These 2018 education trends range from leader-curated book clubs to educational video game updates. Standouts in the realm of schooling and curriculum include Genius Owl, an extra-curricular rental space platform. The company specifically works with schools in need of extra funding and those with limited square footage to give kids an opportunity to connect and engage in safe learning environments.
When it comes to mobile learning tools, examples like Skroller stand out. The new classroom app specifically targets college students and aims to enforce better studying habits by streamlining course materials in one place. For those missing lectures, the app boasts crowd-sourcing features to help students get access to course notes from others willing to share.
The Wikipedia apparel by Advisory Board Crystals rounds off this list of 2018 education trends and marries style with a good cause. The casual statement tee boasts the web encyclopedia's iconic branding and can be purchased online with proceeds going to fund the website's operations.
For more education innovations in the year ahead, check out Trend Hunter's 2019 Trend Report.
Top 100 Education Trends in 2018
From Leader-Curated Book Clubs to Educational Video Game Updates:
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Co-Learning Concept Spaces
'Campfire Campus' Sets Itself Apart as Asia’s First Co-Learning Space
98
Interactive Book Club Subscriptions
'Little Feminist' Provides Kids with Hands-On Activities
97
Efficiently Built School Libraries
Dot Architects Uses an Open-Source Architecture Platform
96
Ultra-Modern Academic Glass Buildings
John Ronan Boasts an Airy Design for ITT's Kaplan Institute
95
Multi-Use Classroom Furniture Designs
Hertz Furniture Creates Pieces for the Next Generation
94
Online Encyclopedia-Inspired Apparel
The Wikipedia Collection by Advisory Board Crystals is Chic
93
Dynamic Rooftop Playgrounds
MAD Architects' Design Fuses Modernism with Traditional Architecture
92
Whimsical Family-Run Kid Shops
Treehouse Offers Eclectic Collections and Creative Spaces for Kids
91
Safety-Promoting Street Mats
Renault Romania's Doodle Mats are Illustrated and Customizable
90
Elegant Wooden-Accented Libraries
Snøhetta & Dialog Collaborated on the Public Library in Calgary
89
Women's Cannabis Platforms
Latitude Was Created to Share Real Stories of Women's Cannabis Use
88
Addict Caregiver Support Platforms
Online Resource for Caregivers of Opioid Addicts
87
Triplicate Kindergarten Designs
Sanhuan Kindergarten is Arranged in Three Interwoven Rings
86
Co-Branded Cause Apparel
Alexander Wang x Trojan Celebrates Pride Month Fashion & Health
85
Brightly Lit Transparent Buildings
CO Architects Features a Glazed Facility in Kansas City
84
Fashion Retailer Recycling Initiatives
ASOS' Leftover Fabrics are Used to Make Sanitary Pads
83
Upcycled Adaptable College Buildings
Neubau Uses a Compact Shipping Container as a Porters' Lodge
82
Donation-Encouraging Jewelry
Call It Spring x ME to WE is Socially Conscious & Aids Communities
81
Spacious Architectural Exhibit Centers
Tadao Ando Transforms a 1929 Building into a Public Space
80
Colorblocked Preschool Designs
This Preschool's Interior Stimulates Children with Vibrant Colors
79
Earth-Experiencing AR Models
This AR Earth Model by AstroReality Promotes Exploration & Learning
78
Design-Driven Modern Kindergartens
VMDPE Design Creates an Interior That is Geared Toward Children
77
Personal Happiness-Focused Schools
The Riverbend School Caters to the Needs of Modern Children
76
Fast Food Card Games
'Reel It In' is a Card Game for Kids Based on McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish
75
Hidden Creative Space Tours
Toronto Design Offsite's TO DO Tour Will Explore Geary Avenue
74
Portable Art Classroom Buses
Tumblewheel Studios Uses a Revamped Bus to Teach Art to Kids
73
Experiential Dyslexia Ads
This Facial Recognition Ad Intentionally Offers a Challenging Read
72
Maze-Like Academic Buildings
Behnisch Architekten Overhauls This 70s Building, Adding an Extension
71
Exciting Educational Music Videos
Ok Go are Turning Their Music Videos into Educational Tools
70
Braille-Teaching Toys
The BecDot Helps Blind and Visually Impaired Kids Learn Braille Early On
69
Sculptural State-of-the-Art Research Facilities
CF Møller's Maersk Tower Has a Star-Shaped Base
68
Simulated Dyslexia Ads
A Collection of McDonald's Dyslexia Ads Showcased Life with the Disability
67
Plush Child Nutrition Kits
