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European Edtech Investor Brighteye Ventures Raises $54 Million for Second Fund

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companies like Coursera are raising hundreds of millions at billion-dollar valuations. Our thesis is around meeting unmet learning demand for learning opportunities,” offers Wirz, whether they happen in schools or are “driven by economic imperatives or leisurely activities.” In the U.S.,

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?A Starter Kit for Instructional Designers

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Before becoming too beholden to the particular features (or limitations) of a technology platform, try to think bigger and more creatively about how you can meet the needs of your learners. Start with the “big four” that most people have heard of: Coursera, Udacity, Udemy, and EdX. Lesson 8: Collect student feedback.

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Top 80 Apps for Schools

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They provide a convenient way for teachers and educators to create and share instructional materials and step by step guides. Here is a collection of som e of the best apps to access online courses: Udemy edX Coursera MasterClass O'Reilly 13.

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The Business of Education Technology

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Daphne Koller left Coursera this year. Moreover, per this ideology, without the aid of algorithms and “personalization” technology, human educators and traditional institutions have historically failed to meet the needs of individuals as individuals. Sebastian Thrun stepped down as Udacity’s CEO.

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Hack Education Weekly News

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” The provider in question is Coursera , which has raised some $146.1 The National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity, a federal panel, is slated to review ACCJC’s recognition and scope at a meeting next week.” ” asks Edsurge. “How One Provider Taps 2,500 Volunteers.”