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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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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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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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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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Using Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Instructional Coaching and Teacher Reflection

Guest Author

May 29, 2025

Explore how AI-powered coaching enhances instructional coaching, teacher reflection, and professional growth in schools.

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How AI Impacts Implementation of Portrait of a Graduate

David Ross

May 27, 2025

The literati who reside on the coasts are always surprised when progressive educational movements first take root in the vast landmass between the eastern border of California and the western border of Maryland. I have witnessed this three times in my career. I used to derive malicious pleasure…

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Why Evidence Is Everything in An AI World

Mason Pashia, Aaron Schorn

May 21, 2025

Authentic documentation builds trust, agency, and learning in an AI-driven world, encouraging process-driven education.

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No Words Wasted: How AI and Voice Tech Are Elevating Learning Moments

Guest Author

May 15, 2025

"Orange County's 'No Words Wasted' initiative uses AI to amplify student and educator voices, ensuring every insight is captured and celebrated."

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AI Agents Are Coming to a Classroom Near You

David Ross

May 1, 2025

AI agents in education offer personalized learning, but require administrators to ensure equity, privacy, and proactive policy creation.

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Copying and Pasting Your Way to Critical Thinking

David Ross

Apr 21, 2025

Explore how copy-paste can transform learning, enhancing critical thinking and writing skills in the digital age.

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CoSN 2025: With Human Leadership Comes Great Power, and Great Responsibility

Mason Pashia

Apr 7, 2025

CoSN 2025 highlights tech in education, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and connectivity, emphasizing leadership and human-centered tech integration.

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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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