The Future Of Learning In The Hands Of The EdTech Entrepreneurs

Technological advancements have affected industries across all sectors. Going by recent classroom innovations, it is safe to argue that tech has caught up with the education industry too. Nonetheless, some pessimists and traditionalists still maintain that the presence of technological gadgets in schools doesn’t Build learning outcomes. The growth of the edtech industry in recent years only serves to prove such cynics wrong.  A recent survey by London & Partners and EdTech UK indicates that the EdTech industry is  worth more than $67 billion with the figure likely to rise to $192 billion by 2020. The sector ranks among the …

Interview Questions That Will Help You Identify  Employees for Your Tech Company

In the rapidly changing and evolving landscape of edtech, it’s a challenging task to find effective employees. In this field marked by ruthless and extreme competition, most companies go bankrupt quickly – within the initial three years of their operation. As a result, resources at EdTech startups are extremely limited. This makes hiring the best fit for a post extremely vital. Hiring the wrong employee can mean the wastage of a lot of money and time for the company. In the worst-case scenario, it could even push the company to bankruptcy. If you are an executive in an EdTech company, …

Protecting Your University from Malware

A malware attack on a university’s computer systems is nothing short of a nightmare. Apart from slowing down campus-wide internet services, malware can extract sensitive personal information and give rise to data breaches across the campus.  What is Malware? It’s a malicious software created to steal computer users’ sensitive information or trigger damage to their computer systems. Malware consists of spyware, adware, viruses, ransomware, keyloggers, botnets, and more. While some malware use sophisticated codes, others are mere phishing attempts that victimize unsuspecting, susceptible email users.  The Massive Pile of Data Universities Have Unfortunately, cybercriminals triggering such malware attacks know that …

6 Areas of Tech Professional Development For Educators

The digital revolution is well underway, and tech is increasingly becoming a mainstay in our lives. To keep up with this change, educators must find ways to incorporate multiple tech concepts in the classroom. There are different methods teachers, and educational leaders can use to integrate tech in a school. However, they should first learn about emerging technology before transferring that knowledge to their students.  Tech professional development is one method of learning about tech, and here are six concepts educators should consider: Cloud Computing  Cloud computing creates a shared platform for teachers, students, and parents. This stage allows stakeholders …

The Effects Of Tech On Teenagers

We can’t really address the effects of technology on teens without touching on social media, so let’s get right to it. High school, middle, and elementary school students are part of the social media generation. They’ve had the privilege of having access to this technology their whole lives. Regardless of your personal opinion on how tech, teens, and social media interact, here are a few interesting facts you should know. Two-thirds of teens have access to smartphones. Ninety percent of teens have at some point used social media. The average teen spends roughly nine hours a day on the internet, …

Best Podcasts for Families Who Are Traveling

Family road trips are fun since you get to spend quality time with the kids away from your busy work schedule. However, when you travel for long hours, the earlier excitement tends to wear off, and the kids will get bored. Also, playing your favorite music on the in-car audio won’t help the situation.  If you are going on a family road trip, you have a couple of entertainment options: play your kids’ favorite tunes, distract your kids with tablets or play a podcast. Since they’ll hardly appreciate your playlist and you’d rather avoid excessive screen time, you are better …

Tech That Your Kids Will Never Understand

Anyone born after the new millennium will never experience the technological marvels of previous years. Back in the day, there were a bunch of breakthrough items like disposable cameras and Game Boys that seemed way ahead of their time. If you lived through this era, you’ll often sit back and reminisce about the good ol’ days when you could carry your Boombox to the square and entertain your pals with the latest hip hop music. Modern tech has made most of the older tech obsolete. The smartphone, in particular, has taken away the need for a lot of gadgets because …

Tips for Making New Edtech Easier to Implement

Teachers value technologies that assist their students in succeeding. When it comes to incorporating innovative pedagogical technology, however, many school authorities forget to seek the help of teachers. Some officials simply demand that the product be used, putting instructors’ autonomy in jeopardy. Others make a quick statement about the new technology without explaining how it operates, implying that little if any, teachers will continue to use it as the school year progresses. Here are three simple recommendations for avoiding unpleasant eventualities and ensuring that your district gets the most out of its educational technology investment. 1. Educators should be Involved throughout …

Identifying and Resolving Prevalent Edtech Collaboration Problems

Is it worth the effort to reestablish your relationship with your educational software vendor when things go wrong? Or  Is it preferable to simply dissolve the partnership? Each alternative has a case to be made. Any instructional technology leader should be able to tell whether a collaboration can be maintained or is beyond repair. A poor decision can result in annoyances, headaches, and the squandering of chances and dollars. We’ll look at three frequent scenarios that might make or ruin an educational technology relationship in this article. 1. You don’t Take Advantage of all of the Technology’s Features. Your school system …

The Best Cities in the World for Edtech Startups

Up to 90% of all emerging technology startups fail, according to estimates. This implies that if you want to establish your own technology company, the chances are stacked against you. You might wish to relocate to a technology company environment—a tech center that develops effective technology companies and scaleups at a rapid rate—to improve your chances of a favorable outcome. These seven cities provide global events, facilities, and venture money to aid digital entrepreneurs in their success and long-term growth. To push your own technology company to new heights, join one of these groups. • Bangalore is also regarded as the “Silicon Valley” of …