by Scott Olster, Fortune
New York-based Knewton produces adaptive learning solutions. The online learning company announced on Tuesday that it is pairing up with Pearson to add its adaptive learning technology to all of the publisher’s online courses, starting with its college-level programs. Instead of selling itself, Knewton has entered into an agreement with the industry giant, which might otherwise have been an acquirer. Knewton uses an algorithm to track how students learn, tailoring courses incrementally based on a student’s individual strengths and weaknesses. The system is intended to grow more intelligent as more students use it, much like Google’s search results.
http://tech.fortune.cnn.com/2011/11/01/the-race-for-education-tech-heats-up/
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