ALTs in education
Market definitions of adaptive learning technologies
As mentioned earlier, many companies and educators use the term ‘adaptive learning’ loosely to describe their product or practice although they may have different implications. Since there are many ways to change how we teach to meet learner needs, "adaptive learning" has become an umbrella term.
In one framework developed by EdSurge in order to address this ambiguity, they define what they see as the most common categories of adaptive learning technologies: adaptive content, adaptive sequence, and adaptive assessment.
What are some Adaptive Learning Technologies being used right now?
fISHTREE
Allows teachers to build adaptive lessons using a variety of source content. For k-12, higher education and corporate.
Adaptations: Sequence
View: Fishtree Site
Success maker
Reading and math software for grades k-8 that provides individualized learning pathways.
Adaptations: Assessment, Sequence
View: SuccessMaker Site
ALEKS
A math assessment and tutoring system for k-12 and higher education.
Adaptations: Assessment, Sequence
View: ALEKS Site
duolingo
An adaptive language learning app and platform for learners of all ages.
Adaptations: Assessment, Sequence
View: DuoLingo Site
Simply piano
A piano learning app which listens to the player to provide instant feedback.
Adaptations: Content, Sequence, Assessment
View: Simply Piano Site
noom
A weight-loss / fitness app which teaches users about their consumption behaviours.
Adaptations: Content, Sequence
View: Noom Site