These 2018 education trends range from leader-curated book clubs to educational video game updates. Standouts in the realm of schooling and curriculum include Genius Owl, an extra-curricular rental space platform. The company specifically works with schools in need of extra funding and those with limited square footage to give kids an opportunity to connect and engage in safe learning environments.
When it comes to mobile learning tools, examples like Skroller stand out. The new classroom app specifically targets college students and aims to enforce better studying habits by streamlining course materials in one place. For those missing lectures, the app boasts crowd-sourcing features to help students get access to course notes from others willing to share.
The Wikipedia apparel by Advisory Board Crystals rounds off this list of 2018 education trends and marries style with a good cause. The casual statement tee boasts the web encyclopedia's iconic branding and can be purchased online with proceeds going to fund the website's operations.
For more education innovations in the year ahead, check out Trend Hunter's 2019 Trend Report.
Top 100 Education Trends in 2018
From Leader-Curated Book Clubs to Educational Video Game Updates:
Jana Pijak — Jan 13, 2019 — Social Good
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Co-Learning Concept Spaces
'Campfire Campus' Sets Itself Apart as Asia’s First Co-Learning Space
98
Interactive Book Club Subscriptions
'Little Feminist' Provides Kids with Hands-On Activities
97
Efficiently Built School Libraries
Dot Architects Uses an Open-Source Architecture Platform
96
Ultra-Modern Academic Glass Buildings
John Ronan Boasts an Airy Design for ITT's Kaplan Institute
95
Multi-Use Classroom Furniture Designs
Hertz Furniture Creates Pieces for the Next Generation
94
Online Encyclopedia-Inspired Apparel
The Wikipedia Collection by Advisory Board Crystals is Chic
93
Dynamic Rooftop Playgrounds
MAD Architects' Design Fuses Modernism with Traditional Architecture
92
Whimsical Family-Run Kid Shops
Treehouse Offers Eclectic Collections and Creative Spaces for Kids
91
Safety-Promoting Street Mats
Renault Romania's Doodle Mats are Illustrated and Customizable
90
Elegant Wooden-Accented Libraries
Snøhetta & Dialog Collaborated on the Public Library in Calgary
89
Women's Cannabis Platforms
Latitude Was Created to Share Real Stories of Women's Cannabis Use
88
Addict Caregiver Support Platforms
Online Resource for Caregivers of Opioid Addicts
87
Triplicate Kindergarten Designs
Sanhuan Kindergarten is Arranged in Three Interwoven Rings
86
Co-Branded Cause Apparel
Alexander Wang x Trojan Celebrates Pride Month Fashion & Health
85
Brightly Lit Transparent Buildings
CO Architects Features a Glazed Facility in Kansas City
84
Fashion Retailer Recycling Initiatives
ASOS' Leftover Fabrics are Used to Make Sanitary Pads
83
Upcycled Adaptable College Buildings
Neubau Uses a Compact Shipping Container as a Porters' Lodge
82
Donation-Encouraging Jewelry
Call It Spring x ME to WE is Socially Conscious & Aids Communities
81
Spacious Architectural Exhibit Centers
Tadao Ando Transforms a 1929 Building into a Public Space
80
Colorblocked Preschool Designs
This Preschool's Interior Stimulates Children with Vibrant Colors
79
Earth-Experiencing AR Models
This AR Earth Model by AstroReality Promotes Exploration & Learning
78
Design-Driven Modern Kindergartens
VMDPE Design Creates an Interior That is Geared Toward Children
77
Personal Happiness-Focused Schools
The Riverbend School Caters to the Needs of Modern Children
76
Fast Food Card Games
'Reel It In' is a Card Game for Kids Based on McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish
