Author: Matthew Lynch
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Want to Build an Educational App? Read This First
Teacher-made materials have always been a part of classrooms. That’s because teachers can see better than anyone else what students need to understand a concept, especially ... -
Pass or Fail: Rethinking School Design for Better Learning Outcomes
In this multi-part series, I provide a dissection of the phenomenon of retention and social promotion. Also, I describe the many different methods that would improve student instruction ... -
Encouraging Kids to be Independent
Recent parenting styles include helicopter parents who hovered anxiously around their children and lawnmower parents intent on mowing down any rough patches in their children’s lives. ... -
What Is the Best Time of the Year to Sell to Schools?
Selling your edtech products directly to schools is a big undertaking. If successful, school and district sales can be the breakthrough for your edtech startup. However, ... -
Pass or Fail: Multiple Assessments to Determine True Learning
In this multi-part series, I provide a dissection of the phenomenon of retention and social promotion. Also, I describe the many different methods that would improve student instruction ... -
10 Habits of Tech-Savvy Parents
As parents, we all have different approaches to technology. But whatever your personal attitude may be, there’s no escaping the reality that our children are immersed ... -
How Edtech Companies Should Go About Pricing Their Products
While your company goals may include improving student performance and providing quality services, your edtech startup still needs to turn a profit. Every startup gains funding ... -
How to Teach Your Teen About Alcohol
It may be uncomfortable to talk to your teen about alcohol, but it’s a conversation you absolutely should not skip. “Surveys have shown over and over ... -
The Important Role of Tech in Closing the Degree Attainment Gap
Many of the available jobs in today’s market require a college education. We currently have plenty of students opting to pursue higher education but very few ... -
8 Ways to Motivate Your Kids
When it comes to motivating kids, many parents opt to reward positive behaviors and give consequences for negative behaviors. This type of motivation is called extrinsic ...