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Study International | January 20, 2020

Standardised testing has long been the measure of academic excellence, but the diversity of modern classrooms begs the question: Should this be the only way to assess students? Using standardised tests as the only measure of learning outcomes alienates students who learn differently or cannot access better preparation via private tuition or learning materials. All over the world, alternatives to this method of assessment are already in place – and bearing fruit. Here’s a look at six ...

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Technavio | April 12, 2021

Technavio has been checking the e-learning business sector and it is ready to arrive at USD 147.79 billion during 2021-2025. The market report broadly covers market division by end-client (Higher training, Corporate, and K12) and topography (North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa). The report shows that 34% of the market development will begin from North America during the gauge time frame. The e-learning market is set to enroll a CAGR of more than ...

nasdaq | April 06, 2020

The novel coronavirus has spread across 208 countries and infected over a million people worldwide. Stay-at-home orders have been issued by governments for safety against the spread of the coronavirus. Such lockdowns have impacted education of nearly 1 billion children globally. Hence, schools and universities have resorted to existing technology platforms like Microsoft and Google and other conferencing apps like Zoom to impart lessons. This has boosted the online education industry. Remote sch...

edsurge | February 10, 2020

Paradigm Education Solutions, a provider of online instructional materials for computing, digital literacy, and career development skills, has been acquired by academic publisher Kendall Hunt. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Paradigm will maintain its brand and continue to operate from its Minneapolis office. According to the announcement, “this acquisition will allow Kendall Hunt to more effectively and efficiently serve the needs of both traditional and post-traditional s...