EdTech Innovation Network
A collaborative approach to improving learner outcomes
Collaboration for Better Learner Outcomes
The EdTech Innovation Network is an engagement framework for innovative education providers to partner with ambitious EdTech entrepreneurs and world-class education researchers committed to reimagining learning in the digital age through a collective impact program.
Education is changing at a rapid rate. To address our greatest challenges, we need educators willing to push boundaries, entrepreneurs willing to invest and the guidance of leading researchers to critically evaluate a theory of change.
“We are committed to the idea that today’s emergent educational technologies have the potential to dramatically reshape our future education ecosystem to address society’s challenges.”
“Working with Australia’s EdTech Industry Hub to significantly impact the way that EdTech is designed and deployed across the sector is such a great opportunity.”
— Professor Simon Barrie
Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic), Western Sydney University
The EdTech Innovation Network framework is designed to facilitate the engagement between committed partners beginning with co-design, moving to small-scale testing and ultimately efficacy analysis to ensure maximum impact for learners.
The Network is an annual program with defined actions to ensure focus, drive outcomes and deliver outsized impact.
Why Join the EdTech Innovation Network?
The EdTech Innovation Network will create a community committed to the role of digital technology in education. By fostering cross-sector partnerships and leveraging the expertise of its members, the network will support the development of innovative EdTech solutions grounded in evidence and with demonstrable impact on learners.
The EdTech Innovation Network consists of 4 key stakeholders who bring their own expertise to the table:
Education providers
- Connect with the EdTech innovation sector in a structured and controlled model whilst solving challenges facing all education institutions.
- Showcase your institution’s innovation whilst contributing to the development of the next generation of EdTech tools within the context of the national conversation
Educators
- Ensure the voice of teachers, academics and educators is at the centre of the EdTech conversation.
- Bring your expertise to the EdTech sector through structured feedback, real-world testing and efficacy studies.
- Ensure real-life practice is reflected in EdTech solutions.
EdTech entrepreneurs
- EdTech companies will build collegiate relationships with educators and education researchers.
- Develop a record of evidence for their EdTech solution via feedback, proof of concept and efficacy analysis.
- Contribute to the national conversation on education innovation.
Researchers
- Drive the Australian research to practice dialogue in EdTech.
- Guide the development, whilst building the capacity of EdTech companies to deliver products grounded in research and evidence.
- Build industry connections across the spectrum of EdTech companies; startups, scaleups and established Companies.
Interested in joining the EdTech Innovation Network?
Educators and EdTech entrepreneurs are invited to join us for a webinar to learn more about the EdTech Innovation Network and how you can be part of conversation.
Partners
Western Sydney University (WSU) is ranked amongst the top two percent of universities in the world and shares EduGrowth’s vision of dramatically accelerating Australia’s EdTech ecosystem. EduGrowth is delighted to partner with WSU to co-develop the EdTech Innovation Network for improved learner outcomes.
Collaboration through action
Voice of educators
Real-world testing
EdTech efficacy research
The Framework
The framework consists of five core elements:
Community of Practice Working Group
Quarterly roundtable operating as a leadership forum focused on thought leadership. Guest speaker followed by facilitated discussion to produce thought leadership content.
Feedback Loop & Mentoring Connections
Formal connection between EdTech entrepreneurs, educators and sector leaders to support personal development within the context of their EdTech startup.
Proof of Concept
8-12 week structured implementation program to show the impact of an EdTech solution in the context of the target learner.
Pilot Programs
3-6 month structured research program with education researcher support to document the efficacy of the EdTech product being deployed.
Innovation Symposium
Annual symposium to share the innovation being deployed and amplify the narrative for all participants.
Innovation Symposium
Annual symposium to share the innovation being deployed and amplify the narrative for all participants.
Pilot Programs
3-6 month structured research program with education researcher support to document the efficacy of the EdTech product being deployed.
Interested in joining the EdTech Innovation Network?
Educators and EdTech entrepreneurs are invited to join us for a webinar to learn more about the EdTech Innovation Network and how you can be part of conversation.
For Educators
Ensure the voice of teachers, academics and educators is at the centre of the EdTech conversation.
10 OCTOBER | 11AM – 12PM
EdTech Innovation Network Briefing for Educators
Join us for a webinar on 10 October where we will share more details about the EdTech Innovation Network and how you can participate and answer any questions.
For EdTech Entrepreneurs
Be part of the national conversation on education and develop a record of evidence for your EdTech solution.
11 OCTOBER | 11AM – 12PM
EdTech Innovation Network Briefing for EdTech Entrepreneurs
Join us for a webinar on 11 October where we will share more details about the innovation Network and how you can participate and answer any questions.
Express Your Interest
Already saw the webinar? Express your interest and a member of the EduGrowth team will be in touch.
News & Updates
The latest news, updates, case studies and program stories.
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