Edsurge

DECEMBER 21, 2020

In many ways, 2020 has been THE year of edtech. Yet, 2020 also saw an acceleration of inequities in education. The divide in access to digital tools , systemic racial gaps and biases , increased learning and opportunity disparities and rising poverty have all affected learners from under-priviledged backgrounds. Edtech by Whom?

EdTech 207

EdTech Industry Groups Examples 207

Edsurge

JULY 29, 2020

As people are forced to learn from home, some online educational services are in greater demand than ever. Software will reshape learning both in the classroom and out well beyond the pandemic.” In the first half of 2020, U.S. But the 2020 tally is still in line with first-half fundraising totals for the previous five years.

EdTech 185

EdTech PresenceLearning Company Trends 185

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

In 2020, the digital proctoring company Proctorio brought a lawsuit against Ian Linkletter, who was then a learning technology specialist at the University of British Columbia. The videos, which had been posted by the company as “unlisted” on Youtube, described how Proctorio’s software works. Don't be a Proctorio partner.

Company 171

Company EdTech ProctorU Examples 171

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 9, 2020

Thomas Guskey shares insight on assessments From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Assessment expert Dr. Thomas Guskey reflects on the positives and negatives of assessments during distance learning. This company has no impact on the editorial content of the show. Guskey, T. Get Set, Go!

Assessment 481

Assessment How To Program Evaluation Learning 481

Edsurge

DECEMBER 15, 2021

For years, the global learning platform Kahoot has been growing its foothold in the K-12 space through acquisitions and add-ons to its popular quiz platform. Instead, the Norway-based company—which counts Disney as an investor —revealed a new suite of digital games, called Kahoot! And no, it’s not more quizzes.

Khan Academy 218

Khan Academy Company EdTech Technology 218

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 18, 2021

She reminds us that student emotions are constantly in motion but we have to help them so we can unlock their ability to live better lives, listen, and learn. Let’s tune in to our student’s social-emotional learning and help them succeed. Listen to Robin Fox Share Social-Emotional Learning Strategies. Robin Fox M.Ed

Strategy 425

Strategy Classroom eBook Learning 425

eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Since the second semester of his senior year of high school, he has responded to field calls as an employee of the largest underground utility locating company in North America — the Indianapolis-based U.S. Infrastructure Company (USIC). You learn how to work with people,” he said.

Company 104

Company Training Pearson Industry 104

Edsurge

JANUARY 5, 2021

Lest 2020 be forgot and never brought to mind—a hope more than a few of us hold—existing trends that accelerated during the pandemic will continue in 2021. That’s what lies ahead, at least in the realms of education and employment, according to three college presidents and executives at large companies. Here’s how it breaks down: 1.

Digital Badges 167

Digital Badges Industry Trends Company 167

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 13, 2020

August 18-20, 2020 -a Free PD Experience for Blended Learning From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter This school year is dependent more than ever upon our ability to blend face to face (hopefully) and online learning. Blended Learning. ” The full schedule is here.

Blended Learning 490

Blended Learning Conference UDL STEM 490

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 26, 2020

Today, Mary Howard, a sixth-grade science teacher in New York, talks about how we can engage kids in distance learning. Whatever happens, online learning will play a huge role in our teaching. What better way to understand online learning than to take your summer PD online through Advancement Courses?

How To 516

How To Learning Course Strategy 516

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 11, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Rae Hughart gives fantastic ideas for tracking student learning mastery. Learn about Mastery Learning in Distance Learning from a Teacher Doing It Listen to the show on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher Stream by clicking here.

Learning 299

Learning Company Training Twitter 299

Edsurge

JANUARY 27, 2021

Publicly traded education technology companies are rare. as the remaining trio of prominent edtech companies on the U.S. CLAS.U), a special purpose acquisition company headed by CEO Michael Moe, raised $225 million in its IPO. He was an early investor in Chegg, which went public in 2013 and whose stock more than doubled in 2020.