75
Hidden Creative Space Tours
Toronto Design Offsite's TO DO Tour Will Explore Geary Avenue
74
Portable Art Classroom Buses
Tumblewheel Studios Uses a Revamped Bus to Teach Art to Kids
73
Experiential Dyslexia Ads
This Facial Recognition Ad Intentionally Offers a Challenging Read
72
Maze-Like Academic Buildings
Behnisch Architekten Overhauls This 70s Building, Adding an Extension
71
Exciting Educational Music Videos
Ok Go are Turning Their Music Videos into Educational Tools
70
Braille-Teaching Toys
The BecDot Helps Blind and Visually Impaired Kids Learn Braille Early On
69
Sculptural State-of-the-Art Research Facilities
CF Møller's Maersk Tower Has a Star-Shaped Base
68
Simulated Dyslexia Ads
A Collection of McDonald's Dyslexia Ads Showcased Life with the Disability
67
Plush Child Nutrition Kits
This Kit Uses Koalas and Animated Cards to Gets Kids to Eat Right
66
Playful Purple-Accented Branding Identities
Crack the Code is a Programming School for Youth
65
Timber-Built Tiny Classrooms
The Emerge Cabin was Designed and Built in Three Weeks by Students
64
Classroom-Crowdsourcing Apps
This Classroom App Consolidates Coursework Information in One Place
63
High School eSports Leagues
The PlayVS Startup Wants to Use eSports as an Educational Tool
62
Crowdsourced Knowledge Databases
Symphosis Has Educational Decks from Experts in Different Fields
61
Science-Inspired Mixology Events
The Science of Cocktails Event Supports Student Field-Trips
60
Digital Back-to-School Shopping Platforms
Amazon Offers an Wide and Inclusive Variety of Supplies
59
Children-Informed Community Pavilions
Enorme Studio Taps into the Imagination of Children
58
Recycled Plastic Fashion Collections
adidas & Parley Teamed Up for a Sustainable Collaboration
57
Family-Centric Educational Lessons
The DaDaBaby E-Learning Service Appeals to Millennial Parents
56
Public Housing Museums
The National Public Housing Museum is Set to Preserve American History
55
VR Lecture Halls
Full Sail is Using the Rumii App to Help Online Students Better Interact in Class
54
Robotics Engineer Barbies
Barbie has Partnered with Tynker to Teach Kids About Coding
53
Perforated Ventilated School Buildings
Morphogenesis' Design Battles New Delhi's Harsh Climate
52
Nature-Informed University Buildings
John Wardle Architects Designs a Monash University Campus
51
Sculptural Warehouse-Style Art Schools
Franklin Azzi Architecture Works on an Art School in France
50
Free Teacher-Assisting Apps
Apple's Education App for Teachers Will Digitally Shift the Classroom
49
Supportive Student Apps
This App Directs Stricken Students to the Resources They Need
48
AR Wartime Collectibles
The Royal British Legion's AR Campaign Connects Young Audiences to History
47
AR Teaching Apps
'Hologo' Uses AR to Elucidate Complex Theories
46
Hacker Protection Manuals
'Watch Your Hack' Teaches People to Avoid Hackers
45
Extracurricular Rental Spaces
Genius Owl Provides Safe and Socially Engaging Environments for Kids
44
Free High-Tech Schools
Lambda School Offers Free Higher Education Until Graduates Get a Job
43
Financial Literacy Fun Boxes
inherQuests Helps Girls Develop Financial Literacy Through Play
42
Stigma-Breaking Naloxone Exhibits
This Toronto Design Offsite Exhibit Aims to Prevent Overdoses
41
Whiteboard Coding Robots
The Root is a Code-Teaching Robot that Recently Showcased at CES 2018
40
Contextualized Dictionary Apps
The Reverso App Uses Quizzes and Synonyms to Boost Language Skills
39
Inclusive Rooftop Urban Farms
Ryerson University's Farm Advocates for Sustainability and Tolerance
38
Delicate Urban School Buildings
Archimania's Design Boasts a Slatted Boxed Roof Sculpture
