Companies from the U.S. and India continue to draw investment, but amounts have fallen sharply from a few years ago.
Poised for Growth: Key Trends to Watch in Latin America’s Education Market
New opportunities are emerging across the region, not just in language learning, but in assessment, tutoring, STEAM, and social-emotional learning.
K-12 Dealmaking: Company Focused on After-School and Summer Enrichment Attracts $18M in VC Funding
Bart Epstein, a former Tutor.com executive who founded and led the EdTech Evidence Exchange, was brought on by investors to lead the organization’s relaunch.
Tapping Into Global Demands for English-Language Learning
The CEO of a U.K.-based company attempting to bring English language support to India talks about the challenges of meeting burgeoning demands.
From Runaway to Responsible AI: How Ethical Practices Can Match Ed-Tech Innovation
The chief product and innovation officer of PowerSchool talks about six principles to promote the responsible development of AI.
How Can Education Companies Live Up to the Next Generation Science Standards?
An academic researcher who works with aspiring teachers sees a rising demand for science and AI products that connect with the interests and anxieties of students.
Colorado District Shops Music Curriculum; Kan. School System to Buy Faculty Cell Phones
A district in Colorado is looking for music education curriculum, while a Kansas school system seeks cell phones for faculty.
K-12 Dealmaking: Parallel Raises $6.1M; Kuwait-Based Baims Acquires Egyptian Tutoring Company
New York-based Parallel said the influx of capital is aimed at helping the organization expand into new territories and invest in product development.
Untapped Possibilities: How to Bring Education Products to Developing Countries
Experienced executives and researchers discuss 7 steps education companies can take to gain a stronger understanding of local context and conduct extensive, on-the-ground research.
What’s Missing From ‘Science of Reading’-Focused Products
A K-5 literacy expert discusses common mistakes vendors make when it comes to ‘science of reading’ products, and what’s missing from the industry.