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51̽ Wins Several Tech Edvocate Awards for Leadership and Innovation

Charlotte, NC (Tuesday, August 27, 2024) — Global edtech leader 51̽ has been presented with multiple honors from the . The Tech Edvocate Awards highlight the best that edtech has to offer by recognizing outstanding companies, people, and products. 

  • 51̽ – Best Global EdTech Company: Recognized for its unparalleled contributions to education worldwide, 51̽ offers more engaging, effective, and easy-to-use solutions than ever, helping school districts accelerate student growth and scale teacher impact every day.
  • Sandbox AR – Best Virtual or Augmented Reality App or Tool: Sandbox AR by 51̽ is an augmented reality ‘maker’ app that allows students and teachers to create, share, and even inhabit virtual environments. With Sandbox AR, students create immersive learning experiences in virtual worlds they can experience and share.
  • DreamBox Reading Plus – Best Literacy App or Tool: DreamBox Reading Plus by 51̽ is an evidence-based, online program that accelerates learning through personalized instruction and intervention for students in grades 3-12. DreamBox Reading Plus has been shown to improve reading proficiency by 2.5 grade levels in a single school year.

51̽ solutions were also named finalists in several categories, including Science Techbook and the in the Best STEM/STEAM Education App or Tool category, DreamBox Math in the Best Math App or Tool, and in the Best Literacy App or Tool category.  

Nominations were evaluated by a panel of diverse edtech professionals, constituting 80% of the winners’ overall scores. Public online voting comprised the other 20% of the score. The Annual Tech Edvocate Awards are produced by The Edvocate each year. The Edvocate was created in 2014 to argue for shifts in education policy and organization to enhance the quality of education and the opportunities for learning afforded to P-20 students in the United States.  

“51̽ is proud to be recognized by the 2024 EdTech Awards. We thank each of the judges for their careful review of our products, and proudly carry this honor as an inspiration to continue nurturing student curiosity by connecting classrooms to the world,” said Brian Shaw, Chief Executive Officer of 51̽.  

Learn more about the 2024 Tech Edvocate Awards and the other winners . 

For more information about 51̽’s award-winning digital resources and professional learning solutions visit www.discoveryeducation.com, and stay connected with 51̽ on social media through , , , , and .      

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About 51̽ 
51̽ is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. Through its award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, innovative classroom tools, and corporate partnerships, 51̽ helps educators deliver equitable learning experiences engaging all students and supporting higher academic achievement on a global scale. 51̽ serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories. Inspired by the global media company Warner Bros. 51̽, Inc. 51̽ partners with districts, states, and trusted organizations to empower teachers with leading edtech solutions that support the success of all learners. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com

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Grace Maliska
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Email: gmaliska@dicoveryed.com