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Knewton announces adaptive ebooks partnership with Gutenberg Technology
French publisher Lelivrescolaire will be the first to benefit from the deal.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 5, 2013 -
College professors designing edX lessons for AP courses
Tricky concepts in calculus, physics and macroeconomics will be covered by Davidson College instructors.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 5, 2013 -
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Deep Dive
Could the iPad lose the education market in 2014?
The iPad is seeing increasing competition as questions abound about the cost and success of tablet programs.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 4, 2013 -
LinkedIn looks to provide connections for college admissions
With lowered age limits and university pages, students and admissions officials could find links.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 4, 2013 -
Deep Dive
11 ed tech startups looking to make an impact in D.C.
From publishers to social networks, ed tech startups are booming in the nation's capital.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 3, 2013 -
Teachers and administrators split on iPads in L.A., feedback suggests
An unscientific survey shows 36% of teachers strongly favor continuing the program, compared to 90% of administrators.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 2, 2013 -
iPad fends off challengers in education market — so far
Apple is under pressure from competitors, but its tablets' advantages include its early entry in the market and its apps.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 26, 2013 -
Computer scientist's app makes kids want to learn algebra
Zoran Popović's DragonBox Adaptive app introduces kids to more complex concepts as they progress through simple card games.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 25, 2013 -
How to make iPads work in schools
Experts say taking time to develop a plan is crucial.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 25, 2013 -
MOOCs and failed startups: The week's most read education news
Miss the news about the University of Michigan's plan to downsize without layoffs? Get caught up here!
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 22, 2013 -
Los Angeles iPad program may face funding setback
An advisory panel recommends only one-third of requested money for the project.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 21, 2013 -
N.Y. legislator threatens inBloom with subpoena
An assemblywoman wants the student data company to testify at a hearing on privacy.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 21, 2013 -
Deep Dive
5 failed education startups you should study
Education startups are booming, but the road to success is paved with many a cautionary tale.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 20, 2013 -
Teachers, parents protest Los Angeles iPad rollout
A small group gathers as a $135 million plan for the next stage emerges.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 20, 2013 -
Schools have the data — and now they're actually using it
But concerns over student privacy rise along with use of information.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 20, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Teaching online: Udemy grant winner shares his secrets
"Summer of Teaching" grant winner Larry Paul tells us about his experience and what works best in an online course.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 19, 2013 -
Tweeting presidents and stock stumbles: The week's most read education news
Miss any of the week's top education posts? Don't worry. We've got you covered.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2013 -
Classrooms go high-tech with Google Play for Education
on Thu, 11/14/2013 - 3:45pm Google is making it more convenient for schools around the country to integrate tablets and educational apps into the classroom. The search giant on Wednesday officially launched tablets running Google Play for Education, a version of the Google Play app store specific...
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 14, 2013 -
Los Angeles iPad plan survives tense vote
But the rest of the rollout may face new hurdles.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 13, 2013 -
Kno acquired by Intel for pennies on the dollar
The ed tech startup failed to gain traction when it shifted from its tablet to an app-based e-textbook solution.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 12, 2013 -
Penn Foster announces Dropout Retrieval Solution program
The self-paced program for at-risk students and those who have already dropped out has seen success in districts like Polk County, Fla.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 8, 2013 -
Clickers, MOOCs and LEGO: This week's most-read education news
Get caught up on the public response to Obama's college plan and more with this week's top posts.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 8, 2013 -
Atomic Learning wins Tech & Learning Award of Excellence
A panel of more than 30 educators chose Atomic Mobilize in the "New Product" category.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 7, 2013 -
Los Angeles iPad funding a question mark in 3 years
The school district hears four options for funding the program, each with its own problems.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 6, 2013 -
Google launches Connected Classrooms initiative for virtual field trips
The initiative will let students "visit" locations ranging from the Seattle Aquarium and American Museum of Natural History to the International Space Station.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 5, 2013
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