Author: Matthew Lynch
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Using Digital Tools to Teach Soft Skills
When thinking about the requirements of a solid education, most people focus on the standard subjects such as reading and writing. But employers are increasingly asking ... -
If a Digital Learning Product Doesn’t Offer Differentiated Instruction, Don’t Buy It
The idea of differentiation is simple but profound: instructional materials and strategies should be geared to the needs and interests of each individual student; they should ... -
Deep Learning in a Digital World of Possibilities
It seems like every day a new app or platform is clamoring for teachers’ attention and claiming that it will revolutionize learning by engaging students and ... -
Why Edtech Company Leaders Should Lead with Equity in Mind
Educational equity is, put simply, a concern with ensuring that all students are given an equal chance to succeed. That means that even a child from ... -
What is Cognitive Learning?
Whether you are “cognizant” of it or not, cognitive learning has played a huge part in your development, ever since you were a baby learning how ... -
5 Major Benefits of Blended Learning
Modern classrooms are slowly taking a new approach to imparting wisdom and knowledge to the upcoming generation. Traditional classroom teaching techniques are giving way to a ... -
How to Leverage Technology to Engage Parents at Scale
Parent engagement is a goal for most educational communities. But at the same time, it often seems like it gets more lip service than serious attention. ... -
What Edtech Companies Can Learn From Kindergarteners
Have you ever observed preschoolers playing in the classroom or on the playground? Of course, you have. What we notice most is the curiosity and bravery ... -
Can Text Message Nudges Improve Parental Involvement in Schools?
Recently, economists have described a very powerful concept. They call it a nudge. The idea is simple: most people will use the default setting. So, if ... -
6 Expert Tips for Finding Edtech Jobs
Over the last 20 years, the edtech market has grown to become a billion dollar industry. Edtech companies pay top dollar for talented individuals that can ...