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U.S. E-learning Industry Recognizes Kahoot!

By Soha Sanchorawala On June 21, 2017 · Add Comment · In Education Techology, Education: General, Education: Industry, Education: Technology, General, In The News, Learning Analytics
Since its launch in 2013, Kahoot! has turned game-based learning into a pop culture phenomenon. The game platform now hosts over 50 million monthly active users and a public library of over 20 million learning games, created and shared by fans in more than 180 countries. 32 million of these users are in the U.S. and more [...]
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U.S. E-learning Market Expanding Rapidly

By Soha Sanchorawala On June 9, 2017 · Add Comment · In Education Techology, Education: General, Education: Industry, Education: Technology, General, In The News
The “E-learning Markets in the US 2016-2020” report indicates that by 2020, the e-learning market in the US will grow by 15.64%. What is e-learning? Jhansi Mary J, lead analyst at Technavio, describes it as “the introduction of education technology and online content into [school] curriculum.” Cloud-based solutions are a large part of the e-learning industry.  Jhansi [...]
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Student Integrates E-Learning into Indian Government Schools

By Soha Sanchorawala On May 31, 2017 · Add Comment · In Education Techology, Education: General, Education: Technology, In The News, Teaching
A student of Social entrepreneurship at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Dickson Eugene Das has focused his attention on a project to implement e-learning into Indian government schools.Das, as part of the initiative ViREd, chose to work in two schools in Kalaburagi district of Karnataka. ViREd is an enterprise that provides flexible and effective learning content [...]
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Plan Your College Visits Now!

By Soha Sanchorawala On May 24, 2017 · Add Comment · In College, College Application, Education: General, General
School is (almost) out! If you are a junior, or even sophomore, this summer is the perfect time to check out local colleges and universities with your friends and/or family if able. Here’s how to go about it–! First, What Does Visiting a College Entail? Campus visits could look like anything from a quick hour to an overnight [...]
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Desmos Presents Alternative to TI Calculators

By Soha Sanchorawala On May 19, 2017 · Add Comment · In Education Techology, Education: Technology, In The News, Testing
Silicon Valley startup Desmos Inc. is pursuing the market of one of the oldest names in technology, Texas Instruments Inc.’s handheld calculators. Calculators such as the TI-84 are a staple for most college-bound students in the U.S. They retail for about $100, with fancier models going for more than twice that. According to Desmos, they’re made with [...]
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Register for the SAT/ACTs now!

By Soha Sanchorawala On May 15, 2017 · Add Comment · In Assessments, College, College Application, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
The next date for the National ACT is June 10th, 2017, for which you can still register. Late registration is still open until May 19th, with the photo due by June 2nd. Similarly, the upcoming date for the National SAT is June 3rd, 2017. Late registration (online) is open until May 24th. This date is also an opportunity [...]
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Fewer, Better Tests Bill in Florida

By Soha Sanchorawala On April 24, 2017 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Common Core, Education: General, General, In The News, Testing
The “Fewer, Better Tests” bill is moving through the Florida Legislature. The proposed law would slash standardized testing and lay out significant changes to the state’s K-12 education system. On Monday, the Florida House Education Committee passed HB 773, sponsored by Rep. Manny Diaz Jr., R-Hialeah, and Chris Sprowls, R-Palm Harbor, getting it through to the House floor. [...]
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Supporting Your Child Through Standardized Testing

By Soha Sanchorawala On March 29, 2017 · Add Comment · In Testing
What can parents do to manage their high schooler’s stress level about standardized testing? There are several basic things they can do that have a big impact in keeping their kids stress level down as they take exams. Parent(s), Don’t project yourself onto your child. Parents may feel that they themselves were stressed out when they [...]
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Choosing Between SAT Math Subject Tests

By Soha Sanchorawala On March 27, 2017 · Add Comment · In Assessments, College, College Application, Exam: SAT, Test Preparation, Testing
Having trouble deciding between SAT Math Level 1 or Level 2? Let’s look at some of the factors that can help you choose what’s best for you. 1. Consider the depth of your knowledge about Math. The College Board recommends that you have a minimum of three years of high school math as preparation for either tests. [...]
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April ACT Date Late Registration Extended

By Soha Sanchorawala On March 24, 2017 · Add Comment · In Exam: ACT, Testing
The April 8, 2017 ACT national test date late registration has been extended to March 24. Late fee applies.
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