This Kit Uses Koalas and Animated Cards to Gets Kids to Eat Right
66
Playful Purple-Accented Branding Identities
Crack the Code is a Programming School for Youth
65
Timber-Built Tiny Classrooms
The Emerge Cabin was Designed and Built in Three Weeks by Students
64
Classroom-Crowdsourcing Apps
This Classroom App Consolidates Coursework Information in One Place
63
High School eSports Leagues
The PlayVS Startup Wants to Use eSports as an Educational Tool
62
Crowdsourced Knowledge Databases
Symphosis Has Educational Decks from Experts in Different Fields
61
Science-Inspired Mixology Events
The Science of Cocktails Event Supports Student Field-Trips
60
Digital Back-to-School Shopping Platforms
Amazon Offers an Wide and Inclusive Variety of Supplies
59
Children-Informed Community Pavilions
Enorme Studio Taps into the Imagination of Children
58
Recycled Plastic Fashion Collections
adidas & Parley Teamed Up for a Sustainable Collaboration
57
Family-Centric Educational Lessons
The DaDaBaby E-Learning Service Appeals to Millennial Parents
56
Public Housing Museums
The National Public Housing Museum is Set to Preserve American History
55
VR Lecture Halls
Full Sail is Using the Rumii App to Help Online Students Better Interact in Class
54
Robotics Engineer Barbies
Barbie has Partnered with Tynker to Teach Kids About Coding
53
Perforated Ventilated School Buildings
Morphogenesis' Design Battles New Delhi's Harsh Climate
52
Nature-Informed University Buildings
John Wardle Architects Designs a Monash University Campus
51
Sculptural Warehouse-Style Art Schools
Franklin Azzi Architecture Works on an Art School in France
50
Free Teacher-Assisting Apps
Apple's Education App for Teachers Will Digitally Shift the Classroom
49
Supportive Student Apps
This App Directs Stricken Students to the Resources They Need
48
AR Wartime Collectibles
The Royal British Legion's AR Campaign Connects Young Audiences to History
47
AR Teaching Apps
'Hologo' Uses AR to Elucidate Complex Theories
46
Hacker Protection Manuals
'Watch Your Hack' Teaches People to Avoid Hackers
45
Extracurricular Rental Spaces
Genius Owl Provides Safe and Socially Engaging Environments for Kids
44
Free High-Tech Schools
Lambda School Offers Free Higher Education Until Graduates Get a Job
43
Financial Literacy Fun Boxes
inherQuests Helps Girls Develop Financial Literacy Through Play
42
Stigma-Breaking Naloxone Exhibits
This Toronto Design Offsite Exhibit Aims to Prevent Overdoses
41
Whiteboard Coding Robots
The Root is a Code-Teaching Robot that Recently Showcased at CES 2018
40
Contextualized Dictionary Apps
The Reverso App Uses Quizzes and Synonyms to Boost Language Skills
39
Inclusive Rooftop Urban Farms
Ryerson University's Farm Advocates for Sustainability and Tolerance
38
Delicate Urban School Buildings
Archimania's Design Boasts a Slatted Boxed Roof Sculpture
37
Back-to-School Course Promotions
Brit + Co Advertises Its Creative Classes in a Vibrant Newsletter
36
Fashion-Forward Earth Day Initiatives
Adidas, Parley & MLS Seek to Educate About Recycling
35
Personal Mentorship Platforms
'Openmind' Offers 1-to-1 Mentorship from Experts
34
Workplace Diversity Campaigns
HP's latest 'Reinvent Mindsets' Video Addresses the Latino Community
33
Social Experiment Restaurant Pop-Ups
The SAARTJ Restaurant Aims to Show Privilege in Society
32
Online Financial Education Courses
Community Spirit Bank Educates Students Through Money$mart
31
Educational Video Game Updates
Assassins Creed Discovery Mode Teaches Players Egyptian History
30
Promotional University Program Illustrations
Eric Pautz Develops an Illustrated Identity for UBC
29
Truthful Drug Education Programs
This US School is Using the Drug Policy Alliance Curriculum
28
Homelessness-Combating Social Businesses
More Than Words is a Boston Nonprofit with a Noble Vision
27
Educational Skateboard Facilities
Skateistan's Skateroom in Phnom Penh Empowers Children & Youth
26
Cyberbullying Education Platforms
Agree Online Helps Children with Online Conflict Resolution
25
3D-Printed School Meals
The Big Bang Fair Created Fun, Futuristic Meals for a Primary School
24
Dubai Women's Day Forums
The W Hotel Will Host the 'What She Said' Event for Inspiring Women
23
Cannabis-Oriented Event Curation Services
Mahogany Mary Centers Around Education and Entertainment
22
Political Teen Summits
The Teen Vogue Summit: Turn Up is Set to Empower Teens Seeking Change
21
Empowering Black Female-Centric Platforms
