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        Duolingo announced new AI-powered features, Video Call and Adventures, at Duocon 2024. Video Call offers realistic conversations with a character, while Adventures immerses users in language practice. It has also expanded music education with partnerships with Loog and Sony Music, offering digital piano lessons and popular song play-alongs.
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 <p>Duolingo introduced Video Call and Adventures at Duocon 2024, both powered by AI. Video Call facilitates real-time interactions with a character, while Adventures provides a language practicing scenario. In addition to these, Duolingo has established collaborations with Loog and Sony Music to enhance music teaching, featuring digital piano tutorials and popular song accompaniments.</p>
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Duolingo launches AI-powered features; expands music offerings

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 <p>Novakid has bought Lingumi, a UK-based English as a Foreign Language (EFL) application loved by young learners, in an effort to broaden its collection of AI-facilitated learning resources and courses. Lingumi, which is believed to be widely used in Asia with over 2 million users, will aid Novakid in introducing a fresh self-learning product by 2025. It will feature AI-powered learning tools, self-learning applications, and live online practice sessions with native English-speaking tutors.</p>
 
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Novakid acquires UK-based EFL app Lingumi to expand into AI tutoring

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 <p>PowerSchool introduced two Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools: PowerBuddy for College and Career, providing personalized guidance for postsecondary education and careers; and PowerBuddy for Custom AI, a real-time assistant addressing district-specific inquiries. These tools aim to facilitate student decision-making and enhance district engagement.</p>
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PowerSchool launches AI solutions for college planning and district information

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 <p>HMH introduced Coachly, an unlimited service with access to certified instructional coaches on its Ed platform. Offering personalized one-on-one coaching throughout the year, teachers also have the option to schedule in-person sessions. According to HMH, Coachly assists districts in scaling coaching and enhancing instructional effectiveness.</p>
 
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HMH launches Coachly for on-demand instructional coaching

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 <p>Startup company Wonderschool, specializing in software and support for creating childcare businesses, has acquired EarlyDay, a marketplace for early childhood educators. This strategic acquisition is aimed to boost the provision of childcare services, thereby addressing the existing childcare crisis. It is anticipated to benefit both Wonderschool's enterprise and parents seeking cost-effective childcare solutions.</p>
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Wonderschool acquires EarlyDay for undisclosed sum to enhance its operations

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 <p>Text-to-speech solutions provider, ReadSpeaker is partnering with D2L to integrate its tools with D2L's Brightspace learning management system (LMS). This partnership is aimed at enhancing accessibility for both instructors and learners. Furthermore, D2L introduced an Accessibility Bundle, combining ReadSpeaker's technology with YuJa Panorama's Digital Accessibility Platform. The goal is to establish a more inclusive learning environment for a variety of learners, such as those facing reading challenges and language barriers. This collaboration confirms the commitment of both companies to improve educational accessibility through innovative technology integration.</p>
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ReadSpeaker partners with D2L to enhance accessibility in Brightspace LMS

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 <p>D2L, a global learning technology firm, has introduced D2L Lumi, an AI-powered package that's integrated with its D2L Brightspace platform. This comes after the acquisition of H5P Group. D2L Lumi contains four major features: Lumi Quiz, Lumi Idea, Lumi Practice, and Lumi Chat. These additions aim to improve content creation, evaluations, and activities, while safeguarding privacy and data governance. The goal of the AI package is to boost learner outcomes, augment efficiency for course authors, and supply organizational leadership with insights. Early users such as Deakin University have lauded its time-saving qualities and data security.</p>
 
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D2L launches AI-powered D2L Lumi to support content creation, assessments, and activities

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 <p>Quizlet, designed for users aged 16 and above in the US, has introduced new tools such as Practice Tests, Study Guides, Blast, and Categories. Practice Tests offer personalized exams with feedback while Study Guides create efficient study materials from one's notes. Blast is a fun way to learn vocabulary, and Categories allows the setup of classroom quiz shows. Unlimited access to these features is granted for Quizlet Plus users.</p>
 
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Quizlet launches new digital learning tools for students

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 <p>IXL Learning, an EdTech company, recently purchased Carson Dellosa Education, a publisher of educational supplies. This acquisition is part of IXL's strategy to bolster its offering of educational resources and support students throughout their learning journeys. This amalgamation of physical and digital educational tools aims to make education more comprehensive and engaging for students, irrespective of whether they are learning in school or at home.</p>
 
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IXL Learning acquires Carson Dellosa Education to expand educational resources portfolio

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 <p>Instructure Holdings, Inc., a provider of learning ecosystems, is set to be acquired by KKR in an all-cash transaction valuing at USD 4.8 billion. This values Instructure at USD 23.60 per share, indicating a 16% premium to the non-affected share price. Instructure's core products Canvas and Parchment will receive increased investment in technology and innovation from KKR. The deal is expected to conclude later this year, awaiting customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.</p>
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All Updates

Duolingo launches AI-powered features; expands music offerings

Novakid acquires UK-based EFL app Lingumi to expand into AI tutoring

PowerSchool launches AI solutions for college planning and district information

HMH launches Coachly for on-demand instructional coaching

Wonderschool acquires EarlyDay for undisclosed sum to enhance its operations

ReadSpeaker partners with D2L to enhance accessibility in Brightspace LMS

D2L launches AI-powered D2L Lumi to support content creation, assessments, and activities

Quizlet launches new digital learning tools for students

IXL Learning acquires Carson Dellosa Education to expand educational resources portfolio

Instructure to be acquired by KKR for USD 4.8 billion

EdTech: K-12

Duolingo launches AI-powered features; expands music offerings

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