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Online University Nexford Will Use $8M to Plug Affordability and Relevance Gaps in Education
U.S.-based online university platform Nexford University has raised $8 million in a Series A round co-led by New Markets Venture...
Sep 7, 20224 min read
Students used average of 143 ed tech tools in 2021-22
Dive Brief: Over the 2021-22 school year, educators on average used 148 different ed tech tools while students accessed 143, according to...
Aug 24, 20222 min read
Regent Education Announces New Intelligent, Automated, Two-way Integrated Scholarship Management Solution That Helps Institutions Award Every Available Dollar
Regent Education , the leading provider of Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions that simplify the financial aid process for higher...
Jun 25, 20223 min read
Regent Education Announces Investment from Attain Capital Partners to Accelerate Growth and Innovation
Regent Education , the leading provider of Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions that automate and simplify the financial aid process ...
Jun 8, 20223 min read
MUSIC PRODUCTION CAMP: BEATS, SCRATCHES, & TRACKS (AGES 7-11) AT KIDZTOPROS
Play with beat makers, and use fun and easy tools to create original mixes in KidzToPros’ Music Production Camp. Along the way, you’ll...
Jun 2, 20221 min read
New LearnPlatform Report Shows Educators Interact with 86 Different Tools
The pandemic has increased the use of tech-enabled learning in school districts across the nation. This rise in smart technology inside...
Apr 22, 20222 min read
Motimatic Grows to 100 Higher Ed Clients, Drives Increased Student Impact
Motimatic, the leading science-backed enrollment and outreach solution for higher education, today announced new levels of company growth...
Apr 15, 20222 min read
Report: Students Used 74 Different Ed Tech Tools in Fall 2021 Semester, Educators Used 86
LearnPlatform today released a mid-year ed tech usage report showing that K–12 students in U.S. school districts used 74 different...
Apr 13, 20222 min read
Why I’m Still Bullish About the State of Edtech
In the next few days, thousands of edtech entrepreneurs, investors, educators and policymakers will flood a hotel in San Diego to attend...
Apr 1, 20222 min read
LearnPlatform Launches IMPACT-Ready™ Certification to Recognize K-12 EdTech Providers Committed To ESSA Compliance, Evidence & Student Data Privacy
LearnPlatform, renowned for its innovative edtech effectiveness system that is trusted by districts, state agencies and their partners,...
Apr 1, 20223 min read
Newcastle Student Named Winner of UW’s WYTeach Contest for High School Students
Toby Johnson, a student from Newcastle High School, was named the winner of the annual WYTeach contest that was developed by the...
Mar 7, 20222 min read
Climb Credit Offers New Career Training Loans and Tuition Management Technology
Climb Credit announced the launch of its new financing and payment technology solution for aviation training, to support flight schools...
Feb 9, 20222 min read
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 6/6
From enhancing career pathways through innovative edtech initiatives to advancing impact investing for a sustainable future, the efforts of edtech and workforce dev are shaping a more inclusive and resilient economy. Addressing pressing issues such as mental health in higher education and adapting to a competitive job market, the articles in this week's News Roundup highlight the critical role of collaboration, technology, and strategic investment in preparing the next genera
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Edtech and Workforce Tech News Roundup - 5/30
Discover the latest trends in edtech funding, AI integration, micro-credentials, and workforce readiness. Learn how industry leaders and educators are shaping the future of personalized and skills-based learning in a changing educational landscape.
May 304 min read
Edtech and Workforce Tech News Roundup - 5/23
In this blog post, we explore how edtech and workforce technology are shaping the future of education and employment—from tackling absenteeism and fostering equity in college transitions to streamlining digital tools in schools and preparing workers for Industry 4.0. By examining current challenges and emerging solutions, we highlight the vital role that innovative technology plays in fostering more equitable, efficient, and future-ready educational and workforce systems.
May 234 min read
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