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The Asian Money Fueling US Edtech Investments

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To adapt, many companies are investing domestically, particularly in China, where edtech companies raised more than $1.2 380 million tally in 2014. edtech startups raised last year. edtech investor, including. Edtech Companies With Asia-Based Investors. million (Seed) 2014 WI Harper Group GotIt! $9

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4 K-12 Ed Tech Trends to Watch in 2018

EdTech Magazine

Here are some expert opinions on the four major trends of the year: SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! Learning Analytics Tools Provide Real-Time Feedback. Meghan is an associate editor with EdTech. Customer Focused. Buying Cycle. Engagement. Content Length. 500-1000 words.

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2018 Halftime Ka’Ching Report: U.S. Edtech Raises $739M in Venture Funding

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edtech industry, that’s no big deal: In the first six months of 2018, 62 companies raised $739 million in venture capital. edtech company has hit the nine-figure mark in 2018: a $110 million round for Connexeo, a provider of administrative payment software for schools and community institutions. edtech acquisitions so far in 2018.

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The Winners and Filmstrips of An (Almost) Decade in Education Technology

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But today, edtech is commonly understood to mean digital technology. So with these guidelines in mind, I’ve chosen six areas where edtech has made an impact this decade: Learning Management Systems. Learning analytics. Adaptive learning systems. The Filmstrips of Edtech Like a filmstrip.

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Rethink Education Re-Ups Commitment to Edtech With $107.5 Million Fund

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These statistics offer a somber reminder that the edtech industry does not produce quick, home run hits. But as some disappointed investors have learned last year, the actual market value and performance behind “unicorns” may be as illusory as their nickname. Other EdSurge stories about edtech venture capital. Lessons From K-12.

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Classroom

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

These advancements have given rise to the cloud-based classroom, a dynamic and accessible learning environment that epitomizes educational innovation. Through my journey in the EdTech world, I have seen first hand the transformative power of educational technology and its vast impact on students learning. And guess what?

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Hitting Reset, Knewton Tries New Strategy: Competing With Textbook Publishers

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Michael Feldstein, the edtech consultant who called the company’s previous pitch snake oil, said that “after years of absurd hype from their former CEO, it’s a relief to hear them promote a value proposition that at least makes sense.” Knewton’s pitch is that its mix of OER and an adaptive-learning system will set it apart.

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