BLACKHER's Empowering Platform Advocates for Diversity
20
5G-Enhanced Learning Experiences
Verizon Developed ChalkTalk to Bring Global Teams Closer Together
19
Test-Taking Tech Features
Google Classroom Lock Mode Restricts Users to a Single Page
18
Community-Supporting Performance Running Wear
The FW18 Collection by DOXA Supports Kenyan Athletes
17
Scholarship Back-to-School Promotions
Staples Offers Support to Students with a Raffle Opportunity
16
Leader-Curated Book Clubs
Literati's Great Minds Edition Has Titles Picked by Influential People
15
Human Computer Interaction Labs
Human Media Lab Devises New Computing Interfaces for Unique Uses
14
Budget-Friendly School Extensions
The Buddhanimit Temple's New Dormitory Can Accommodate 40 Monks
13
Educational Holodeck Rooms
The Cognitive Immersive Room Teaches Language in a Technological Space
12
Live Student Reading Apps
Edji Shows Teachers Students' Annotations in Real Time
11
Architecture Outtake Talks
Toronto Design Offsite's TO DO Talks will Feature Aberrant Architecture
10
Anti-Abuse PSAs
Day One's Sunshine PSA Sheds Light on Emotional and Mental Abuse
9
In-App HIV Test Reminders
The New Grindr HIV Feature Reminds Users to Regularly Visit a Clinic
8
Diversity Expanding Architecture Camps
Hip Hop Architecture Camp Combines Music and Urban Planning
7
Interactive Software Platforms
Lumo Interactive's Displays Allow People to Make Their Own Content
6
Communal Homework Help Apps
Kosmos Lets Students Collaborate and Figure Out Homework Problems
5
Video Game-Inspired Scholarships
Senua's Scholarship Grows Education Alongside Mental Health
4
Climatic Vertical Universities
Nepal's Vertical University Will Have Campuses in Different Biomes
3
Digital Literacy Airplane Entertainment
The Free Educational Videos are on How Computers Work
2
Intuitive Tactile Alphabets
'ELIA Frames' are Faster to Read and More Intuitive Than Braille
1
Immersive Moon-Touring Videos
NASA Gives You a Tour of the Moon's Surface Area with Collected Data
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Curated Back-To-School Campaigns
JD Debuts the New Start Fresh Back-To-School Campaign
AI Homework Helping
EduBrain AI Homework Helper Combines Tech with Real-World Assistance
AI-Powered Styling Apps
StyleHack Changes the Way People Dress with AI Style Analysis
GenAI Eyewear Shows
Innovative Eyewear Launched the First Generative AI Fashion Show for Eyewear
AI-Based Football Predictions
Field Vision Debuts Field Vision Sports, a New Curated App
AI Reading Tools
Interstand Chrome AI Reading Assistant Changes Interactions with Digital Content
Personalized Video Course Generators
Studia AI Creates Tailored Courses With a Single Prompt
Elite Authenticator Programs
Vestiaire Académie Fights Counterfeit Goods with Specialized Training
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
GenAI Student Assistants
Cengage's Student Assistant Supports Higher Education Students
Classroom-Ready AR Eyewear
The Adventure Whale AR Glasses by SHS Shih are Child-Focused
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Next-Gen News Apps
Shades is a News and Culture App for Gen Z and Gen Alpha
Modern Bookworm-Inspired Capsules
Indigo Debuts its Book Club Collection
Beauty Innovation Contests
Estée Lauder Launches The Catalysts Program
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
AI-Powered Cultural Trend Tools
Huge's Culture Decoder Uses AI to Understand Cultural Trends
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Virtual Reality Education Products
Meta is Launching a New Quest Product to Enhance Classrooms
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
AI-Powered Teaching Assistants
Cornell Uses an AI Co-Lecturer to Make Content Digestible
Financial Coloring Books
Chime Boasts Activities for Financial Progress Month
AI Book Assistants
BookNote.AI Can Explore the Contents of Any Book to Streamline Education
AI Educational Platforms
GoodLearns' AI Roadmap Builder creates personalized learning paths
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
AI-Powered Course Creation
EverLearns Uses AI to Create Any Course in 5 Minutes
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Teen Skincare Hubs
Indu 101 Educates, Empowers and Inspires Young Beauty Consumers
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Supportive Back-to-School Campaigns
Staples Canada Has Unveiled Its 2024 Back-to-School Campaign
Generative AI-Enhanced Education Tools
Pearson Doubles Down on Its Use of Generative AI