37
Back-to-School Course Promotions
Brit + Co Advertises Its Creative Classes in a Vibrant Newsletter
36
Fashion-Forward Earth Day Initiatives
Adidas, Parley & MLS Seek to Educate About Recycling
35
Personal Mentorship Platforms
'Openmind' Offers 1-to-1 Mentorship from Experts
34
Workplace Diversity Campaigns
HP's latest 'Reinvent Mindsets' Video Addresses the Latino Community
33
Social Experiment Restaurant Pop-Ups
The SAARTJ Restaurant Aims to Show Privilege in Society
32
Online Financial Education Courses
Community Spirit Bank Educates Students Through Money$mart
31
Educational Video Game Updates
Assassins Creed Discovery Mode Teaches Players Egyptian History
30
Promotional University Program Illustrations
Eric Pautz Develops an Illustrated Identity for UBC
29
Truthful Drug Education Programs
This US School is Using the Drug Policy Alliance Curriculum
28
Homelessness-Combating Social Businesses
More Than Words is a Boston Nonprofit with a Noble Vision
27
Educational Skateboard Facilities
Skateistan's Skateroom in Phnom Penh Empowers Children & Youth
26
Cyberbullying Education Platforms
Agree Online Helps Children with Online Conflict Resolution
25
3D-Printed School Meals
The Big Bang Fair Created Fun, Futuristic Meals for a Primary School
24
Dubai Women's Day Forums
The W Hotel Will Host the 'What She Said' Event for Inspiring Women
23
Cannabis-Oriented Event Curation Services
Mahogany Mary Centers Around Education and Entertainment
22
Political Teen Summits
The Teen Vogue Summit: Turn Up is Set to Empower Teens Seeking Change
21
Empowering Black Female-Centric Platforms
BLACKHER's Empowering Platform Advocates for Diversity
20
5G-Enhanced Learning Experiences
Verizon Developed ChalkTalk to Bring Global Teams Closer Together
19
Test-Taking Tech Features
Google Classroom Lock Mode Restricts Users to a Single Page
18
Community-Supporting Performance Running Wear
The FW18 Collection by DOXA Supports Kenyan Athletes
17
Scholarship Back-to-School Promotions
Staples Offers Support to Students with a Raffle Opportunity
16
Leader-Curated Book Clubs
Literati's Great Minds Edition Has Titles Picked by Influential People
15
Human Computer Interaction Labs
Human Media Lab Devises New Computing Interfaces for Unique Uses
14
Budget-Friendly School Extensions
The Buddhanimit Temple's New Dormitory Can Accommodate 40 Monks
13
Educational Holodeck Rooms
The Cognitive Immersive Room Teaches Language in a Technological Space
12
Live Student Reading Apps
Edji Shows Teachers Students' Annotations in Real Time
11
Architecture Outtake Talks
Toronto Design Offsite's TO DO Talks will Feature Aberrant Architecture
10
Anti-Abuse PSAs
Day One's Sunshine PSA Sheds Light on Emotional and Mental Abuse
9
In-App HIV Test Reminders
The New Grindr HIV Feature Reminds Users to Regularly Visit a Clinic
8
Diversity Expanding Architecture Camps
Hip Hop Architecture Camp Combines Music and Urban Planning
7
Interactive Software Platforms
Lumo Interactive's Displays Allow People to Make Their Own Content
6
Communal Homework Help Apps
Kosmos Lets Students Collaborate and Figure Out Homework Problems
5
Video Game-Inspired Scholarships
Senua's Scholarship Grows Education Alongside Mental Health
4
Climatic Vertical Universities
Nepal's Vertical University Will Have Campuses in Different Biomes
3
Intuitive Tactile Alphabets
'ELIA Frames' are Faster to Read and More Intuitive Than Braille
2
Digital Literacy Airplane Entertainment
The Free Educational Videos are on How Computers Work
1
Immersive Moon-Touring Videos
NASA Gives You a Tour of the Moon's Surface Area with Collected Data
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Housing Crisis-Addressing Compact Units
