edtech

Using clickers in the classroom improves learning? Depends on the teaching style, researchers suggest

A new study suggests that edtech devices like the popular clickers are useful for improving fact retention but not so much for deeper learning. 

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Teclabs from Tecnológico de Monterrey is launching a new corporate accelerator to support Edtech startups

Teclabs EdTech accelerator seeks to accelerate companies on early stages improving, supporting and innovating education through technology.

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Yogome, a Mexican edtech startup, raises $6.6M for kids educational games

Yogome, a Mexican startup of children's educational games, has received a $ 6.6 million investment from Seaya Ventures, a Spanish venture capital fund. With this new ...

Study provides guidelines for the use of educational data

As massive amounts of educational data can now be stored, parents and privacy advocates are raising concerns about the misuse of the information. Addressing this ...

Blackboard launches its first hackathon

The EdTech company launches a hackathon inviting contestants to create an innovative app that integrates with the Blackboard Learn platform.

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Researchers Warn Using Laptops in Class Harms Academic Performance

A new study warns that using a laptop in class can significantly damage students’ academic performance.

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