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Leading Education and Technology Communities Announce New Partnership to Advance the Edtech Ecosystem

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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LAKE MARY, Fla., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global nonprofits 1EdTech® and Digital Promise announce a new partnership to power learner potential and create equitable learning ecosystems through collaboration and innovation.

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  • LAKE MARY, Fla., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global nonprofits 1EdTech ® and Digital Promise announce a new partnership to power learner potential and create equitable learning ecosystems through collaboration and innovation.
  • The two educational technology nonprofit organizations bring thought leaders from K-12, higher education, and edtech suppliers together to find solutions to educational challenges around the world.
  • Through this new partnership, both communities are committed to supporting the other's work to create a greater impact on teaching and learning, particularly in digital credentials.
  • Digital Promise's Micro-credential Platform offers more than 600 competency-based micro-credentials on various research-backed skills to help learners advance their knowledge and careers.

Verizon Innovative Learning reaches 7 million students nationwide to tackle digital divide

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.

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  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.
  • That’s why, over a decade ago, Verizon Innovative Learning was launched to address barriers to digital inclusion in Title I schools.
  • “For over 11 years, it has been our commitment to ensure students are provided equal access to digital technology and next-gen tools.
  • In addition to supporting Title I schools across the U.S. with access to technology and innovative learning programs, Verizon also provides educators nationwide with access to tools to help bring new ways of learning into their classrooms through Verizon Innovative Learning HQ .

Coalition of Education and Edtech Leaders Releases Framework for Trusted Digital Credentials

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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LAKE MARY, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 1EdTech® Consortium's TrustEd Microcredential Coalition released a new TrustEd Microcredential Framework at the organization's annual Digital Credentials Summit on Monday.

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  • LAKE MARY, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 1EdTech® Consortium's TrustEd Microcredential Coalition released a new TrustEd Microcredential Framework at the organization's annual Digital Credentials Summit on Monday.
  • The coalition of senior leaders from higher education, edtech suppliers, and K-12 districts was created to help realize the full potential of microcredentials to benefit learners, educators, and employers.
  • The framework also outlines how a learner demonstrated mastery of the skills represented by the credential, identified as a TrustEd Application Microcredential, TrustEd Knowledge Microcredential, or Recognition Badges.
  • "Credentials that follow the framework will be more meaningful to receivers, and therefore, more valuable for the learners who earn them."

BrainPOP Names New Executive Team Leaders, Appoints New Board Advisor, to Spearhead Product Innovation and Brand Growth

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BrainPOP, a leader in the U.S. edtech supplemental market, today announced the appointment of three new executive team leaders: Jay Chakrapani as chief product officer; Harris Goodman as senior vice president, growth and marketing; and Karin Simelaro as chief sales officer. The company also welcomes Jean-Claude Brizard, who currently serves as president and CEO of Digital Promise, as a board advisor.

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  • The company also welcomes Jean-Claude Brizard, who currently serves as president and CEO of Digital Promise, as a board advisor.
  • "Going into 2024, we are laser focused on ambitious product innovation and go-to-market strategy that prioritizes and elevates the connection between engagement and outcomes.
  • Jay Chakrapani joins BrainPOP from Avathon Capital, where he served as an executive in residence advising edtech growth companies.
  • I feel privileged to join the talented team at BrainPOP and to help shape the future of such an adored and trusted product."

Equal Opportunity Schools Recognized as Innovator by Microsoft, Stanford and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS), the nationwide nonprofit leader in partnering with US high schools to provide student insights and accelerate college and career access demonstrates the power of collaboration with industry leaders including Microsoft, Stanford and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

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  • At Microsoft's inaugural Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit, EOS was highlighted for its data-driven, student-centered partnerships with high schools around the country.
  • Yesterday, Equal Opportunity Schools presented at the AccelerateEd convening hosted by the Education Strategy Group and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
  • Recently, Equal Opportunity Schools released a special report on Psychological Safety by Dr. Erin Bogan, Sr. Director of Research & Impact.
  • Thanks to philanthropic support, Equal Opportunity Schools is offering 100 US School Districts matching grant opportunities to partner with EOS for the 2024-2025 School Year.

Akamai Foundation Announces 2023 Grant Recipients

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Akamai Foundation, a charitable fund endowed by Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cloud company that powers and protects life online, announces recipients of the Akamai Foundation 2023 global STEM education grants.

