EdTech

Education Technology is a multi-billion dollar sector of companies innovating in both software and hardware for teaching, learning, and running schools, districts, and state and federal education departments. We document some of the most essential technical innovations and companies that support learning, teaching and more.

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So you can “Finish School” in 2 Hours a Day, Then What?

Mason Pashia, Nate McClennen

Nov 20, 2025

"AI in education: Alpha School’s 2-hour mastery-based model and experiential learning redefine student outcomes and the future of learning."

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The Unspoken Dangers of Everything, Everywhere, All at Once: Winning Locally on the Science of Reading Requires Federal Resources, Rights, and Research

Eric Tucker

Nov 19, 2025

Uncover the complexities of the science of reading and how authentic assessments can drive literacy advancement in schools.

EdTech

How Confirmation Bias Hijacks Student Thinking — and What Educators Can Do About It

David Ross

Nov 18, 2025

Understand how confirmation bias education shapes our perceptions and influences the content we consume online.

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EdTech

Advancing Artificial Intelligence, Measurement and Assessment System Innovation: A National Mission to Secure the Future of Learning and Work

Eric Tucker

Nov 12, 2025

Explore how The Study Group is transforming education through AI-powered measurement and assessment initiatives for better learning.

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EdTech

Professional Learning in an AI World: A Playbook for State and Local Leaders

Guest Author

Nov 6, 2025

Close the digital design divide with strategies for state/local leaders to support sustained, tech-integrated professional learning in K-12 education.

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EdTech

The Architecture of Inference: Appreciating Robert Mislevy’s Evidence-Centered Design in the Age of AI

Eric Tucker

Nov 5, 2025

Explore the insights of Robert Mislevy on assessment scores and learning contexts, merging language and subject knowledge complexities.

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Ed Policy

Is Plagiarism an Old-World Construct?

David Ross

Aug 19, 2025

Exploring generative AI's impact on intellectual property, copyright, and education, urging evolved policies for digital age creativity and fairness.

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Ed Policy

Catalyzing the Future of Learning: How Public Seed Funding Drives EdTech Innovation and Scale

Tom Vander Ark, Eric Tucker, Guest Author

Aug 14, 2025

Explore how public seed funding like SBIR drives EdTech innovation, scaling tools to empower 130M learners while fostering AI-powered education futures.

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EdTech

Scaling Smart: Diversifying Funding and Partnership Strategies During Uncertain Times

Guest Author

Jul 31, 2025

Discover strategies for diversifying funding and partnerships in education amidst uncertain budgets. Flexibility and focus are key to sustained impact.

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EdTech

AI Companions vs. AI Tutors: What Educators Need to Know

David Ross

Jun 26, 2025

Explore the impact of AI tutors and companions in education, addressing benefits, risks, and preparation for the upcoming school year.

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From Fixed Standards to Competency-Based Mastery	BeginningFrom Fixed Standards to Competency-Based Mastery Beginning	PilotingFrom Fixed Standards to Competency-Based Mastery Piloting	ImplementingFrom Fixed Standards to Competency-Based Mastery Implementing
From One-Size-Fits-All to Adaptive Learning	BeginningFrom One-Size-Fits-All to Adaptive Learning Beginning	PilotingFrom One-Size-Fits-All to Adaptive Learning Piloting	ImplementingFrom One-Size-Fits-All to Adaptive Learning Implementing
From Prescribed Knowledge to Innovation & Inquiry	BeginningFrom Prescribed Knowledge to Innovation & Inquiry Beginning	PilotingFrom Prescribed Knowledge to Innovation & Inquiry Piloting	ImplementingFrom Prescribed Knowledge to Innovation & Inquiry Implementing
From Subjects as Silos to Transdisciplinary, Real-World Learning	BeginningFrom Subjects as Silos to Transdisciplinary, Real-World Learning Beginning	PilotingFrom Subjects as Silos to Transdisciplinary, Real-World Learning Piloting	ImplementingFrom Subjects as Silos to Transdisciplinary, Real-World Learning Implementing
From Schools as Self-Contained to Schools as Embedded in Communities	BeginningFrom Schools as Self-Contained to Schools as Embedded in Communities Beginning	PilotingFrom Schools as Self-Contained to Schools as Embedded in Communities Piloting	ImplementingFrom Schools as Self-Contained to Schools as Embedded in Communities Implementing
From Standardized Testing to Meaningful Assessment	BeginningFrom Standardized Testing to Meaningful Assessment Beginning	PilotingFrom Standardized Testing to Meaningful Assessment Piloting	ImplementingFrom Standardized Testing to Meaningful Assessment Implementing
From Institutional Ownership of Student Data to Student-Controlled Learning Wallets	BeginningFrom Institutional Ownership of Student Data to Student-Controlled Learning Wallets Beginning	PilotingFrom Institutional Ownership of Student Data to Student-Controlled Learning Wallets Piloting	ImplementingFrom Institutional Ownership of Student Data to Student-Controlled Learning Wallets Implementing

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