EdTech, From Artificial Intelligence To Big Data, Is Shaping The Future Of Online Learning

Edtech, from artificial intelligence to cloud computing and augmented reality, is sweeping through the higher education sector. And as online learning providers continue to challenge the oldest and best-known institutions, the world's top business schools are racing to adopt cutting-edge learning technologies. "Innovations by vendors have led to the use of more advanced technologies such as simulations, cloud-based solutions, and AR," says Jhansi Mary, lead analyst at Technavio, the consultancy. At the forefront of the innovation wave is artificial intelligence, which has already permeated social media, stock picking and even transport. Advocates say AI can be applied in education through the tracking of students, to predict and optimize learning and performance.