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Revyze is building the TikTok of educational videos

TechCrunch

Meet Revyze , a French startup that is developing a mobile app for iOS and Android at the intersection of education and social. But it is focused specifically on educational content for teenagers. “We But there is an issue with mainstream social platforms. They aren’t designed specifically for education.

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Virtual social network IMVU raises $35M from China’s NetEase and others

TechCrunch

The line between social networking and gaming is increasingly blurring , and internet incumbents are taking notice. NetEase, the second-largest gaming company in China (behind Tencent), is among a group of investors who just backed IMVU, an avatar-focused social network operating out of California.

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How state and local governments can close the digital divide in education with fast, affordable connectivity

CIO

Education has long served as the key to unlocking economic progress and social mobility. The digital divide will only grow worse as AI and immersive technologies take on a greater role in education. To continue their schoolwork, students simply plugged in their devices and connected to the district’s network.

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Education Executive Search: Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow’s Institutions

N2Growth Blog

The Importance of Effective Leadership in Educational Institutions In the constantly evolving landscape of education, effective leadership plays a pivotal role in the success and growth of educational institutions. One of the primary challenges is the competitive nature of the industry.

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Fixed wireless access (FWA) is a secure networking option

CIO

When making decisions about network access, businesses need to be aware of and assess the security implications associated with network technology to help keep their digital assets protected. Cyber hygiene best practices include device security , cyber security education , and secure networking strategies.

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Medium acquires social book reading app Glose

TechCrunch

Sure, there are social platforms that let you talk about books, such as Goodreads. But Glose’s differentiating point is that the social features are intrinsically linked with the reading features — those aren’t two separate platforms. More recently, Glose has launched a separate service called Glose Education.

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The Dangers of Social Networking – Duplicity

Rapid BI

The dangers and opportunities of social networking in schools, education and business. The post The Dangers of Social Networking – Duplicity appeared first on RapidBI. Exploring how to get the most & stay safe in this valuable learning world.

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