Grimshaw's Prefab Homes are Affordable Housing Solutions
Backyard Micro-Building Offices
The Lighthouse Office Offers a Cozy, Dedicated Space for Work
Contemporary Digital Nomad Cabins
The Mono Cabin Comes in Three Styles for Nomadic Living
Retro Video Game T-Shirts
The Uniqlo x Namco Nostalgic Collab Appeals to Geek Culture
Artist-Inspired Casual Tees
Uniqlo Debuts Another Drop of Its Creativity-Forward SPRZN NY Project
Memorable Digital Brand Identities
Zencargo Taps Ranganath Krishnamani for a Browser-Friendly Vibe
Sustainable Off-Grid Tiny Homes
Gray Organschi Architecture Collaborates with Yale Researchers
Personalized Party Cup Decor
These OMY Party Cups are Designed to Be Colored in and Customized
Energy-Harvesting Pavilion Concepts
Brooks + Scarpa Envisions a Structure That Captures Energy
Post-Impressionist Streetwear Designs
The Vans x Van Gogh Museum Offers Stylish Illustrated Shoes
Amusement Park-Themed Merchandise
Travis Scott's 'Astroworld' Line is Available for One Day Only
Prefabricated Homeless Housing Plans
Madworkshop & USC School of Architecture Design Modular Units
Celebratory Cannabis Legalization Campaigns
Tokyo Smoke & Common Good Release a Very Clever Video
Contemporary Earthquake-Resistant Buildings
Schmidt Hammer Lassen Designs a Library in New Zealand
Whimsical Holographic Design Identities
Obé Taps into Futura for a Sleek, Eye-Catching Aesthetic
Modular Prefabricated Timber Apartments
Bjarke Ingels Group Boasts a Connected & Affordable Design
Immersive eSports VR Spaces
Greenwall Aims to Be the First eSports-Focused VR Social Space
Compact Fully Customizable Homes
Yves Behar's Prefabricated Accessory Spaces are Flexible
Upcycled 3D-Printed Food
Elzelinde Van Doleweerd Makes Use of Food Waste for Future Meals
Co-Working Distillery Spaces
Kogaa's Rustic Workspace Takes Elements from a Decaying Structure
Minimalist Sporty Swimwear
'Left on Friday' Makes Comfortable Suits Influenced by Athletic Styles
Commercial 3D-Printed Housing Projects
'Project Milestone' Will Be Available Through Vesteda
Boldly Elegant Burger Branding
Daniel Freytag & Craig Anderson's Minimalist Design is Ultra-Sleek
Modern Industrial-Style Workspaces
Teatum + Teatum Designs a Space That is Multifunctional
Virtual Self-Care Apps
#SelfCare is a Healthcare App Focused on Mental Health and Relaxation
Design-Driven Graphic Disney Tees
Uniqlo's Latest Drop Channels Beloved Characters & Typography
Boomer-Targeted Cannabis Parties
Octavia Wellness Hosts Private Cannabis Parties for Boomers
Cannabis-Forward Clothing Lines
DOJA and Juliet Advocate for Canadians with Campaign Support
Immersive Eye-Tracking VR Headsets
The StarVR One VR Headset is Integrated with AMOLED Displays
WOC Beauty Hubs
Brown Beauty Co-Op Specializes in Organic Cosmetics for Women of Color
Size-Inclusive Activewear
Khloe Kardashian's Good American is Now Venturing into Activewear
Antimicrobial Activewear Bras
Ruby Ribbon's Sport Demiette Offers Comfortable, Wire-Free Support
Mental Health Awareness T-Shirts
Carhartt WIP & Compos Mentis Introduced a Range of Graphic Tees
Vintage-Inspired Disney Sneakers
Superga Pays Tribute to Mickey Mouse and the Roaring 20s
Architecturally Unzipped Pavilion Structures
Westbank & BIG Revive a Visually Stimulating Piece
Stylish Kid-Friendly Apartment Designs
SVOYA Studio Was Tasked in Arranging a Dynamic Family Home
Active Hemp Extract Supplements
The Oki Supplement Line is Made with Cannabis Ingredients
Canadian Cannabis Marketplaces
Lift & Co. Provides Customized and Accessible Information to Users
Empowering Sneaker Design Initatives
LeBron James and Nike Set the Spotlight on Women of Color
