EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY
Course Hero | February 01, 2022
Course Hero, the popular learning platform used by a global community of students and educators, today announced the appointment of Sean Michael Morris, an internationally recognized expert – and critic – of digital technology, as Vice President of Academics. Morris most recently served as Senior Instructor of Learning Design and Technology at the University of Colorado Denver and Director of Digital Pedagogy Lab, a global online professional development gathering for educators committed to issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and critical digital pedagogy.
"My commitment to critical digital pedagogy meets squarely at the intersection where Course Hero seeks to support a range of learning needs while evolving the platform's technology. This is a company that is actually pedagogical at its foundation, and I look forward to helping facilitate deeper and more meaningful learning experiences for both students and teachers."
Sean Michael Morris, VP, Academics of Course Hero
More than 80,000 educators worldwide already collaborate, develop, and share resources through Course Hero's fast-growing faculty community. Course Hero's Academic Advisory Committee is focused on identifying opportunities to connect the Course Hero platform to pedagogy, while serving as advisors on critical educational issues and concerns related to teaching, learning, and academic integrity.
The Academic Advisory Committee includes:
Dr. Michael A. Baston President, Rockland Community College
Dr. Norma Jimenez Hernandez Executive Director, Wisconsin Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Dr. Angelita Howard Assistant Dean for Online Education and Expanded Programs and assistant professor, Morehouse School of Medicine
Dr. Victor Piercey Professor of Mathematics and Director of General Education, Ferris State University
Dr. Catherine Ross Associate Professor of English and Founding Fellow and past President of The University of Texas System Academy of Distinguished Teachers
Dr. Stephanie Speicher Assistant Professor of Teacher Education, Weber State University
Dr. Samuel Staley Director, DeVoe L. Moore Center, College of Social Sciences and Public Policy, Florida State University
Dr. Nicole C. Jones Young Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior, Franklin & Marshall College
"Making good on our vision of helping millions of learners graduate confident and prepared hinges on our ability to not only earn the trust of students, but demonstrate our pedagogical relevance to the growing community of educators who use our platform," said Andrew Grauer, CEO of Course Hero. "Sean has first-hand knowledge of the challenges and opportunities faced by students and educators. This appointment is about embedding that experience within our pedagogical DNA."
The company has also made two additional strategic hires who will focus on creating stronger ties to the education community. As dedicated Educator Partnerships Managers Amina Patton and Lale Stefkova bring a combined 14 years experience working in higher education institutions including University of Oklahoma, UC Santa Barbara, and University of Houston-Victoria to Course Hero. Their expertise, which includes teaching, instructional design and language instruction, will further establish meaningful partnerships with educators.
About Course Hero Inc.
Course Hero Inc. is a leading education platform, offering a suite of learning resources and tools to help anyone learn more deeply, more effectively, and affordably throughout the arc of their career. The Course Hero, Inc. portfolio includes Course Hero, an online learning platform of academic resources; CliffsNotes, the original and iconic study guide company; LitCharts, a creator of literature resources; QuillBot, an AI-powered platform helping people improve their writing skills, and Symbolab, a pioneering developer of AI for Mathematics Education.
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TALENT DEVELOPMENT
Sentinel U | May 10, 2022
On May 9th, simulation education technology provider for medical professionals and centers, Sentinel U® announced the launch of its newest virtual simulation called the Advanced Practice SeriesTM.
The simulation series is designed keeping in mind the comprehensive needs of advanced practice learners. Its virtual encounters empower nursing students, physician associates (PA), and nurse practitioners to enhance their decision-making and clinical judgement skills required to make an accurate diagnosis.
"We are excited to expand the depth and breadth of our virtual simulations and clinical experiences to now include simulations specifically for the advanced practice market. This new simulation series can be used after the required 720 hours to meet clinical hours, allowing learners to practice and refine essential diagnostic and care competencies."
-Jeffrey Caplan, president of Sentinel U
The virtual simulation series delivers over 55 patient encounters across 11 areas of specialty that cover mental health, women’s health, cardiology, gerontology, oncology, complex adult, and paediatric care.
"The Advanced Practice Series offers engaging patient scenarios designed to ensure that learners are thoroughly prepared for any situation they may encounter in practice. Just like our products created for nursing students, we tapped the knowledge of highly respected working professionals to help us develop this new virtual simulation series."
