This episode is based on the report "Aspirational Principles for Desired Capabilities and Research Collaborations in the EdTech Industry" by Kucirkova, Bang, and Cooper, which outlines a framework for developing and implementing educational technology (EdTech) that prioritizes student learning outcomes, and advocates for three key stages: design, implementation, and validation.
The authors propose a series of principles for each stage, including co-creation with educators and students, comprehensive problem analysis, and robust evaluation methods. They also emphasize the importance of grounding EdTech in research and using evidence-based practices to ensure its effectiveness and efficacy.
The proposed framework addresses pitfalls by outlining how EdTech developers can incorporate research into each stage of the EdTech lifecycle to build an "evidence portfolio" demonstrating efficacy and effectiveness.
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Report published: May 14, 2024 Authors of the report: Natalia I. Kucirkova, Hee Jin Bang, and Ekaterina Cooper
Desired Capabilities and Research Collaborations in EdTech