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        D2L launched Creator+, an all-in-one course creation platform integrated with H5P, following its acquisition of H5P Group in July 2024. Creator+ offers more than 50 interactive content types, including polling, video streaming, and lecture recording, and features like Smart Import AI for document conversion and real-time analytics.&nbsp;
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 <p>D2L has introduced Creator+, a comprehensive course creation platform, prompt by its acquisition of H5P Group in July 2024. This platform features more than 50 interactive content types including polling, video streaming, lecture recording and offers functionalities such as Smart Import AI for document conversion and real-time analytics.&nbsp;</p>
 
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D2L launches Creator+ with H5P for interactive course creation

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 <p>SchooLinks has secured USD 80 million in a Series B funding round, which was led by Susquehanna Growth Equity and saw contributions from Stephens Group, Strada, and ASA. This investment will enable SchooLinks to broaden its college and career readiness (CCR) offerings, while also accelerating its mission to connect K-12 school systems, higher education institutions, and employers.</p>
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SchooLinks raises USD 80 million in Series B funding to expand CCR offerings

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 <p>Anthology, a provider for the Blackboard LMS, has teamed up with AI firm Obrizum to boost learning experiences via AI-directed course curation, personalisation, immersive learning, and analytics. The goal of this collaboration is to optimise course creation and engagement of students by providing tailored learning paths and granting educators better glimpses into the comprehension level of their students.</p>
 
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Anthology partners with Obrizum to integrate AI-powered adaptive learning into Blackboard LMS

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 <p>Instructure collaborated with Microsoft to incorporate Microsoft Reflect into the Canvas LMS. This enhances the mental wellness support provided to students and educators in K-12 and higher education institutions. The integration enables social-emotional learning in digital classrooms. Additionally, Instructure's newly launched Mental Wellness Hub offers best practices, professional development, and mental health discussions for Canvas users.</p>
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Instructure integrates Microsoft Reflect into Canvas LMS for mental wellness support

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 <p>Duolingo has introduced new AI-driven features including an AI tutor named Lily and mini-games known as Adventures. These are accessible through their Duolingo Max subscription, which costs USD 30 per month. Lily, created from GPT-4, is a cartoon character that enhances its interactions based on the user's proficiency and manages conversations. On the other hand, Adventures provide practical scenarios, for instance, ordering a coffee, for real-world practice.</p>
 
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Duolingo launches AI tutor and chat features for language learning

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 <p>Lingokids recently introduced a new animated series on its learning application called Baby Bot's Backyard Tales. The series is set to premiere a week earlier on the app than on YouTube. It focuses on the backyard journeys of Baby Bot and buddies, tackling topics revolving around honesty, empathy, and self-acceptance. The show aims to develop social-emotional abilities in children and supports the values of kindness, compassion, and creativity. It also encourages family togetherness and offers educational benefits.</p>
 
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Lingokids launches animated series Baby Bot's Backyard Tales

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 <p>Apple has introduced free Creative Activities for classrooms as a segment of its Everyone Can Create initiative. The resources are accessible through the Apple Education Community, boasting over 1 million members. The activities are directed towards Early Learners and Students and encompass fun tasks like "Drawing: Reveal a Constellation" and "Video: See More in Slo-Mo". They include templates and links for ease of use. In addition, Apple has widened its Forum collaboration to an additional 16 countries while making the Apple Learning Coach program available in eight languages across 15 countries.</p>
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Apple launches new Creative Activities for teachers to help engage students

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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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All Updates

D2L launches Creator+ with H5P for interactive course creation

SchooLinks raises USD 80 million in Series B funding to expand CCR offerings

Anthology partners with Obrizum to integrate AI-powered adaptive learning into Blackboard LMS

Instructure integrates Microsoft Reflect into Canvas LMS for mental wellness support

Duolingo launches AI tutor and chat features for language learning

Lingokids launches animated series Baby Bot's Backyard Tales

Apple launches new Creative Activities for teachers to help engage students

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

EdTech: K-12

D2L launches Creator+ with H5P for interactive course creation

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