-Sentinel U® Vice President of Clinical Learning Resources Laura Gonzalez, Ph.D., APRN, CNE, CHSE-A, ANEF, FAAN
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ONLINE EDUCATION
upGrad | November 30, 2021
upGrad, Asia’s integrated higher edtech leader, has entered into an exclusive acquisition agreement with Global Study Partners (GSP), Australia's largest study abroad company, in a bid to strengthen its overseas education network. upGrad will invest USD 16 Million to buy 100% of GSP and commit a further USD 10 Million for future growth. GSP is slated to close its current financials at a GMV of over USD 10 million which will grow four-fold in the coming year.
Following the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, 45.2% of prospective global students are now interested in studying their program virtually as an alternative, according to The Impact of COVID 19 on Study Abroad Survey. Canada’s ApplyBoard in the same segment got funded recently at a USD 4 billion valuation. Leveraging this behavioural change, upGrad’s acquisition of GSP strengthens its foray in Study Abroad, one of the fastest growing segments worldwide.
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Sydney, Global Study Partners (GSP) boasts of an extensive institution network of over 600, with a focus on countries including, Australia, the UK, Canada, and the US, which are some of the most popular Study Abroad destinations in the world. GSP is also armed with more than 1,300 recruitment partners, including education and migration agents, schools, test preparation centres, alumni associations etc.
“As an Integrated EdTech leader - we span the entire gamut of a learner's need from the age of 18-50 and in that, Study Abroad is a key growth initiative for us - not just out of India which is one of the two largest markets but also for our learners internationally. GSP coming into upGrad’s fold will be a needle mover for us to attain a headstart in being a global leader in this segment too.”
Ronnie Screwvala, Chairperson & Co-Founder, upGrad
Elaine Starkey, CEO and Founder, Global Study Partners, said “I couldn’t think of a more complementary business that is underpinned by shared principles and ethics “to empower learners throughout the world. Ronnie and Mayank are true visionaries with a deep understanding of this sector and truly get that 'it's all about the learner’s experience'. GSP partners' - institutions and recruitment partners - worldwide, will enjoy the benefits that the additional reach and capacity GSP can now deliver, and they can expect significant growth in quality student enrolments.”
Students opting for Higher Education abroad from India are increasing rapidly and expected to reach ~1.8 million by 2024, as per Redseer report. They would be spending USD 75-85 Bn overseas, as Online emerges as the dominant channel for availing these services.
“With 150K students every year, Australia is one of the biggest destination markets for Indian learners. With these two education giants in the key supplier and the demand markets combining forces, we are looking to build a revenue of USD 100Mn in study abroad business in the next 3 years,” Gaurav Kumar, President - Corporate Development and M&A, upGrad.
About upGrad
upGrad - started in 2015 is a pioneer in the online education revolution, focused on powering career success for a global workforce of over 1.3 billion. It is one of the few Integrated LifeLongLearning Tech Companies in the world - spanning the college learner to the working professional from the age group of 18-60 years and across Undergrad courses, Campus & Job Linked Programs, Studying Abroad, short form to executive programs to Degrees, Masters and Doctoral - with a learner base of over 2 million across 50 countries and over 300 University partners & a robust enterprise business with a client base of 1000 companies worldwide.
upGrad’s Global Learning Engine rests on four pillars - (a) its large repository of original & owned content and IP, (b) its own best-in-class proprietary tech platform, (c) its high touch human-led delivery service backed by coaches & mentors, and (d) an 85% course completion track record, backed by a further 80% career outcomes guaranteed performance. Already termed Asia’s higher EdTech leader it has offices in the UK, US, Middle East, India, Singapore & Vietnam, and presence in many more countries.
About Global Study Partners (GSP)
Global Study Partners (GSP) is a leading B2B global EdTech marketplace for international student enrolments that works with 600+ Universities and Higher Education Institutes across the globe. GSP empowers students around the world by providing access to the best educational choices when embarking on studying abroad. Founded in 2015, the firm is headquartered in Sydney, Australia and has placed international students from 22 different countries into key study destination markets including Australia, UK, Ireland, US and Canada. GSP is committed to transforming lives through education and building out a globally connected student community.
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