'Companion' robot debuted
Thursday, January 5, 2017Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaPanasonic Corporation of North America announced it has developed a “companion” robot with human-like movements and communication skills....
View ArticleFollett adds array of new content for IB World Schools
Friday, January 6, 2017Follett CorporationAs the exclusive worldwide distributor for International Baccalaureate (IB) publishing products, Follett announced it has added new content from IB and a...
View ArticleParent-teacher communication tool purchased
Friday, January 6, 2017LivingTreeLivingTree, a private social network for PK-12 family engagement, announced its acquisition of ClassMessenger, a parent-teacher communication tool. The acquisition adds...
View ArticleTurning STEM into STEAM with launch of music and 3D printing software
Friday, January 6, 2017PiperPiper, a startup that empowers budding inventors with its innovative STEAM-educational DIY computer kit, announced the launch of ImagineOS, cutting-edge software that...
View ArticlePartnership delivers new online community for educators and fans
Monday, January 9, 2017Makey MakeyMakey Makey, which produces invention kits, has partnered with project-based learning leader Workbench to launch Makey Makey Labz, an online community for students,...
View ArticleFinal installments of early Arabic printed books released
Monday, January 9, 2017Cengage and GaleGale, a Cengage company, announced the availability of the final modules in the series Early Arabic Printed Books from the British Library. Now available are...
View ArticleNew visual display and presentation products debuted
Monday, January 9, 2017Vivitek/DeltaDelta Group, a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, together with its brand, Vivitek, a leading manufacturer of visual display and presentation...
View ArticleInitiative helps students become familiar with the college exploration process
Tuesday, January 10, 2017Discovery EducationIf students had the most innovative tools to help them see the future, what would they see? Today, the Tiger Woods Foundation (TWF), TGR's philanthropic arm,...
View ArticleWorkbench to provide Maryland Public Libraries with virtual maker space
Tuesday, January 10, 2017WorkbenchEdtech company Workbench and Maryland’s network of public libraries have partnered to launch an online maker space for libraries throughout the state. Libraries are...
View ArticlePatent for visual feedback method awarded
Tuesday, January 10, 2017Scientific Learning Corp.To become fluent readers, students must build automaticity at the letter, word, sentence and passage levels. When a student struggles, knowing how and...
View ArticleAdaptive solution prepares middle school students for state assessments
Wednesday, January 11, 2017EdgenuityEdgenuity, a leading provider of online and blended learning, announced the launch of UpSmart, a supplemental solution designed to help all students in grades 6–8...
View ArticleSynchronized single sign in for students announced
Wednesday, January 11, 2017Workbench/CleverProject-based learning leader Workbench announces further integration with education platform Clever to expand on the single sign in to Workbench's online...
View ArticleSafety reporting app adopted by N.Y. district
Wednesday, January 11, 2017Anonymous AlertsIn an effort to increase the safety of its students, Putnam Valley Central School District has added a new anti-bullying and safety communications tool called...
View ArticlePartnership launches education program to fight human trafficking
Thursday, January 12, 2017Rural County Representatives of CaliforniaA public-private collaboration of law enforcement, government, education and human trafficking leaders today announced the launch of...
View ArticleCompanies team up to offer communication solution to schools and school families
Thursday, January 12, 2017TeacherLists.comTeacherLists announces its partnership with MemberHub, a provider of online school communications solutions. This new partnership will integrate TeacherLists...
View ArticleNew education tool launched with new graphing calculator
Thursday, January 12, 2017Casio America, Inc.Casio America, Inc., a leader and innovator in the education space, is expanding its popular line of PRIZM graphing calculators with the introduction of the...
View ArticleRemote proctoring company bought to expand footprint in academics
Thursday, January 12, 2017PSI Services LLCPSI Services LLC (PSI), a worldwide, industry-leading professional testing services provider to corporations, federal and state government agencies,...
View ArticleCalifornia district lights campuses with solar power
Friday, January 13, 2017SunPower Corp.Bonita Unified School District (BUSD) and SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ: SPWR) celebrate the near completion of multiple SunPower Helix solar systems across 13 school...
View ArticleNew emergency communication platform launched for schools
Friday, January 13, 2017American TimeAmerican Time, a market leader in synchronized time solutions, announced that it has launched EverAlert, an innovative visual display and campus-wide notification...
View ArticleNew AV solution to debut for commercial applications
Friday, January 13, 2017AtlonaWith a continued emphasis on providing intelligent and innovative AV solutions for commercial applications, Atlona will introduce the AT-UHD-SW-510W, the latest member of...
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