Spiky Recycled Pavilion Structures
The University of Stuttgart Challenges Architectural Boundaries
Experiential Dyslexia Ads
This Facial Recognition Ad Intentionally Offers a Challenging Read
Comfortable Sport-Ready Bodysuits
IMBŌDHI's Bodysuit Activewear Collections are Made in California
Colorful Inclusive Activewear Collections
Joe Fresh Boasts Empowerment with an Extended Capsule
Opioid Relapse Apps
The ResQ App Gamifies Addiction Control to Help Former Users Succeed
Maze-Like Academic Buildings
Behnisch Architekten Overhauls This 70s Building, Adding an Extension
Social Good-Oriented Gift Boxes
Packed with Purpose Offers Consumers Ethical Artisan Gift Boxes
Flower-Shaped Printed Abodes
WashU's 'Lotus House' Boasts a Sustainable, 3D-Printed Design
Sculptural State-of-the-Art Research Facilities
CF Møller's Maersk Tower Has a Star-Shaped Base
Nostalgic Pizza Bars
The Design of 'Pozza' Channels a 90s Vibe with a Modern Twist
Child-Resistant Cannabis Packaging
Duallok Keeps Children Out of Cannabis-Related Products
Anxiety-Reducing CBD Bath Bombs
ANTIDOTE CBD Bath Bombs Soothe Anxiety and Migraines
Colorfully Curved Installations
The Very Many Create a Lightweight Pavilion for a Leisure Center
Inflatable Sculpture Techniques
Oskar Zieta's Nawa Pavilion Has a Reflective and Wavy Exterior
Cannabis-Friendly Festival Experiences
Highland Events Offers a Unique "Legal Cannabis Experience"
Kid-Friendly Meal Kits
Little Cook Box is a Distinct Recipe Kit That Brings Kids into the Kitchen
Playground-Style Visual Art Exhibitions
Mikiya Kobayashi's 'Playscape' Has an Ageless Concept
Cartoon-Inspired Graphic Streetwear Apparel
BAPE Looks to Popeye for a Playful Graphic Collection
Robot-Made Wooden Benches
The University of British Columbia Has Robotically Fabricated Furniture
Children-Informed Community Pavilions
Enorme Studio Taps into the Imagination of Children
Alternative CBD Oils
The Real Scientific Humulus Oil Isn't Sourced from the Cannabis Plant
All-Natural CBD Candies
Lord Jones CBD Gumdrops Use Natural European Fruit Essence
Candid Homelessness Photography
Leah Denbok Captures Emotive Images of Those Living on the Street
Bright Organic Kid Collections
Hanna Andersson's Organic Children's Clothes are Playfully Printed
Diverse Cancer Awareness Platforms
Know your girls is a Health Resource for African American Women
Skin-Specific Cosmetic Brands
IMAN Cosmetics Focuses on Women of Color with Its #Melaninarmy
Soothing CBD Soft Drinks
The Botanic Lab CBD Botanical Tea is the UK's First CBD Soft Drink
Biomorphic Interior-Exterior Installations
Crystal Wagner's Art Has a Hybrid Construction Approach
Ethical Community-Empowering Clothing Lines
ASOS' Made in Kenya Line Supports the Community
Cultural Education Subscription Boxes
The 'Worldwide Buddies' Box Hopes to Fight Otherism
Childcare Establishing Start-Ups
The Helpr Start-up Helps Companies Build Effective Childcare
Community-Empowering Comic Book Covers
STATE Bags Raises Awareness with Black Women Comics
Borosilicate Glass Cannabis Essentials
Castor Design and Tokyo Smoke Create the Heirloom Stack
Nature-Informed University Buildings
John Wardle Architects Designs a Monash University Campus
Empowering Finance Fairytales
HSBC's Modern Fairy Tales Star Financially Independent Princesses
Recycled Paper Disaster Shelters
The Paper Partition System is Helping Evacuees of Flooding
Micro-Investment Finance Apps
'Bundil' Automatically Invests Your Space Change in Cryptocurrency
Sculptural Warehouse-Style Art Schools
Franklin Azzi Architecture Works on an Art School in France
The Strength in Fearlessness
Patrick Atkinson Gives a Talk on Combating Fear and Power in Service
