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College Course Materials Industry Confronts Changing Demand

In the last decade, the higher education publishing industry increasingly has inched its way into becoming a more digital enterprise.

by Kathy Mickey
October 6 2021
classroom
education

Addressing Learning Loss a Top Priority for Educators as Pandemic Continues

The COVID-19 virus has continued to plague school districts as they try to leave the era of remote learning and return to in-person schooling five days per week.

Back to School with Money and Masks

As the start of the 2021-2022 school year approached in August, school superintendents were focused on active learning, engagement and building deep connections, but found that COVID-19 continued to impact schools.

PreK-12 Instructional Materials Providers Focus on Digital as the Industry Reacts to Education Market Changes

One of the most interesting points about the pandemic is how it has propelled the transition to more digital learning in U.S. schools. The need for online products and services rose dramatically.

by Sarah Schmidt
June 28 2021
education
enrollment

Birth Rates Impact Enrollment and the Educational Resources Market

Birth rates in the U.S. were declining even before COVID-19, which looks to be another drag on them.

by Sarah Schmidt
May 21 2021
education
education funding
educational technology

Webinar Recap: The State of K-12 Education in 2021

Simba Information’s Managing Editor and Senior Analyst Kathy Mickey joined a panel in a recent webinar of experts by Westchester Education Services. Read how schools have adapted to educate students and support teachers during COVID-19 and what to expect as we look ahead to the new school year.

Companies Offer Guidance as Federal Stimulus Funding Flows

With the passage in March of a third COVID-19 relief bill, an unprecedented flow of money is coming to U.S. K-12 schools.

K-12 Focus in 2021: Getting Back to School

Expectations are that K-12 learning will take place in a mix of in-person, remote and hybrid models through the rest of the 20-21 school year. As a result, this blog covers some issues that Simba Information expects to play out in the coming year.