| | DECEMBER 20166EditorialAs 2017 slowly begins to unfurl, the ed-tech industry looks buoyant, ramping up to more than $8 billion market for the hardware and the accompanying feature-rich software. The classrooms of the yesteryears have undergone a remarkable transformation encapsulating the advantages of cloud computing and mobile based learning. Augmented reality, 3D printing, and advances in artificial intelligence—all are hand in glove to accelerate experiential learning and tailor personalized learning instructions. With classrooms undergoing a makeover with flipped classroom concepts, and blended learning, there are a host of solutions that precisely decipher the areas of improvement and trounce the hurdles in the student’s quest to achieve success in his academic journey. Right from the comprehensive student information systems to the whole gamut of teaching and learning experiences, technology is at the helm of the holistic transformation. For instance, Augmented Reality’s tactile experience facilitated on a virtual field trip or a 3D printer doling out mini-models coupled with lessons reinforced through fun elements by way of gamification, transcend traditional boundaries of learning. Virtualized classrooms, online learning platforms and massive open online courses are also in the extended list, deeply impacting and redefining the learning continuum. A thoughtfully designed software applications’ reach and acceptance across the student fraternity is boundless. Educational administrators nevertheless have to identify and decide on the most relevant technology solutions that are in line with their budgets and allay security concerns. To positively impact the entire spectrum of student learning, the need is to understand and envisage the right technologies for data acquisition and analytics. The right implementation and support of the most appropriate solution will spell success in the long run. Leafing through these pages will provide you with the valuable insights and strategies to effectively tackle “What’s next on the horizon?”Let us know your thoughts.Measuring out the Catchphrases Copyright © 2016 ValleyMedia Inc., All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.DECEMBER - 2016Mailing AddressValleyMedia Inc.44790 S. Grimmer Blvd Suite 202, Fremont, CA 94538T:510.402.1463, F:510-894-8405 DECEMBER - 2016, Vol 02 - 08 Published by ValleyMedia Inc.Editor-in-Chief Tina RosenEditorial StaffSalesAaron PierceJohn Smith Rosalind Jacobs Chithra VijayakumarRichard TaylorSteven ThomasVisualizersStephen ThomasDIGITAL SOLUTIONS SPECIALJim Wilkinsjim@educationtechnologyinsights.comT:510.556 2280Tina RosenEditor-in-Chieftina@educationtechnologyinsights.com
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