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Guest Post: Raising Expectations and Addressing Inequities in Edtech

Digital Promise

Following nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd and others at the hands of police, I have received a slew of emails from edtech companies containing statements of solidarity and inclusion, explaining that the company supports diversity and does not tolerate racism. How does the company handle student data?

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Who is the Theranos of Education?

Edsurge

Over the last few months, biotech company Theranos has re-entered the conversation due to a slew of newsworthy happenings—the Elizabeth Holmes trial finally came to an end with four of 11 charges of fraud, and Hulu announced The Dropout’s debut while Apple Original Films’s Bad Blood is currently in production. Money came flowing.

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Reflections on 50 years of Game-Based Learning (Part 3)

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Companies like Microsoft (Minecraft), Epic (Fortnite Creator) and Roblox have set up education divisions with ambitious goals. Youth screen time is now being regulated in countries like South Korea and China, and other countries are evaluating similar policies. Making games cultivates a range of hard skills (e.g.

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Pros and Cons of Using eLearning Software in Your Classroom

Educational Technology Guy

Blogs of EdTech Companies You won’t find any academic research, lesson plans, or hot education news on these websites. However, EdTech companies study the market, pay attention to trending topics or the latest advancements, and cover them in their blogs. Accessibility It may seem like the world is open to technological advancements.

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AI in Education

eSchool News

AI in education is used to enhance personalized learning experiences, streamline administrative tasks, and provide valuable insights into student performance. AI-powered adaptive learning platforms analyze individual student strengths and weaknesses, tailoring educational content to meet specific needs.

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From Mexico to China: Why the World is Interested in the United States Edtech Market

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The United States is expected to lead the charge, followed by countries in Asia and Europe, so it may come as no surprise that people interested in edtech are traveling from all over the world to learn from, sell to and acquire U.S. Limin Chen “They want adaptive learning tools, STEM products and learning management systems,” says Chen. “If

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The Tech Industry is Hijacking School Data. But Decentralized Systems Can Change That.

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While there are laws in place such as the Families and Educational Rights and Privacy Act and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act that provide a baseline for protecting student privacy, tech companies can avoid these through various loopholes. Collectively, this data is of great value to different stakeholders.

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