Once a source of student distraction, gadgets now act as digital learning tools
Implications - Technology is often blamed for shortening the attention spans of students and distracting them from their studies. More gadgets, however, are crossing the line between attention-diverting nuisances and education-enhancing tools. Perfect for today’s digital-savvy students, these tech learning devices not only improve the learning experience, but also make it a more engaging one.
Trend Themes
1. Tech-enabled Education - Technology is no longer seen as a distraction in schools and is actually being embraced as a way to improve the learning experience.
2. Disguised Electronics - As electronics become more advanced and refined, there is an opportunity for companies to manufacture products that deceive and hide expensive technologies.
3. Digital-native Learning Tools - Incorporating digital learning tools into education helps to appeal to the tech-savvy, eco-conscious and modern generation.
Industry Implications
1. Edtech - Educational technology is an industry that's thriving as schools embrace digital-native learning tools.
2. Consumer Electronics - As electronics become more refined and advanced, there is an opportunity for companies to develop products that deceive and hide expensive technologies, appealing to wary consumers.
3. Stationery - The digital takeover in art and literature has created a niche market of consumers interested in traditional and vintage products and designs like digitally-inspired papers or academic laptop skins.
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May 10 — Jan 11
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