Just as many academic institutions now regret their slow start in China, so will they come to regret missing out on early opportunities in this increasingly important and fast-growing region Grant T. Harris warns. American universities are largely unprepared for a key global phenomenon: Africa’s growing importance. More...
Why AI Will Never Replace Teachers
AI will never replace our amazing teachers – and I’m saying that as the CEO of the online learning platform edX and in the business of developing education technology. More...
It Is Time for the Edtech Industry to Stop Denying Its Equity and Race Problem
The EdTech industry is dominated by white employees, white leaders, and white entrepreneurs. If you doubt this statement, just attend an Edtech conference. Admittedly, educators and others don’t attend Edtech conferences to discuss equity. More...
This ransomware sneakily infects victims by disguising itself with anti-virus software
A successful family of ransomware which has been terrorising organisations around the world has been updated with a new trick to lure victims into installing file-locking malware: posing as anti-virus software. More...
Melinda Gates: With so few women in AI, we are baking bias into the system
While Silicon Valley has made some strides in creating opportunities and more inclusive workplaces for women, Melinda Gates believes there’s still work to be done. More...
What’s Microsoft’s vision for conversational AI? Computers that understand you
For example, he explained, systems today can add a new appointment to your calendar but not engage in a back-and-forth dialogue with you about how to juggle a high-priority meeting request. More...
Word’s new AI editor will improve your writing
If you write in Microsoft Word Online, you’ll soon have an AI-powered editor at your side. As the company announced today, Word will soon get a new feature called “Ideas” that will offer writers all kinds of help with their documents. More...
How do global virtual internships benefit your study skills?
Long gone are the days of traditional office settings and tiring work commutes to work, largely due to the brilliance of widespread digital advancements. More...
3 Cool Tech Tools to Consider for the Digital Classroom
It is imperative that educators find new ways to incorporate technology to stay current. This can be done by considering tools and applications that will not only enhance a students’ educational experience but also support teaching and learning. More...
Leveling the Playing Field With Internet Connectivity Plus…
Not so long ago all learning was delivered offline. Nowadays it is a given that students will have an internet connection and will be able to access their content at all times. Learning Management Systems were designed as SaaS to always be online or at least linked to a central database. More...