(National University) National University launches AI tool to engage students with online classes The new tool will give students feedback on writing and help faculty identify struggling students. Dec 3, 2020 By Betsy Foresman
(Getty Images) New ASU accessibility service lets students get files in more formats The new tool at Arizona State University now allows downloads of digital course materials in screen reader, braille, MP3 formats. Jan 24, 2020 By Betsy Foresman
(Getty Images) Pearson acquires adaptive learning technology startup Smart Sparrow Pearson says the new technology will be used to help educators develop more personalized course instruction and feedback for students. Jan 23, 2020 By Betsy Foresman
(Getty Images) Students want tech to help navigate higher education, survey shows Proactive learning interventions, deadline reminders and increased use of trend data are all things the next generation of students say they want. Oct 16, 2019 By Betsy Foresman
Lindsey Blass 2019 NextGen Leader: Lindsey Blass focuses in on tech-enabled personalized learning The San Francisco-based personalized learning environments program manager says she wants to empower students to succeed in a changing workforce. Apr 4, 2019 By Betsy Foresman
Getty Images 7 tips for navigating the shift to open educational resources Commentary: edWeb.net's Stacey Pusey urges getting community buy-in and considering unique student needs before foregoing traditional textbooks. Mar 18, 2019 By Stacey Pusey
(Brad Flickinger / Flickr) Leadership ‘key’ to personalized learning success The Friday Institute's Nancy Mangum told a conference audience that personalized learning needs unified institutional support to thrive. Nov 9, 2018 By Betsy Foresman
Competency-based education is gaining traction in states iNACOL report provides case studies of eight states’ funding strategies and outlines additional steps to fund innovation and change. Jun 28, 2018 By Patience Wait
EdTech Hero: Darshell Silva urges Rhode Island’s educators to embrace edtech Silva has trained hundreds of teachers, librarians and school administrators in technology integration and blending learning. Oct 27, 2017
At SETDA, personalized learning is a story of innovations — and big hurdles State edtech leaders say states, schools and communities all have a role in making personalized learning a reality. Oct 25, 2017 By Wyatt Kash