3 Must-Ask Questions Before Picking Your Next Learning App
How to evaluate EdTech like a pro.
When every learning app promises to be your Aladdin’s lamp for knowledge, how do you distinguish the true genies from the mere flickers?
While walking through the convention hall of SXSW Edu in Austin, exploring the latest learning technologies, I was captivated by the big promises each product seemed to hold for “transforming” our learning journeys.
It’s easy to get dazzled by the shiny user interfaces and interesting-looking features.
As a learning science nerd, I’ve dug deeper into neuroscience, brain research, and cognitive psychology to understand evidence-based principles that support learning.
In this article, you’ll get three short but crucial questions that you should ask (and answer) before investing in any learning product. These inquiries are designed to assist you in making informed decisions, whether you’re evaluating tools for educational institutions or personal use.
1) Is it Evidence-Based?
Ask the product team for the research or science behind their product. What research supports this product’s approach to solving the learning challenge it claims to address?