AI-Powered Learning Platforms
Echo360’s AI-Powered EchoVideo Platform is Gaining Recognition
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Immersive EdTech Platforms
Discovery Education's Sandbox AR Platform Surpassed 1 Million Downloads
New-Generation Artful Urban Hubs
IED and CampusX Join Forces on the Pixel Project
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
Branded Education Engagement Reports
The LEGO Education Report Offers a Look into the Classroom
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Image-Based Homework Help
Answer Lens Can Uses AI to Answer Homework Questions with a Photo
Quick-Learning Coding Lessons
Codeo Describes Itself as the "Duolingo" for Coders
Expanded Music Course Libraries
Duolingo and Sony Music Add New Songs to its Music Course
Digital Fashion Academies
CLO Academy Teaches Basic & Specialized Topics in Digital Fashion Design
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Engaging AI-Powered Reading Apps
Ello Upgrades Its AI-Powered Reading App with a Storytime Feature
Personalized AI Tutoring
Lune AI Allows Tutoring to Happen Anywhere, Anytime
Personalized AI Learning Assistants
The Wizzy AI Answers Questions on Any Subject
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Educational Book Summary Apps
Bookster Let's People Understand Books in Just 15 Minutes a Day
English-Learning Language Apps
Wannalisn Teaches Users English Using Pop Cuture Clips and Memes
AI-Powered Historical Chat Apps
Hello History Facilitates Conversations with Influential Figures
Gen Z Slang Translators
Great Clips' Student Slang Translators Prepare Parents for Back-to-School
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Dream Dorm Design Courses
Command Brand & Hannah Brown Inspire Students with "Delulu Design"
Candy-Inspired School-Centric Campaigns
Smarties® Debuts the Playful Smarties® U Campaign
Personalized Education Platforms
9raya AI Offers Personalized Learning for Different Students
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Educational Scroll-Style Applications
Revyze is a New TikTok-Style Education App for the Youth
STEM Education Classroom Robots
The Sphero BOLT+ Works in Three Programming Modes
Interactive Music Course Subscriptions
Strybo Digital Offers a Course Platform for £9.99
AI Search Engines
OSO AI Scans Text Across the Expanse of the Internet
Gamified Nighttime Reading
StoryMate Let's Parents Set Reading Goals for Their Children
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Skaldic is an App for Curious Minds
Cybersecurity Education Platforms
Cyberplace Helps People Understand the New Tech Landscape
Social Media Forecasting Tools
WGSN TikTok Analytics Harness Data, Insights and More
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
AI Financial Education Games
Go Boldly Empowers Players with Financial Tools and Tips
Immersive Language-Learning Tools
VisionFlow Transforms Spoken English Learning with Talkit
Engaging Quiz-Making Tools
Quiz Wizard AI Turns Videos, Docs, Blogs, and More Into a Quiz
Student-Specific Real-World Freelance Projects
Upwork Partners with Podium Education
Personalized AI Quiz Games
Braincast is Like Duolingo for Personalized Quizzes Based on PDFs
Creator Economy Tool Directories
Creator Economy Tools Offer Over 1,000 Resources
Comprehensive Online Learning Platforms
Varsity Tutors for Schools Offers Free Tools to Schools
AI Student Learning Tools
Coursable Projects Extracts Insights to Create Flashcards, Notes, & More
Bold Bird-Inspired Clog Designs
Crocs Teams Up with Duolingo on a New Clog Collaboration
Enhanced Medical Education Programs
Wiley Works to Expand Its Reach Through a New Partnership
Personalized AI Learning Tools
From Interactive Quizzes to AI Summaries, Earnie is a Learning Tool
Early Literacy Campaigns
Leapfrog Launched the Everything Starts with Reading Campaign
Anti-Distraction Studying Apps
The 'StudyBug' Study Platform Offers AI-Enabled Assistance
AI Content Course Generators
EverLearns Transforms Content Into Courses in Five Minutes
AI-Powered Course Creation
Course Creativ Provides Robust Solutions for Website and Landing Pages
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Personalized AI Learning
Offthreadr AI Distills Complex Topics Right in Your Inbox
AI Reading Companion Catalogues
Ello Launches an Educational App, Powered by Adaptive Learn
Music App Learning Courses
Spotify Courses Will Offer Video Based Learning Based on 4 Categories
