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Students at Purdue University are back fully in person this semester, and classrooms are especially packed as the university admitted its largest freshman class in its history.

“I might be one of the few people coming out of the COVID-19 situation with more friends,” said Karine Durand.

For homeless students, chronic absenteeism is dismayingly high.

Getting accurate information on who’s actually showing up for remote schooling can be troublesome and even misleading, given that many households lack the technology and resources to attend classes virtually. Students who otherwise showed up for class regularly are now unable to.

CodeCombat’s game teaches Python and JavaScript through puzzles and challenges, based on lessons learned from its limited classroom appeal.

17 new additions include top-tier universities around the globe

Income share agreements let students delay education payments until after securing a job, delaying revenue for schools.

EdSurge is the leading source for education technology news, research, and resources for educators, ed-tech entrepreneurs, and investors.

ISTE’s sponsorship of EdSurge has led to a decline in editorial quality, as the platform increasingly publishes sponsored content and less independent reporting. Critics argue this shift has diluted EdSurge’s credibility and focus on ed-tech innovation.

Jun 2026alexanderrusso.substack.comNews article

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) are merging to combine their expertise in K-12 professional development. ISTE focuses on integrating digital tools for teachers, while ASCD is a leading organization for curriculum and supervision support. The merger reflects the growing importance of technology in modern education.

Sep 2022Education WeekNews article

ISTE acquires EdSurge, combining a leading ed-tech professional society with a major ed-tech news platform. The move unites two influential organizations in the digital education sector. ISTE focuses on professional development and events, while EdSurge provides industry news and analysis.

Nov 2019MarketbriefNews article

Edsurge raises $2.5 million in venture capital to support its media coverage of education technology. The company previously received $1.45 million in grants from the Gates Foundation and Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Edsurge focuses on reporting trends and innovations in edtech for educators, investors, and entrepreneurs.

Dec 2018Who's Funding Education Technology?News article