Company 160

Company EdTech Chegg Coursera 160

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Research-Based Strategies for Distance Learning with Dr. Matthew Rhoads Dr. Matthew Rhoads is teaching at a distance and coaching other teachers to improve their teaching as well. Finally, he reflects on attendance issues and how to help students who need it most.

Strategy 392

Strategy UDL Secondary Differentiated Instruction 392

Edsurge

MAY 16, 2020

As we inch toward summer, no one quite knows what’s going to happen during the 2020-2021 school year. For companies that target teachers, this is a good time to do some contingency planning as well—to be ready to assist educators no matter what scenario they find themselves in come fall.

Company 214

Company Social Media Education Survey 214

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2021

As we return to in-person learning, we should not return to business as usual. Listen to David Bott talk about Three Things Schools Should Debate As We Return to In-Person Learning. 5 Things We Need to Get Right As We Return to In-Person Learning with Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath. Listen to the show on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

Personalized Learning 319

Personalized Learning Education Learning Course 319

Edsurge

MAY 12, 2020

For instance, education companies that rely on corporate customers may take a hit, as those clients look to cut costs. Many schools, parents and students are realizing that you can’t just press a button and learn.” Its Q1 2020 revenue hit $132 million, a 35 percent increase from the same period last year. at Tuesday’s close.

Company 113

Company Chegg EdTech Pearson 113

Edsurge

DECEMBER 18, 2019

million in two companies: online bootcamp Springboard and Knowledge to Practice, a medical startup. Now, the publisher confirmed that it has spun off its Immersive Learning team, selling its assets to a new company, GIGXR , based in Venice, Calif.

Pearson 118

Pearson Company Learning Industry 118

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 13, 2021

Today’s guest, Dr. Brandon Beck, helps us learn how to face our self-limiting beliefs, appreciate the positive things we have done, and move forward to a brighter future. Learn How to Overcome Your Self Limiting Beliefs. Social-Emotional Learning. Sponsor: Educaplay is inviting all educators to try their platform.

How To 337

How To Learning Company Elementary 337

eSchool News

MARCH 24, 2021

an adaptive learning platform company with industry-leading expertise in learning science, early learning, and data analytics worldwide. Smith, who joined the company in November 2020. Those include ALEKS Corporation in 2013, the LearnSmart technology in 2014 and Redbird Advanced Learning in 2016.

Personalized Learning 83

Personalized Learning Company Adaptive Learning Learning 83

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

But how do teachers give it frequently and in ways that help students learn? How can teachers have time and get this done with all that is going on this Fall 2020? The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product.

Online Learning 284

Online Learning Learning Company Twitter 284

ViewSonic Education

AUGUST 14, 2019

Quick Take: Take a closer look at the Adobe Flash 2020 Retirement: What will happen. Adobe will retire its crown jewel Adobe Flash in 2020. The once ubiquitous Flash Player found in 98% of all Internet-connected desktops around the world will fade into its golden years at the end of 2020. Adobe Flash software after 2020.

Adobe 150

Adobe Strategy Software EdTech 150

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

We can never get enough ideas on how to help our students stay excited, engaged, and learning. Sponsor: GoGuardian The State of Engagement Report 2020 has valuable classroom research and information on distance learning best practices. We can improve engagement with our students – no matter where they are learning.

Student Engagement 366

Student Engagement Company Analysis Report 366

Edsurge

DECEMBER 30, 2020

In fact, many capitalized on it in 2020. Here is a recap of the biggest and most popular edtech business stories of 2020. The maker of the Canvas learning management system, which went public in 2015, announced a $2-billion offer from private equity firm Thoma Bravo last December. The education industry didn’t.

EdTech 95

EdTech Coursera Udemy LMS 95

ViewSonic Education

MARCH 24, 2022

Below are some helpful tips for any organization to follow to help strengthen and secure their company’s data when some or all team members work remotely. . Learn more about security and its benefits below or visit our business solutions page for more insights into working remotely. billion in 2020. Final Thoughts.

Laptops 430

Laptops Company Data Software 430

Edsurge

MARCH 16, 2020

. — Tony Wan, Managing Editor Access and Equity How can we accommodate students who have learning disabilities in online instruction and practice universal design principles? However, educators should make sure to translate the accommodations they’ve likely already made in the classroom into their distance learning plans, Del Tufo says.

