May 5, 2025 • 0 comments

Experience Is Everything and Human Connection Still Wins

Insights on Everything EdTech

Welcome to The EdTech Pulse, your ultimate guide to staying ahead of the curve with the latest trends and innovations in education technology, K-12, higher education, and workforce development. With each edition, we provide fresh industry news, insightful analysis, and valuable resources to empower you to make proactive, informed decisions. This month, we’re diving into the latest education news and exploring why human connection still matters—especially when it comes to onboarding. From funding shifts to the rise of AI in learning tools, plus insights on how personal support can turn users into loyal advocates, this issue is all about the experiences that shape EdTech success.

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Industry News

Funding
  • The proposed 2026 federal budget includes significant cuts to education and research funding. This has raised concerns among educators and researchers about long-term effects on access to education. Learn more here.
  • The end of pandemic-era mental health funding has schools on edge. With $1 billion in federal support for student mental health now expired, many districts are bracing for cuts to counseling and wellness programs listed here.
  • Ohio’s school bus mandate is straining public districts. A state law requires public schools to provide transportation to charter and private schools, stretching tight budgets. Explore what this means for public school resources here.
Innovation, Trends, & Tools
  • Duolingo is leaning into AI, and letting go of human contributors. The company recently replaced hundreds of content translators and voice actors with generative AI to cut costs, raising ethics concerns. Read more here.
  • Google is entering the language-learning game, with a twist. Its new AI-powered tool, Lisn, uses conversations and real-time feedback to help users practice speaking skills, positioning itself as a rival to Duolingo. Learn more here. 
  • According to EDUCAUSE’s 2025 survey, just 22% of university IT leaders say their institution is fully prepared for AI, highlighting a need for clearer educator training and clarity on institutional priorities. Read more here.

The Inside Scoop

A positive training experience doesn’t just support one user, it creates advocates who drive word-of-mouth growth and influence future purchases.

Featuring Jennifer Yanko, Project Manager at Partner in Publishing.

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Our onboarding services make it easy for your customers to get started and stay engaged. From planning and sign-up to training, follow-up, and ongoing support, we help you build trust, reduce friction, and set everyone up for success. Learn more here.

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