With the back-to-school season just around the corner, the September 2016 education trends reveal that there are major changes in the way students of all ages are learning. Indeed, students from kindergarten to college are now using technology to enhance their academic experience in unexpected ways.
When it comes to young children, mobile apps are quickly becoming powerful classroom tools. For instance, the ihomework 2 app gives students a visual platform for organizing upcoming projects and assignments. Similarly, SkoolHub is a classroom-based app that helps remove communication barriers between teachers, students and parents.
As expected, technology is also changing the academic experience at the college level as well. As the September 2016 education trends reveal, college students are using new technology both inside and outside of the classroom to improve their knowledge. Some examples of these tech-oriented tools include 3D-printed anatomy kits, virtual campus platforms and online textbook rentals.
Top 40 Education Ideas in September
From Homework-Organizing Apps to Collegiate Computer Campaigns:
Katherine Pendrill — Sep 24, 2016 — Social Good
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Candy-Themed Coding Games
The 'Glicode' App is Pocky's Attempt to Teach Kids about Coding
38
3D-Printed Anatomy Kits
Researchers are Using Lifelike Models for Medical Teaching
37
Climate Change Video Games
'ECO' is an Environmental Game for Children by Strange Loop Games
36
Theological Debate Apps
The Atheos App Helps Atheist Debate God's Existence With Believers
35
Apocalyptic Antarctic Apps
This Interactive Game Spells Out the Plight Of Antarctica's Penguins
34
Educational VR Mapping Games
'Verne: The Himalayas' Teaches Kids About the Eastern Mountain Range
33
Immersive Online Campus Tours
Princeton Offers Online Tours for People Who Cannot Attend In Person
32
Green Urban Planning Games
Urban Climate Architect Lets Players Build and Protect Their City
31
Educational Shark Books
'Smart About Sharks' Teaches Kids and Adults Fun Shark Facts
30
Online College Textbook Retailers
RedShelf is Working to Reduce the Cost of Academic Textbooks
29
Linguistically Derived Translators
The Ludwig Search Engine Helps Users Write English Phrases
28
Data Social Networks
Data.wold is a Collaborative Social Site Specifically for Data Scientists
27
Augmented Reality History Apps
This Pokemon Go-Inspired App Helps You Get To Know Moscow
26
3D-Printed Campus Maps
This Tactile Braille College Map Was Designed for the Visually Impaired
25
Culture-Connecting Kiosks
The American Museum of Natural History Uses Digital Totems to Share Data
24
Campus Beekeeping Programs
MacEwan University is Raising Bees on Top of Campus Buildings
23
Viral Game College Courses
This College Offers a Class on Pop Culture Games Like Pokemon Go
22
Flexible Online Private Schools
'Virtual Learning Academy' Students Equal Peers in Physical School
21
Drone Piloting Courses
Japan's Vantan High School is Running a Program on Drone Operation
20
Online Vocabulary Tests
Ghent University's English Vocabulary Test Poses Real and Fake Words
19
Celebratory Mars Rover Games
'Mars Rover' is a Cute Simulation of the Curiosity Rover's Mission
18
Virtual Reality Certificates
Students at Cogswell Polytechnical College Can Now Specialize in VR
17
Automated Peer Assessment Platforms
Danish Startup Peergrade Helps Teachers Manage Peer Reviews
16
Gamified Campus Tours
This University Incorporated Pokémon GO into Its Campus Tours
15
Attendance-Tracking Mobile Apps
'Class 120' Lets Parents Know If Their Children are Skipping Class
14
Productive Parenting Apps
The Finny App Ensures That Children Continue Learning While Playing
13
Virtual Campus Platforms
The Campus Karma Platform Aims to Connect College Students Across India
12
Selfie-Themed College Classes
USC's #SelfieClass Tackles Issues of Identity and Diversity
11
Social Media Coding Apps
'Vidcode' Teaches Girls to Code by Incorporating Social Media Tropes
10
Exam-Based Brand Activations
'Bojangles' Restaurant Surprised Students with Food After Their Exams
9
Child-Focused Entrepreneurial Events
'Kid Talks' Inspire Young Attendees to Reach Goals
8
Streamlined School Communication Apps
The SkoolHub App Informs Parents About Student Performance
7
Student-Taught College Courses
Oberlin's Experimental College Offers Unconventional Classes
6
Homework-Organizing Mobile Apps
The New 'ihomework 2' App is Perfect for Busy University Students
5
Environmental Ninja Games
Carbon Runner is an Endless Runner Video Game About Climate Change
4
Dramatic History Apps
This Czech App Brings History to Life In a Striking Manner
3
Personalized Lesson-Planning Apps
The TES Teach App Helps Educators to Easily Create Lesson Plans
