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.
7 Best Listening Resources for Language Learners
By: Peter McGovern. The ability to listen is a crucial skill for many things in life, but especially for anyone learning another language. A world language teacher shares seven listening resources he has found successful when teaching language learners of all levels.
Effective Testing: Time Is of the Essence
By: Dr. Stuart Kahl. We’re facing a dilemma in educational testing. Testing higher-order cognitive processes and deeper learning as well as high-stakes accountability testing has led to widespread concerns about over-testing infringing on instructional time. We’re using too many tests, and the tests are too long.
South Carolina Campaign Targets Advanced Manufacturing EmploymentÂ
This week the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance and state officials announced the debut of the South Carolina Future Makers workforce initiative, powered by STEM Premier. The goal is to increase the skilled workforce pipeline entering advanced manufacturing and technical related careers.
Shift To Digital: EdTech ‘Look Fors’
The shift to digital isn’t about if, it’s about when. So in your research, if you see these 10 edtech 'look fors' you'll know there’s a plan in place to support teachers and deliver powerful learning experiences for students.
EdTech 10: Paths, Policy, Partnerships and the Planet
This week's EdTech 10 is brought to you by the letter "P:" personalized learning paths, policy developments, education perspectives, partnerships and products.
Equipping our Schools to Engage the Community Around Us
Studies show that, especially in elementary school, parental involvement in school leads to significant benefits. However, in this busy world it is often hard to make that connection. To help make this communication a bit easier, a principal and her teachers have turned to technology.
SXSWedu 2016: Inspiration and Innovation
A first-time SXSWedu attendee shares some of her favorite panel discussions and innovative edtech from this year's conference.
Learning is Happening Everywhere–Let’s Embrace That
By: David Blake. As a rising generation of learners progress within their careers, they increasingly look beyond formal education to develop, sharpen and learn new skills. But despite the fact that learning is happening in every way and everywhere, measuring it is not happening--and it should.
Goal 2025: 60% of Americans with Degrees
The Lumina Foundation is leading and supporting American efforts to boost college degree completion from about 40% to 60% by 2025. The Indianapolis-based foundation is focused on quality degrees as well as recognized job credentials.
AI and Push Learning for Student Guidance and Advisory
Oli is a chatbot that combines artificial intelligence with human experts to provide college guidance. The essential goal of the platform is to nudge students to progress through the admissions process according to a timeline.