Apps designed for children are often labelled as "educational," but a growing body of research indicates that many popular apps fail to meet the established criteria for educational value. Studies evaluating their design, assessing their impact on children's learning, and analyzing data handling practices reveal significant shortcomings. This needs to change!
A free mentorship program
We offer a mentorship program designed to enhance educational app development by connecting producers with leading researchers. Recognizing that many developers lack access to expert guidance, we provide 5-10 hours of FREE, personalized feedback from highly skilled graduate students. This tailored support includes advice on app design, educational efficacy, and user engagement strategies, ensuring that products meet high educational standards.
We make sure to match graduate students and companies by domain, so that when a company is focused on executive functioning, the graduate student has a strong background in that area. This targeted approach ensures that the mentorship is not only relevant but also impactful, as the graduate students bring specialized knowledge and insights that directly address the specific challenges faced by the company. By fostering these tailored partnerships, we enhance the development process, allowing for more effective educational solutions that truly benefit children’s learning outcomes.
Developers can easily sign up for mentorship, while academics interested in sharing their expertise can register as mentors. We also provide longer, paid children’s app consultancy services.
