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Biometric Tech Can Track How Well Students Are Paying Attention

EdTech Magazine

Ever feel like nodding off during a webinar? It’s the natural next step in the move toward personalized learning , in which technology tailors information and lessons to fit students’ knowledge and abilities. Her firm helps companies develop technology for young people that is compliant with safety and security concerns. “If

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Education Technology and the Power of Platforms

Hack Education

At the time, I wrote about the importance of APIs; the issues surrounding data security and privacy; the appeal of platforms for users and businesses; and the education and tech companies who were well-positioned (or at least wanting) to become education platforms. The company has raised some $77.5 Okay, okay.

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Marketplace trend update: 6 ed-tech developments

eSchool News

Below, we’ve gathered some of the latest and most relevant marketplace news to keep you up-to-date on product developments, teaching and learning initiatives, and new trends in education. Literacy publisher Benchmark Education Company announced a new literacy intervention program for grades K–2 in print format with online support.

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