EdTech Report 2024

Weekly Highlights

News

The latest trends in educational technology in Latin America, investment insights, and how major companies are closing deals and engaging in mergers and acquisitions with edtech startups. Read

EduCrack

Sandra Berta, MD and specialist with over 20 years in child neuropsychology, created BANEDI, a digital tool that enhances diagnosis and support for the development of children, families, and educators.

Segments

Early Childhood and K-12

• AI for School Leaders 3 min
• Cometa Raises $12M 5 min
• The Power of Play in Early Childhood 5 min

Higher Education

• Meta Tests VR in US, UK Universities 3 min
• Data on Faculty Skills in Higher Ed 5 min
• 5 AI Use Cases in Higher Ed 5 min

Workforce

• Educbank Raises $14.5M with Bonds 1 min
• 3 Components of the Learning Accelerator 2 min
• The Future of Corporate Learning 4 min

Lifelong Learning

• Embracing Lifelong Learning 4 min
• Financing a Commitment to Learning 7 min
• The Learning Triangle 20 min

Gray

• 66% of Seniors Pressured by Technology 3 min
• Older Employees Want Continuing Education 3 min
• IMSS Offers Senior Care Diploma 4 min

Trends

1. AI: A Student’s Guide to Writing with ChatGPT

ChatGPT can enhance learning by helping students think critically and write clearly. It supports tasks like citation formatting, summarizing topics, suggesting sources, and refining ideas. It should be used ethically, as a tool to complement, not replace, academic work. Read

2. Lifeskills: 15 Skills to Boost Your Productivity

To boost creativity and productivity, focus on momentum rather than perfect focus, reject negative thoughts, create lots of work without overthinking, and embrace your craft. Get inspiration from others, make time for fun, and use physical activity to spark creativity. Small steps build momentum for big results. Read

3. Sustainability: SMEs' Challenges with New ESG Regulations

The CSRD Directive, effective in 2025, will require all companies to report their sustainability impact. SMEs will have the opportunity to adapt to the new standards, allowing them to access more investments and enhance their competitiveness. Read

IAAE

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EdTech to watch:

TeachersPro es una plataforma para docentes que desarrolla habilidades y competencias didácticas mediante itinerarios formativos de metodologías efectivas para el aprendizaje.

Funding:

Presentations are key for startup founders. These 10 essential templates will help them communicate their vision and make an impact at every stage. Read

Opportunity Alert:

The Resource Foundation is conducting a study to assess the EdTech ecosystem in the region, aiming to explore how #philanthropy can boost educational impact and identify gaps and innovation opportunities. complete this survey by Sunday, November 17 th.

Job Openings:

• Director of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) ?? Apply
• Management of Curriculum and Instruction ???? Apply
• Head of Education ???? ???? Apply

Top events

1.Foro 2024 “IA: ?ángel o Demonio?

Tuesday, November 19th. Register

Free

2.Congreso Empresarial del Gran Caribe

Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd. Register

3.ACE: AI & Competencies in Education ????

Discount code: EDLATAM

Thursday, December 5th Register

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