article thumbnail

Top 5 new EdTech tools that you might use in your university

Neo LMS

Most people don’t consider education technology to be such an important industry, but it’s actually gigantic. According to the report, the EdTech industry will reach a global value of $252 billion by 2020. The Kudan Elementary School in downtown Tokyo organized the first robot teacher testing as far back as 2009. Conclusion.

EdTech 347
article thumbnail

Scholastic Teams Up with 5 Female Leaders to Debut New “Rising Voices” K–5 Classroom Library Collection to Empower Girls in STEAM

eSchool News

The Second Collection in the Rising Voices Library® Series Features Powerful Messages from Industry Mentors to Shatter Misconceptions About Girls as Future Leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math . Learn more about the Scholastic Rising Voices Library series: www.scholastic.com/risingvoicessteam. .

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Discovery Education Acquires Mystery Science in $140 Million Deal

Edsurge

With billion-dollar fundraises on top of billion-dollar valuations , it’s no mystery that the education technology industry is attracting top dollars from investors. The latest proof point is Mystery Science , a provider of elementary-grade science curriculum, which has been acquired by Discovery Education.

Education 212
article thumbnail

5 Best TED Talks for Kids

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

In today’s post, I am sharing with you this list of amazing TED Talks ideal for kids and elementary students. TED Talks for Kids Here are 5 TED talks that are ideal for elementary students: 1- What Adults Can Learn from Kids Adora Svitak’s talk is a refreshing reminder of the untapped potential and wisdom in the minds of children.

article thumbnail

Want to Make Education More Innovative? Let’s Invest in R&D

Edsurge

billion in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funding into our education system. Perea Elementary in Memphis , for example redesigned how parents, teachers, and children support each other in virtual, in-person, and hybrid settings. We also saw many communities embracing local innovation because they had to.

Education 217
article thumbnail

Books, ebooks, and audiobooks, oh my!

eSchool News

Despite my affinity for audiobooks, looking at the book industry sales figures, it is clear print is still king. Many educators, like Tom Bober, Library Media Specialist (AKA Captain Library), District Library Coordinator in the School District of Clayton, agree that the preference should be student driven.

eBook 107
article thumbnail

South Carolina Department of Education Partners with Vector Solutions to Help Districts Address Student Safety and Mental Health Issues such as Bullying and Anxiety

eSchool News

Tampa, FL – July 14, 2022 – The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has partnered with Vector Solutions to provide all school districts in the state with free access to Vector’s library of Student Safety & Wellness Courses.