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I see a fair number of edtech startups really interested in teacher engagement and feedback, though they either: 1) Don't know how to get it 2) Only get it fr
by mikeleeorg 12y ago
I see a fair number of edtech startups really interested in teacher engagement and feedback, though they either:
1) Don't know how to get it
2) Only get it from only a handful of teachers that don't represent a wide range of teacher interests
To be fair, I've seen the same problem in other industries too. In edtech, this problem is particularly noticeable because there's a new wave of edtech startups right now, driven by advances in web technology, decreased startup costs, and increased investor interest. This new wave has catapulted dozens upon dozens of new offerings, so it's very easy to get lost in the sea of choices.
If it makes you feel any better, since markets tend to be cyclical, this expansion will eventually collapse and consolidate into fewer choices, I'd imagine.
But back to edtech startups and teachers. It's hard for many founders to know how to find and engage with teachers meaningfully. Those that don't do it are doomed, IMO. For those that want to find out how, a handful of resources are rising up to fill this need, such as:
+ http://edtechhandbook.com/ http://edtechhandbook.com/ - A collection of informational articles.
+ https://www.edsurge.com/summits https://www.edsurge.com/summits - A series of conferences to bring teachers & startups together.
+ http://tinkered.co http://tinkered.co - A new teacher-created service to help startups employ teachers.
If anyone else knows of others, please share!
- jshute 12y agohttp://www.altschool.com http://www.altschool.com One way to get teacher engagement and feedback is to run your own schools, with your own teachers. Works like a charm. Disclaimer: I work there.
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