Responding to Schools' Remote and Hybrid Needs Has Brought Hurdles, and Opportunity
EdWeek Market Brief explores how education businesses changed direction in response to fast-evolving district needs during the coronavirus.
Nearpod's CEO Offers a Window into How to Capitalize on Global Demands
For Nearpod CEO Pep Carrera, the upside to bringing his ed-tech product to Europe, the Middle East, and other foreign markets has far outweighed the risks.
A Texas school system is looking for a web-based platform to support teachers’ differentiated learning, and a Florida school system plans to purchase a wide array of devices.
Companies Need to Promote Educator Collaboration, an Advisor to Districts Recommends
Education companies should look to help educators collaborate and master skills beyond rote, tech-based applications, says Ronn Nozoe of ASCD.
A Virginia district is going to purchase a special ed data management system, and a Utah district plans to buy a multilingual literacy primary curriculum.
Districts Are Looking for Flexibility, Ease of Use, and Accommodations for Print Demands
The coronavirus has spawned demands for flexible, digitally focused products that resonate with both teachers and parents — yet the need for print endures.
A California school district is seeking to buy a student information system; a state education agency is looking for a virtual education platform to increase access to advanced coursework.
Pearson has launched a new direct-to-consumer division, which will be co-led with former top officials from Shutterfly.
A Texas regional services agency is buying a learning management system for schools, and a New Jersey district is purchasing PD and supplemental services focused on curriculum.
The Providence school system is looking for help with instructional design for grades 3-5, and Idaho officials are beginning to explore the purchase of a learning management system.
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