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The Freckle Phone: Can a Restricted Device Get Kids Outside?
Learn how the new $199 Freckle phone gamifies the outdoors to replace social media, and what researchers say about introducing safe mobile tech to kids.
New In-Car Cameras Raise Legal and Privacy Questions for Parents
Learn how new dash cams like the Wolfbox K9 Pro affect family safety, and discover the state laws and privacy rules surrounding in-car passenger recording.
Duolingo Update Helps Students Review Lessons, but App Limits Remain
Learn how to use Duolingo's new lesson review feature, and discover what the latest cognitive research says about gamified learning apps.
Gamifying Tough Subjects: Kahoot! Tackles Music, Climate, and Health
Discover how Kahoot!'s interactive game partnerships with Apple Music, WBUR, and EndoFound help students tackle complex academic, science, and health topics.
How Kahoot's New Academy Helps Educators Master Learning Science
Learn how Kahoot's new 360 Trainer Academy and cognitive science research on spaced retrieval can help parents and teachers improve student learning.
New Kahoot! Modes Target Screen Fatigue and Group Collaboration
Learn how Kahoot! is targeting screen fatigue with new device-free and accuracy-focused game modes, and how research supports unplugged gamification.
What Parents Should Know About Gamified, Sports-Themed Curricula
Explore the science behind sports-themed digital games in classrooms and discover how parents can turn short-term gamification wins into deep learning.
Kahoot! EDU Wins Higher Ed Award as AI Reshapes Classrooms
Learn how Kahoot! EDU’s recent award and new AI features affect classroom learning, student test anxiety, and critical FERPA data privacy compliance.
Why OpenAI’s GPT Shutdown Is Forcing Teachers to Rebuild Classroom AI
Learn how OpenAI’s plan to retire Custom GPTs in December 2026 will disrupt classroom AI tools and what parents and teachers must do to prepare.
How Modern Student Systems Are Reshaping the University Experience
James Hope University's new digital campus highlights a global shift to mobile student systems. Learn what this means for data privacy and efficiency.
Arivihan Raises $10 Million to Expand Teacherless AI Tutoring
Indian startup Arivihan raised $10M for its teacherless AI tutoring platform. Learn what researchers say about the safety and efficacy of AI-only learning.
Why an Australian Classroom Platform Is Earning Global Recognition
Discover why Oxford Digital was named a global finalist for the EdTech Prize, and learn how new school digital accessibility mandates will affect your student.