Education technology companies , such as edX , hp and Udacity , are using big data analytics to boost their teaching and student learning , say reports . " The potential is incredible - and we are just scratching the surface " , says FutureLearn & Simon Nelson . Another smart data providers help educators tailor learning is through using wearable technology ; wearable technology such as whizzy wristbands manufactured by start - ups like Fitbit , are already being deployed by the world 's top business schools .
Education technology companies, such as edX, Coursera and Udacity, are using big data analytics to boost their teaching and student learning, say reports. "The potential is incredible - and we are just scratching the surface", says FutureLearn CEO Simon Nelson. Another way data could help educators tailor learning is through using wearable technology; wearable tech such as whizzy wristbands created by start-ups like Fitbit, are already being deployed by the world's top business schools.