Robots to help teach English in Japan
Japan has announced plans to use robots in classrooms as part of a multipronged approach to improve English proficiency and take advantage of an expected increase in tourism.
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EdtechX debuts on Nasdaq as SPAC
EdtechX Holdings has become the first education technology Special Purpose Acquisition Company as it debuted on the Nasdaq, its directors have announced.
FutureLearn launches fully online BA
FutureLearn has launched its first undergraduate full degree program, in partnership with the University of Newcastle, Australia.
Liulishuo app raises $72m in NYSE debut
Chinese startup Liulishuo, whose flagship offering is an AI-powered English learning app of the same name, raised up to $71.9 million on its NYSE debut.
Edtech platform FutureLearn looking for outside investment
FutureLearn confirmed is is looking for “new investment partners” to aid its growth into the degree market of online international education, though it did not say if the figure of £40m was accurate.
Russian Island digitises leadership ability
For the 11-day module, the Russian Island event brought together over 1,000 individuals to train for the digital economy through computer-based tests, roleplaying and games.
MOOC to solve UK culture shock launched
The British Council has launched a free, open, online course for prospective international students to the UK, aiming to prepare them for life in the country.
NZ formally recognises micro-credentials
A platform to provide equivalence statements for short-courses and prepare learners and employers for the future of work has launched.
RMIT to provide blockchain credentials
RMIT will provide graduates with blockchain-enabled credentials to provide employers with more data on the background of their skills and attributes
Robots cross borders to teach technology as edtech booms
An EdTech company hailing from the UK has secured contracts to provide robots for use in the classroom in the US, Australia and Canada, with the help of the UK Department for International Trade.
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