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Google Launches the ChromeBook
In 2010, Google launched the Chromebook which was a computer running on ChromeOS operating system. It was projected to become the foundation for students' education wherever in the world they traveled. -
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2010-2020
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Smart tablets/ Apple iPad is launched
On January 27th, 2010, Steve Jobs launched Apple's smart tablet known as the iPad. This became a versatile and helpful learning tool for all ages. -
Digital Textbook "Revolution"
After the invention of the smart tablet, electronic textbooks became widely used among students for easy access to study materials. -
The Digital Textbook Playbook is Released
In 2012, the Digital Textbook Playbook is released by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission). The playbook was used to guide educators as an interactive, personalized digital learning environment began to take place. -
McGraw Hill SmartBook™ Launches
In 2013, the McGraw Hill SmartBook™ launched and became the world's first adaptive e-book. -
Creation of Google Classroom
In 2014, Google released its newest program commonly known as Google Classroom. This allowed for both students and teachers to have a more streamlined learning experience. -
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
In 2015, Mark Zuckerber and his wife wrote a letter to their newborn daughter, Max. In this letter, they donate a large amount of money to educational technology organizations and research. This is done in hopes of creating a world with more advanced educational technology for their daughter and other children in the future. -
National Education Technology Plan Released
In 2016, the The US Department of Education released the National Education Technology Plan. This plan set a vision for learning improvements due to technology in the United States. -
McGraw Hill Launches Textbook Rental Program
In 2018, McGraw Hill launched an innovative textbook rental program. This program created affordable options for students to have easy access to digital textbooks. -
Predictive Learning Analytics Launched
In 2019, Predictive Learning Analytics became a useful tool for educators. This technology based study consisted of collecting learner data to identify learners who may be at risk of failing. -
Schools Participate in Virtual Learning
Due to a covid-19 outbreak in 2020, many schools were under lockdown. Students unable to come to class. Many schools around the world started using virtual learning methods as a replacement for in-person meetings.