Starring Pathify, Canva, AI and more: ETIH rolls out the biggest EdTech news stories of the week
Last week our top stories covered AI-driven learning tools, cybersecurity initiatives, and new funding shaping the future of education.
From From Pathify’s $25 million investment to Canva’s free AI certification for teachers, here’s what you need to know:
Pathify raises $25M to expand digital engagement platform for higher education
Pathify, a digital engagement hub for higher education, has received a $25 million minority investment from Five Elms Capital.
The investment will be used to enhance Pathify’s platform capabilities, expand its integration library, introduce new products, and increase adoption across higher education institutions.
India’s Meritus AI plans to train 72,000 teachers in AI-powered education across Asia
Meritus AI, an India-based company specializing in AI-powered education solutions, has announced a large-scale teacher training initiative aimed at equipping 72,000 educators across Asia with artificial intelligence skills.
Developed in partnership with a unnamed multinational corporation, the program focuses on AI integration in education, providing teachers with training in machine learning, prompt engineering, generative AI, and big data applications.
Effat University develops AI model to predict student performance and improve academic support
Researchers at Effat University have developed a machine learning-based software tool that predicts students' future academic performance.
Dhekra Alkaf, Faigah Bajammal, and Manal Asrar designed the system to support academic advisors in identifying students who may require additional support, enabling institutions to intervene early and allocate resources more effectively..
Canva launches free AI in the Classroom Certification to help teachers integrate AI into learning
Canva has introduced AI in the Classroom, a free, self-paced certification designed to help teachers integrate AI-powered tools into their lessons.
The course, which can be completed in 60 minutes, provides educators with strategies to enhance learning, streamline lesson planning, and engage students using AI.
Michael Svagdis appointed CEO of Campus and Government Services at Sodexo North America
Sodexo North America, a provider of food services and facilities management across education, corporate, healthcare, and government sectors, has appointed Michael Svagdis as CEO of Campus and Government Services, U.S., effective February 17, 2025.
CyberNorth launches Influencing the Influencer to boost female representation in cyber-security
CyberNorth has secured funding from Innovate UK to launch Influencing the Influencer, a project aimed at increasing the number of women pursuing careers in cyber-security.
The initiative will provide careers advisors and computer science teachers with resources to guide young women toward opportunities in the sector.
Kahoot! and Sanrio join forces to launch free educational games featuring Hello Kitty
Kahoot! has announced a partnership with Japanese company Sanrio, to introduce a collection of free educational games featuring Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kerokerokeroppi, and other characters.
The games, designed for children and families, will be available on Kahoot!’s platform and mobile apps for iOS and Android.