Inclusive Bathhouse Concepts
Ruth Pearn Fights Period Poverty with Accessible Public Toilets
Multidisciplinary Entertainment Spaces
As a Multi-Functional Venue, Ypsilon Enjoys a Quirky Design
Creative Kid's Soup Packaging
Yelli Kids is Introducing Children to Exotic Flavors and Cultures
VR-Enabled Web Browsers
Google's Daydream VR Now Allows for Seamless Browser Access for Chrome
Weirdly Cheeky Branding Identities
A Group of Collectives Oversee the Visual Identity of BABOON
Multi-Storey High-Rise Home Concepts
Kwong von Glinow Proposes Vertical Housing for Hong Kong
Chinese Robot Teachers
The Keeko Robot is Being Used to Teach Chinese Kids Problem-Solving Skills
House-Shaped Modular Workspaces
Modern Working Culture is Expressed by Hawkins\Brown's 'Gantry'
VR Event Planning Tools
AllSeated's Virtual Reality Tool Helps to Visualize Venue Spaces
Holistic Health Recovery Apps
The 'AmpedRx' App is Focused on Physical and Mental Wellbeing
Edgy Dual-Colored Promotions
The Latin American Design Festival is Highlighted by Color & Type
Accessible Learning Robots
The AV-1 Robot Helps Sick Children Keep Up With Schoolwork
Whimsical Phygital Attractions
'Alice: The Return to Wonderland' is an Engaging, Interactive Park
Automated Investment Finance Apps
'FirstStep' Transforms Spending Habits into Savings
VR Museum Exhibitions
The Smithsonian Offers a Virtual Experience on a Social VR Platform
Childhood Literature Subscription Services
Amazon Prime Book Box for Kids Delivers Discount Books
Robust Industrial-Style Gallery Spaces
Assemble Converts a Public Swimming Pool into a Big Gallery
All-White Curvaceous Bookstores
The Zhongshu Bookstore Design Boasts a Spacious Interior
VR Viewfinder Apps
Toronto's CN Tower Viewfinder Brings the City to Life in Virtual Reality
Savory Medical Cannabis Pretzels
Auntie Delores' Savory Pretzels are a Low-Calorie Edible
Online Financial Education Courses
Community Spirit Bank Educates Students Through Money$mart
360-Degree VR Walking Platforms
The Omnifinity Omnideck Further Immerses Players in Games
Extra Pointy Metal Roofs
The Princeton Transit Hall Sports an Angular Roof by Studio Rick Joy
Metal-Clad Student Housing Projects
PPA Architecture Collaborates on a Industrial-Style Structure
Contemporary Art Gallery Architecture
Diller Scofidio + Renfro & Woods Bagot's Design is Modern
Underwater 360 VR Experiences
Barceló Hotels Arranges an Immersive Tour in the Canary Islands
Modern Classical Furniture
Matteo Pacella and Philippine Hamen Embrace Greco-Roman Architecture
Organized Finance-Optimizing Apps
'Astra' Helps You Efficiently Achieve Your Savings Goals
Exploratory Beauty Campaigns
The ASOS Face + Body Series Talks Identity, Gender & Beauty
Identifying Financial Behaviors
Tammy Lally's Keynote on Finance Separates Money from Self-Worth
Mental Health-Supporting Sleepwear
'Pjoys' is a Purpose-Driven, Sustainable Cotton Pyjama Brand
Behavioral Finance Solutions
'Bill Karma' Provides Pertinent Insights for Financial Well-Being
Budget-Friendly School Extensions
The Buddhanimit Temple's New Dormitory Can Accommodate 40 Monks
Kid-Focused Streaming Platforms
Amazon's FreeTime Unlimited Offers Plenty of Kid-Friendly Content
Inclusive Celebratory Donuts
Tim Hortons & Special Olympics Canada Create a Special Olympics Donut
Educational Holodeck Rooms
The Cognitive Immersive Room Teaches Language in a Technological Space
Corporate Mental Health Offerings
Spring Health Fouses on Employee Mental Health Services
Superhero Family Dramas
'Raising Dion' Showcases Family Struggles Through a Child with Superpowers
VR Drug Rehab Systems
Chinese Rehab Centers May Soon Use VR to Gauge Patient Progress