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  • STEM education grants for early learner (K-12) and 'Empower' grants for college, technology career pathways, and entrepreneurship
    CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Akamai Foundation , a charitable fund endowed by Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cloud company that powers and protects life online, announces recipients of the Akamai Foundation 2023 global STEM education grants.
  • The Akamai Foundation offers two distinct grant programs: early learner (K-12) STEM grants and 'Empower' grants.
  • and NPower Inc.
    "The Akamai Foundation is pleased to announce its 2023 grant recipients," said Kara DiGiacomo, corporate philanthropy director, Akamai Technologies, and executive director, Akamai Foundation.
  • The Akamai Foundation looks forward to partnering with the following Empower grant program impact leaders:

StrongMind(SM) Announces Integration with Clever for StrongMind SEL

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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CHANDLER, Ariz., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A leader in designing and delivering innovative digital learning solutions for over 20 years, StrongMind today announces a new integration with Clever for StrongMind SEL. StrongMind SEL is a social emotional learning (SEL) tool for grades K-12 that leverages technology to embolden student SEL growth through personalized learning. Delivered in "snack-sized" modules, the SEL tool is flexible and can be easily used by teachers, advisors, counselors, and other school professionals.

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A leader in designing and delivering innovative digital learning solutions for over 20 years, StrongMind today announces a new integration with Clever for StrongMind SEL .
  • StrongMind SEL is a social emotional learning (SEL) tool for grades K-12 that leverages technology to embolden student SEL growth through personalized learning.
  • The StrongMind SEL integration with Clever facilitates easy-to-use Single Sign On (SSO) and rostering for users, leading to seamless implementation.
  • The SEL modules are digitally-delivered and mobile-enabled, making StrongMind SEL compatible with any instructional model – online, hybrid, or in-person.

Study.com's K12 Learn Solution Achieves Digital Promise's Research-Based Design Product Certification

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Study.com is pleased to announce that its K12 Learn solution has been awarded the Research-Based Design for Instructional Learning Products: Product Certification from Digital Promise.

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  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Study.com is pleased to announce that its K12 Learn solution has been awarded the Research-Based Design for Instructional Learning Products: Product Certification from Digital Promise.
  • The Research-Based Design Product Certification from Digital Promise signifies that Study.com's K12 Learn has undergone a rigorous evaluation process, demonstrating a substantial integration of research-based principles into its instructional design.
  • "We are honored to receive the Research-Based Design Product Certification from Digital Promise.
  • Christina Luke Luna, Chief Learning Officer, Pathways and Credentials at Digital Promise, remarked, "Digital Promise's Research-Based Design Product Certification recognizes the edtech products that incorporate research about learning into their design and development.

Seesaw Awarded Research-Based Design and Learner Variability Product Certifications

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global nonprofit Digital Promise, which works to scale up innovations that empower learners, awarded Seesaw, the learning experience platform loved by 25 million elementary school educators, students, and families worldwide, its highly regarded certifications for Research-Based Design for Instructional Learning Products and Learner Variability.

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  • Seesaw submitted evidence to Digital Promise confirming a link between research on how students learn, their ability to support the diverse needs of learners and confirming their commitment to continuing to design with learner variability in mind.
  • "Digital Promise's Research-Based Design Product Certification recognizes the edtech products that incorporate research about learning into their design and development.
  • "The Learner Variability Product Certification celebrates those products that are intentionally designed for the whole child and allow learners to adjust based on their needs.
  • The Research-Based Design and Learner Variability Product Certifications use a competency-based learning framework, developed in consultation with Digital Promise's Learner Variability Project advisory board, expert researchers in the Learning Sciences field, and nearly 50 educators across the United States.

Schools Now Have Access to AI Guidance Toolkit Released by Education Leaders and Tech Experts

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, TeachAI, an initiative led by Code.org, ETS, the International Society of Technology in Education, Khan Academy, and the World Economic Forum, launched an AI Guidance for Schools toolkit to help education systems globally address gaps in AI guidance and policy. This resource was co-authored by Code.org, CoSN, Digital Promise, European EdTech Alliance, and PACE with input and review from policymakers, school leaders, teachers and leading tech organizations.

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  • TeachAI released an AI Guidance for Schools toolkit to support the urgent need for guidance on the safe, effective, and responsible use of AI in schools
    SEATTLE, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, TeachAI, an initiative led by Code.org, ETS, the International Society of Technology in Education, Khan Academy, and the World Economic Forum, launched an AI Guidance for Schools toolkit to help education systems globally address gaps in AI guidance and policy.
  • "Harnessing the potential of AI for Los Angeles Unified schools is a journey, and the AI Guidance for Schools toolkit is a valuable resource," said Los Angeles Unified Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho.
  • The AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit recommends seven principles for crafting AI guidance:
    Purpose: Use AI to help all students achieve educational goals.
  • The AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit equips students and educators for AI challenges, fostering digital self-determination," Leandro Folgar, President of Ceibal, Government of Uruguay.