Ed Tech Timeline

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    Educational Technology Development

  • Launch of the iPad

    Launch of the iPad

    Very user-friendly and versatile tablet that revolutionized educational technology. Deemed a "magical and revolutionary" moment in technological development.
  • Skype in the Classroom was Created

    Skype in the Classroom was Created

    Designed to connect students to international experiences and increase their cultural awareness
  • Increasing Popularity of Khan Academy

    Increasing Popularity of Khan Academy

    Founded in 2008, Khan Academy users began to grow exponentially while founder Sal Khan was named to TIME 100 Most Influential People List
  • Google Classroom Launches

    Google Classroom Launches

    Google Classroom was founded as a classroom management platform for teachers and students, becoming increasingly popular during the Covid-19 pandemic.
  • Google Expeditions Founded

    Google Expeditions Founded

    Google Expeditions, a VR tool allowing teachers to take students on field trips around the world, launched and brought VR into the classroom.
  • Launch of Quizlet Learn

    Launch of Quizlet Learn

    Quizlet Learn expanded the already wildly-successful study app and helped to increase the methods in which students can learn
  • Duolingo Becomes the Most Downloaded Education App

    Duolingo Becomes the Most Downloaded Education App

    Helps normalize language learning in game form
  • Zoom Becomes a Worldwide Phenomenon

    Zoom Becomes a Worldwide Phenomenon

    The Covid-19 Pandemic popularizes the meeting site, making it regular practice for students around the world who moved to remote learning