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The Rise of AI Agents: More Time for Real-World Learning or the Era of Cognitive Laziness?
These days, it seems like nearly every topic finds its way back to AI, somehow. Because of the rapid rate of progress, it’s difficult to keep up and this learning edge is a place ripe with hope and caution. In the education sector, schools and distri...[Read More]
How universities ethically leverage AI
AI is rapidly reshaping academia, creating both opportunities and challenges for institutions. As generative AI tools gain traction in workplaces, universities have a responsibility to prepare students for an AI-driven future. The post How universiti...[Read More]
Gauhati University Introduces GUICE to Support Students for Competitive Exams
Gauhati University, Assam’s premier institution of higher education, has announced the launch of a unique Gauhati University Initiative for Competitive Examinations (GUICE), a path-breaking programme aimed at equipping students to excel in various pr...[Read More]
Varthana Raises $15M Funding to Empower Indian Schools
Varthana, a leading Non-Banking Finance Company (NBFC) dedicated to transforming affordable private education in India, has successfully received $15 million (INR 120 crores) in funding from BlueOrchard Microfinance Fund. The post Varthana Raises $15...[Read More]
Google and NCERT Join Forces for Multilingual YouTube Education
Tech giant Google has announced a strategic partnership with the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) to enhance access to quality education across India. The post Google and NCERT Join Forces for Multilingual YouTube Educati...[Read More]
What Does It Mean to Be AI Ready? [Infographic]
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing society, workplace and education. To be prepared for the college and career opportunities of today and the future, students must learn to be “AI Ready.” AI readiness ensures that students can thrive in the ...[Read More]
Genius Group Announces the Acquisition of XD Academy to Boost Bitcoin Education
Genius Group Limited (“Genius Group” or the “Company”), a Bitcoin-first business delivering AI-powered education and acceleration solutions for the future of work, has announced the acquisition of XD Academy, a Bitcoin and Blo...[Read More]
Nectir Raises $6.3M in Seed Round to Fuel Growth and Expansion
Nectir, an EdTech startup that gives every student a personalized AI learning partner, has announced that it has $6.3 million in a seed round led by Long Journey Ventures, Entrada Ventures, Precursor Ventures, and Behind Genius Ventures. The post Nec...[Read More]
Britannica Enters Indian EdTech Market With 12 New Digital Products
Britannica Education, a global publisher of encyclopedias, aligns its digital learning solutions with the National Education Policy (NEP 2020). It recently launched 12 digital products in India, equipping school students and educators. The post Brita...[Read More]
What Should Citizenship Education and Assessment Actually Look Like?
On a recent episode of The Ezra Klein Show, Vivek Ramaswamy made the argument that all high school students should have to pass a citizenship test, as well as hopeful immigrants to America. He struggled with the assessment styles but said “I think a ...[Read More]
As workers seek guidance on AI use, employers value skilled graduates
Managers and employees are struggling to understand how and when to integrate generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology into their work and seek training to help them use AI in their jobs. The post As workers seek guidance on AI use, employe...[Read More]
PSG Invests $175M in Element451 to Transform Higher Education
Element451, a leading AI-first student engagement platform transforming higher education recruitment and retention, recently announced a $175 million strategic investment from PSG, a leading growth equity firm that partners with software and technolo...[Read More]