Emotional Awareness Apps
Crown Institute Debuts an Emotional Learning App Inspired by Inside Out
Inspirational Learning Management Tools
'Get Inspired' Offers Digestible Snippets of Content
AI-Powered Academic Writing Tools
Quillword Helps Produce More Research-Focused Writing
Education-Enhancing Chatbot Services
The 'Stretch' Chatbot Offers Resources For K-12 Educators
AI-Powered Learning Platforms
WisdomPlan Offers Personalized Learning Pathways
Open-Source AI Tutors
Evelyn Provides Educators with Versatile Tools to Engage Students
Content-Based Digital Tools
Metafy Debuts New Digital Products for Creators to Use for Content
Educator Resource Sharing Platforms
Elemedu Offers a Community For Elementary Teachers
Interactive Educational Platforms
Nealfun.pro Offers Fun and Engaging Web Experiences for All
Student Support AI Tools
Student AI Helps Students Study Smarter
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
In-App Educational Video Courses
Spotify Rolls Out Educational Videos in the UK Market
AI Testing Tutors
Everlyn AI Offers 24/7 Tutors to Teach, test, and Help Students
Streamlined AI Educational Tools
Educator AI Helps Both Teachers and Students Excel
AI Quiz Generators
Quiz Genie Uses AI To Create Quizzes On Any Topic in Under a Minute
Parenting Course Apps
Tiny Souls Media Debuts Zip and the Tiny Sprouts Alongside a Parenting Tool
Minimalist Social Media
Othrys Provides Social Media Optimized for Learning and Productivity
Niche Subgenre Aggregators
Dark Akademia is a Curated Platform for Everything Aesthetic
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
Curated Website Suggestions
Curation of Curations Finds the Best Sites Based on Your interests
Personalized AI Storytelling Apps
Story Creator AI Takes Aspects From a Child's Personality
Gamified Spelling Bee Preparation
RoBee Helps Spellers Master Challenging Words for Competition
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
Virtual STEM Fieldtrips
Panasonic, Katie Ledecky & Discovery Education Spotlight STEM Innovations
Immersive Virtual Bookstores
Shepherd Let's Book Lovers Browse Virtual Shelves to Discover Books
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
Inclusivity-Enhancing Campaigns
Timekettle Aims to Break Down Language Barriers in Schools
Parental Guidance Shopping Apps
The 'Auggie' App Connects Experienced Parents to New Ones
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Reward-Based Empowerment Platforms
Learn It Live Launches the Learn, Earn, and Win Program
Self-Paced Goal Setting Apps
Attayn Live Helps Users to Monetize Their Knowledge
Vocabulary Trainer Applications
TurboTerms Streamlines the Process of Studying Vocabulary
Educational Esports Platforms
ESIC Unveils the Esports Integrity Education Platform and Tutorial
Storytelling Learning Platforms
Study Tale Offers Interactive Stories for Students
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
AI Lecture Recap Tools
JustRecap Provides Key Insights in Minutes
Interactive Challenge Platforms
Join and Witness Online Challenges in One Place, at Tigbar
AI-Powered Safety Training
UpSkill Teaches Children Safety with Scenario Based Training and AI
eBook-Creating Content Platforms
'Ebookany' Transforms Web Content into an eBook
Exclusive Spelling Games
Apple News+ Launched Quartiles Just for Its Subscribers
Youth-Targeted Reading Tournaments
311Literacy Debuts the Great Reading Tournament
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
Dynamic Quizzing Experiences
Qwhiz Offers Daily Fun and Leaderboards to Compete with Friends
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Workplace Learning Tools
Lifeskylls is a SaaS Product That Helps Young Professionals Learn Skills
Personalized Learning Companions
Menteor is a Vibrant Online Platform for Peer-to-Peer Support
Efficient Personalized Idea Newsletters
Sofon Curates Personalized Insights From Numerous Sources
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
AI Quiz Makers
Text 2 Quiz Creates Quizzes out of PDFs to Help Study a Topic
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite
Interactive Online Learning Platforms
LabEx Uses AI and Powerful Learning Models to Drive Results
Joyfully Curated Homepages
Curations.club is a Digital Platform to Share What You Love
Comprehensive Study Solutions
InClass Keeps a Student's Assignments and Reminders in One Place
Study Strategy Collections
YapStudy Offers a Collection of Different Study Techniques