news during the pandemic.
Advancements in AI are expected to fuel a boom in edtech in 2024.

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/29/2024

Startups in NYC like Edia Learning, Bask Health, and Aktivate have recently secured funding for their innovative platforms.
Startups in diverse sectors such as edtech, telehealth, and sports management are attracting investments from venture capitalists.
The NYC startup ecosystem continues to showcase growth and opportunities for new businesses to secure funding and scale their operations.

It's a good time to invest in early-stage edtech, investors say | TechCrunch

Edtech startups have been quietly busy building despite the decreased popularity of edtech news during the pandemic.
Advancements in AI are expected to fuel a boom in edtech in 2024.
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Council Post: Strategies For Boosting Team Productivity In The EdTech Industry

Team composition is crucial for the success of an edtech company.
Agile development principles can significantly boost productivity in a small team.

Seeing the Systems in EdTech

Systems thinking is crucial for meaningful problem-solving in EdTech.
The pace layers framework provides an actionable and profound approach to systems thinking.

Translation Services In EdTech Solutions Increase Engagement And Equity

Translation services in EdTech solutions can bridge communication gaps for students whose families speak a language other than English at home.
Built-in translation in EdTech tools provides more conversational and error-free translations in multiple languages.

Now is the time to invest in edtech | TechCrunch

Edtech startups have been quietly busy with AI in the picture during the pandemic.
Investors hope that AI will lead to more innovation in the edtech space.

The Importance Of Teacher Training In Educational Technology Integration

Teachers need proper training and support to use EdTech confidently and creatively.
Effective teacher training programs should include a needs assessment and a tailored curriculum.
RT @TobyWalsh: AI can transform education for the better https://t.co/l16xQQgCwR

AI can transform education for the better

Education sector is a digital laggard, spending minimal budgets on technology.
Investment in education-related startups surged during the pandemic but has since declined.

TIME Is Looking For the World's Top Ed Tech Companies

TIME will debut a ranking of the World's Top EdTech Companies in partnership with Statista.
The list will identify the most innovative, impactful, and growing companies in the EdTech industry.

EdTech Software Used For eLearning: Exploring Authoring Tools and LMSs

Consult education software development company before investing in eLearning solutions.

Capstone Partners With Clever To Provide Seamless Access To PebbleGo

Capstone partners with Clever to enhance user experience and facilitate access to PebbleGo resources for students and educators.

Some Takeaways from WWDC24 for EdTech

iPad OS 18 introduces innovative features such as Handwriting with Smart Script and Live Audio Transcription to enhance student learning.

Human-First Pedagogy: Why The Teacher Still Matters In An Age Of AI

Human-First Pedagogy emphasizes prioritizing human connections in teaching over relying solely on EdTech tools.
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