Multi-million dollar global prize challenge for #edtech solutions tackling issues in education & advancing #learningscience. Program of @renphil21.
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Better education tools need better data.
The Building Better Datasets track seeks high-quality education datasets to help researchers and developers build better evidence-based tools.
Have data that could move the field forward? Submit your abstract: tools-competition.org/27-dat…
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The Navigating Postsecondary Learning & Work track is seeking tools that help learners build the skills, connections, and support to successfully navigate learning and work in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Apply by October 13: tools-competition.org/27-pos…
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What if technology could make teaching more effective and sustainable?
The Strengthening Teaching track seeks tools that help educators make better instructional decisions, personalize learning, and reduce workload.
Submit an abstract by Oct. 13:tools-competition.org/27-tea…
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We're thrilled to see Tools Competition winners @ASSISTments & @TeachingLabHQ in the first cohort of @RenPhilanthropy's AI Talent Accelerator.
Learn more: renaissancephilanthropy.org/…
Meet the first cohort of the AI Talent Accelerator, an ambitious pilot providing custom technical partnership to help mission-driven organizations better harness AI.
More here: renaissancephilanthropy.org/…
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How do we ensure that AI complements the learning experience rather than becoming the focus of it? Our latest blog explores three 2026 Tools Competition winners using AI to support youth-driven inquiry, curiosity, and deeper thinking in science learning. tools-competition.org/ai-cur…
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Join us July 29 at 1:00 PM ET to hear how Lab-on-a-book, 2026 #ToolsCompetition winner, is expanding access to hands-on science learning through an AI-powered, low cost lab kit.
Register: form.fillout.com/t/dKa2W4cYH…
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The #ToolsCompetition winners at @PittCompSci are building a dataset of essays, instructor feedback, & office hours audio to benchmark #genAI for student writing support. Learn more: tinyurl.com/37y3e4rt
Stay tuned for the next #ToolsCompetition cycle launching in September.
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Announcing the winners of the 2026 #ToolsCompetition! 21 teams from 11 countries were awarded over $3+ million to reach 5 million learners and educators worldwide and advance #learningscience research. See who's leading the way. tools-competition.org/26-win…
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Meet the 16 finalists advancing postsecondary learning in this year’s #ToolsCompetition. Their work expands access to high-quality learning and strengthens pathways to career success.
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Introducing the 50 finalists for the 2026 #ToolsCompetition! Selected from 1,400+ teams, these innovators are tackling some of the biggest challenges in K-12 and postsecondary learning. Finalists will compete for more than $3 million. tools-competition.org/26-fin…
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What does accessible design look like in practice?
Join our webinar to hear practical insights and strategies from experts at Axim Collaborative and @CAST_UDL about applying UDL and user-centered design to build better #EdTech.
📅 Nov 21 | 12:00 pm ET
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Join us for a webinar, “User-Centered and Accessible Design for Impactful Ed Tech,” on November 21 at 12:00 pm ET!
Gain practical insights from experts on accessible design for more inclusive and effective #edtech tools.
Register now: toolscompetition.fillout.com…
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What’s next after large language models?
Join our “𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭: 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡” webinar to learn what agentic and reasoning-based systems mean for those building or using #EdTech.
📅 Nov 5 | 12:00 pm ET
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Join us for a webinar, “𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁: 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵,” on November 5th at 12:00 pm ET!
Hear from experts on how agentic systems and reasoning models are reshaping AI in learning.
Register now. toolscompetition.fillout.com…
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The #ToolsCompetition Accelerating K-12 Learning track is awarding prizes for tools that boost student outcomes, support teachers, and make learning more engaging and accessible for all.
Learn more and submit by October 15. tools-competition.org/26-acc…
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The #ToolsCompetition is awarding prizes for #EdTech tools at all stages of development:
💡Catalyst: $50k for early ideas
📈 Growth: $150k for platforms ready to scale
🌟 Transform: $300k for tools with >10k users
Learn more and submit here. tools-competition.org/26-ove…
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📣 The Tools Competition is now open!
We’re awarding $3+ million to breakthrough #EdTech solutions worldwide.
📌 Abstracts due Oct 15
📌 Tracks: K-12, Postsecondary, Datasets
📌 Prizes: $50K–$300K
Submit your abstract today. tools-competition.org/26-ove…
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Have a bold idea in #EdTech? The next cycle of the #ToolsCompetition is opening soon and will award millions in funding to breakthrough tools that advance learning outcomes.
Register for our virtual Launch Event on Sept 8 to learn more. tools-competition.org/26-lau…
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#ToolsCompetition winner LiteracyLeap by @Pratham_Intl and @f_quererte is an offline #ASR tool designed to assess children’s literacy levels, enabling targeted interventions for Colombian learners. Learn more: tools-competition.org/winner…
The next cycle launches in Sept. 2025!
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Announced today: the 3 winners of the #ToolsCompetition Dataset Prize! Winning tools will develop high-quality education datasets to support research and innovation, making education more equitable and impactful. Learn more about these teams. tinyurl.com/2km4wuv6
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