Company 139

Company Social Media Policies Student Data Privacy 139

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Dora Bray Magilke had been unemployed for over a month when someone from her local career center in Branson, Missouri, reached out in the summer of 2020 with an offer. Magilke qualified for a government grant to go back to school, she was told, at a place the center suggested: an online company called MedCerts.

Training 106

Training Company Data Course 106

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 20, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter During distance learning, some teachers have found a new way to engage students — Boom Cards. Sponsor: My friend Kasey Bell writes the Shake Up Learning Blog. Kasey rocks — and she’ll help you become a better distance learning teacher now.

Learning 371

Learning EdTech Google Training 371

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Old and new players are rethinking how, what and where people learn, and, in particular, how to master the digital skills that are increasingly vital to jobs in a widening swathe of industries. They’re going to need the help of the platform companies themselves. Why should platform companies step into this space?

Company 231

Company Training Industry Google 231

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

23, 2021) – Lexia® Learning, a Cambium Learning® Group company, today released new research titled “Using Lexia Core5 Reading to Address Learning Loss and Accelerate Learning: Insights from a 2020-21 Nationwide Study.” BOSTON ( Sept. Over 40% of students who used Core5 exceeded their MAP Growth targets.

Differentiated Instruction 89

Differentiated Instruction Report Learning Company 89

Tom Murray

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Can Companies like Facebook Help Close the Access Gap? In places like Albemarle County, Virginia , school leaders are developing a 4G Network to support their entire community, every day of the year, by 2020. When districts design their plans for home access, and companies such as Facebook rise to the challenge, kids win.

Facebook 226

Facebook Company Accessibility Future Ready 226

Edsurge

JUNE 26, 2019

Across the massive, brightly colored expo hall at ISTE 2019 , the annual education technology conference where companies display and demo their latest gadgets, upgrades and software, several vendors showcased the new skills they have developed for Alexa-enabled devices. I thought, ‘There’s got to be more,’” she tells EdSurge.

Company 159

Company EdTech Game-Based Learning Learning 159

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Many of us are learning to traverse between online and in-person learning environments. Sponsor: GoGuardian The State of Engagement Report 2020 has valuable classroom research and information on distance learning best practices. We can improve engagement with our students – no matter where they are learning.

How To 444

How To Analysis Report Company 444

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 14, 2020

When classroom learning moved online in March due to COVID-19, we saw an incredible increase in educators coming to edWeb to view edWebinars, and attendance has remained high since. In 2020, our edWebinars have had over 1,300,000 live and on-demand views—nearly triple the number of 2019. Setting the Stage for Early Literacy.

Kaplan 98

Kaplan STEM Company Classroom 98

Edsurge

JANUARY 23, 2020

Of all the education technology startups that could go public next, there’s one that’s likely not on your radar: Busuu , a London-based developer of a language-learning platform. Niesner claims the company is on track to hit $40 million in revenue in 2020. Busuu CEO Bernhard Niesner on his company's origins.

Company 86

Company EdTech Learning Exercises 86

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 14, 2021

You’ll be able to use what you learn for any multiplayer gaming you want to hold across your school, district, or even across the world. This year’s is a fun “Remember When” edition which will feature 32 scenarios that we educators miss and don’t miss about classroom life before 2020. Twitter: @GPearceWSD.

How To 448

How To Software Microsoft Company 448

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter As we lay out our rooms and organize our spaces, we can make our learning environments more positive spaces to interact, collaborate and work together. Today Kevin Stoller gives us ideas to make our learning environments more positive places to interact.

Learning 191

Learning Guidelines Company STEM 191

Edsurge

JANUARY 6, 2021

As we close out 2020, we the people are tired. They can substitute money for time by purchasing goods and services that save time—paying for childcare and learning pods , for example. Time is the biggest barrier—the biggest point of friction when it comes to companies allocating time for learning new skills.

Education 146

Education Outcomes Company Training 146