Online Learning

Britannica Education launches digital school learning solutions in India

Britannica Education, a global publisher of encyclopedias, on Friday launched 12-odd digital learning solutions in India targeting teachers, students and schools, officials said. Among the solutions unveiled were Britannica School, Britannica Library, Britannica Professional Learning, and Britannica Connect-Global Community for Collaborative Learning (GCCL). According to officials, each product is subscription-based, ensuring scalability, accessibility, and affordability. "Our mission is to inspire curiosity and the joy of learning, providing trusted, verified content that supports both teachers and students. By empowering educators and nurturing skill-based growth, we aim to ensure that every learner -- regardless of background -- can achieve their dreams," said Sal De Spirito, Global Executive Vice President, Britannica Education. Founded in 1768, Encyclopaedia Britannica is among the credible sources of knowledge worldwide. Having transitioned from print to digital, Britannica .

Accenture invests $1 bn in learning platform, to buy edtech firm Udacity

Udacity's team of more than 230 professionals will join Accenture LearnVantage

Netflix's monetisation model may just save India's online learning apps

The Physics Wallah app has 2 million users logging in daily and spending 80 minutes

Exams trainer Allen acquires edtech platform Doubtnut to improve technology

"We resonate with Allen's vision of creating technology products that are focused on improving learning outcomes," said Aditya Shankar, co-founder of Doubtnut

Coursera expands online learning, certificates, GenAI, hiring solutions

Edtech platform Coursera on Thursday said it is expanding online learning in the country with several new partnerships, degrees and certificates, GenAI features and hiring solutions. "We're excited to see our continued momentum in India, driven by the efforts of institutions and the government to equip individuals with skills for a digital future," Coursera Chief Operating Officer Shravan Goli said in a statement. India is one of the fastest-growing markets of the company and is critical to its global strategy, he said. "We're proud to support and empower learners with several new content and platform innovations to accelerate the next phase of their education and career," he added. Coursera has formed 4 new partnerships, introduced a career-focussed degree programme and two university certificates, the statement stated. The online platform has introduced ChatGPT-powered tools and VR features to make learning and teaching more interactive, effective and personalised. Also, the co

Digital education helps students, teachers to learn modern skills: Experts

Skills in problem-solving, creative thinking, and data needed for the job market, they say on national technology day

Upto 60% jump in IT employees taking courses to avoid a possible layoff

With AI and machine learning dominating the discussion in the space, many employees are taking these courses in order to stay ahead of the curve and maintain their relevance

" ATP STAR kota " ANNOUNCES SUCCESSFUL CLOSING OF SEED FUNDING ROUND FROM MARQUEE ANGELS WITH BESTVANTAGE INVESTMENTS

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No question of mis-selling, sales team doesn't have rights: Byju's to NCPCR

Says that by design, every sale is unapproved until it is verified by a triple-layered audit mechanism that reaches out to the interested customer through SMS, audio and video calls

upGrad's acquisition of test-prep provider Exampur may hit roadblock

Disagreement over valuation of Noida-based company which wants more from the deal, says source

Indian edtech major Simplilearn trains its sights on boot camps

The Indian edtech major is gearing up to compete with global majors in the space

upGrad-backed Harappa launches in US, to upskill 55,000 managers in 3 yrs

Harappa founders cite huge scope as 82% Americans are likely to quit their jobs because of a bad manager, while 44% managers feel they are unprepared for their jobs

What layoffs? Ronnie Screwvala-led upGrad on a hectic expansion spree

In a studied contrarian move, the Ronnie Screwvala-led edtech company is on a hectic expansion spree

Amazon to shut down its edtech platform in India, refund customers

Edtech offering was launched last year to cater to students preparing for engineering colleges' JEE

Ronnie Screwvala-led upGrad to hire 1,400 amid edtech sector turbulence

Signs up new leases for 335K sq ft space in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune and Noida

PhysicsWallah's revenue rises to Rs 232.48 cr, net profit surges 14 times

The company has reported a profit at a time when top tech unicorns, especially edtech firms are incurring steep losses and are laying-off employees

Air pollution: Noida schools to hold online classes till Nov 8, says order

All schools in Noida and Greater Noida were Thursday asked to hold classes online for students up to Class 8 till November 8 in view of increasing pollution in the National Capital Region, according to an official order. The schools have also been told to hold classes for students of Class 9 to 12 online as far as possible, said the order issued by Gautam Buddh Nagar's District Inspector of Schools (DIOS) Dharmveer Singh. Outdoor activities like sports or meetings will stay completely banned in all schools, the order further stated. "All schools have been asked to move to online medium for teaching students up to Class 8. They have been asked to switch to the online mode for students of Class 9 to 12 also to the extent possible," Singh said. "However, no outdoor activities like sports in schools are allowed till November 8," the DIOS told PTI. Gautam Buddh Nagar has around 1,800 schools including higher education centres, spread across Noida and Greater Noida, as on date, the offi

Gehlot govt sanctions Rs 13.10 crore for smart classes in 500 madrasas

The Ashok Gehlot government on Wednesday allotted Rs 13.10 crore to ensure that 500 madrasas of the state, approved by state Madarsa Board, have smart classrooms

Vedantu takes majority stake in test prep platform Deeksha for $40 mn

Live online learning platform Vedantu on Thursday announced it has bought a majority stake in test preparation platform Deeksha (Ace Creative Learning Pvt Ltd) for $40 million.

Internet firm Sulekha says will focus on ed-tech, Saas businesses

Company aims to have 125 million people using its English language learning app