Education Technology Startups

Launching of Home- based Tutoring Company, ConnectPrep

Who says learning is confined within the four walls of the classroom?

ConnectPrep, a home- based tutoring company, will launch its fully- functional site this coming August 3. ConnectPrep targets children in Grades K- 12, and students who are preparing for the SAT and ACT exam. It promises to deliver the best tutoring service through their proprietary analytic engine which enables instructors to pinpoint the strengths and weaknesses of the student. You may sign up in advance here: ConnectPrep.

Awards for Innovative Education Technology Startups

Deadline for sending out applications is extended until July 31! Global Edtech Awards identifies the world’s most promising EdTech startups or those which present a potential for groundbreaking learning solutions. The Finals event is set on the month of October although, the venue is yet to be announced. The company will judge the product or service  according to the following criteria:
(1) Answers an actual pain
(2) Has an innovative pedagogical aspect
(3) Has an outstanding user experience
(4) Has a growth potential
(5) Has a sustainable business model

Last year’s winners are the following:

1st- BrightByte
2nd- Spongelab
3rd- Edpuzzle