2
Collegiate Computer Campaigns
Windows 10's 'College Students' Ad Depicts Two Regular Students
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Updated Anti-Drug Ads
The Refreshed 'Fried Egg' Ad Blends the Iconic Ad with Current Drug Concerns
Related Ideas
Vocabulary Learning Devices
The E-Ink Vocabulary Card E2 Fits Language Study into a Compact Bar
Playful Student-Targeted Interactive Pop-Ups
Uber One Hits Campuses with ‘The One Arcade'
Play-Based Preschool Apps
LEGO Bluey Mobile Game Makes Screen Time into Building Play for Kids
Children’s Footwear Apps
Hibbett Launches Hibbett Kids Platform to Power Back-to-School Shopping
Education-Focused AI Assist Tools
SMART Technologies Has Introduced AI Assist in Lumio
Interactive Bedtime Apps
Lullaby Stories Lets Families Create Personalized Bedtime Tales
Personalized Learning Activities
Kidtivity Lab Delivers Custom AI Activities for Young Minds
College-Focused Accessibility Campaigns
Apple Launched its 'I'm Not Remarkable' Video Ad
Blockchain Learning Tools
Web3 Quest Platforms Helps Founders Engage Users and Reward Learning
Mental Health Therapy Apps
Brain-Body Therapy
AI-Powered STEM Camp Directories
AI is Optimizing a STEM Summer Camp Directory
Inspiring Women-Focused Campaigns
'Computer Science Is Everything' Inspires Future Innovators
Child-Friendly Habit-Forming Apps
Carrot Helps Kids Build Daily Habits Through Gamified Challenges
Back-to-School AI Tools
ElevenLabs' AI Student Pack Helps Students Maximize Their Time
Free Cybersecurity Educational Initiatives
Living Security Emphasizes Cybersecurity Awareness
Advanced School Safety Innovations
Navigate360 Debuts "One Platform for a Safe & Compliant School"
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
College-Focused Social Platforms
TikTok's Campus Verification Feature Mirrors Early Facebook
AI Technology-Focused Training Campaigns
The Raspberry Pi Foundation Emphasizes Youth Empowerment
Productivity-Focused Ai-Powered Pcs
HP Canada Addresses Productivity Challenges Faced by Workers
Teen Finance Education
SimplyBudget Helps Teens Manage Money With AI and Parental Oversight
Pizza-Branded Reading-Encouraging Apps
Pizza Hut Has Introduced Its First-Ever BOOK IT App
Stress-Reducing Cleaning Songs
IKEA's Tidy Up Tune Gets Kids Engaged in Household Tidying
Hybrid STEM Activity Kits
Brainstorm's Science Activity Kits Pair Hands-On Play & Online Tutorials
Printable Learning Tools
'A Learning Digital Resource' is a Library for Printable SEL Worksheets
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
App Developer Academies
Apple and Michigan State Expand the Developer Academy iOS Training Program
Simplicity-Focused Back-To-School Campaigns
Staples Wants to Simplify Back-To-School Shopping
Back-To-School Creative Tools Promotions
Huion is Running a 2025 Back-To-School Promotion
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Smart Learning Assistants
AI Study Buddy Organizes Notes and Reading Material Efficiently
Performance-Driven Education Furniture Lines
Case Systems Grows Its SALTO Education Furniture Line
Youth-Focused Technology Programing
COMPUCHILD is Inspired by the NASA Space Apps Challenge
Tech-Forward Teen Furniture
Rooms To Go Kids' Cloud9 Collection Features Smart, Modular Pieces
Collaborative Smart Education Projects
Huawei and the Government of Rwanda Reach a Milestone
Low-Cost Back-to-School Campaigns
Target Back-to-School-idays Offers Discounts Up to 30%
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Teachable Learning Agents
Classmates AI Lets Users Create AI Agents To Learn From Study Materials
Adaptive Learning Tools
Turn Study Materials Into Personalized AI Quizzes Instantly With SyncStudy
Smart Note Assistants
LectureNotes AI Summarizes Lectures to Improve Student Note-Taking
Kids Drawing Apps
Kids Coloring Drawing Book App Offers Interactive Learning And Creativity
AI-Driven Intelligent Learning Systems
Think Academy Debuts the Class+ Intelligent Learning System
Technology-Enabled Educational Initiatives
Huawai Supports Technology-Enabled Open Schools for All
Academic Knowledge Hubs
Sphere Centralizes Notes, Past Papers, and AI Tools for Colleges
Europe-Focused Global Leader Campaigns
SIT Debuts 'Step into the Map. Every Street Teaches'
App Strategy Insights
ScreensDesign Reveals Proven Tactics Behind Top iOS Subscription Apps
AI Teaching Assistants
Streamline Tasks And Monitor Student Progress With Teacher AI’s AI Tools
Downtime Management Apps
Sofa Helps Users Organize and Plan Personal Leisure Time
Therapy Gamification Apps
Speech Play App By IdeaBrowser Turns Practice Into Play
Microlearning Language Tools
Vocab of the Day Helps You Learn New Words Daily by Push Notification
Worksheet Creation Tools
Work Assign Helps Educators Create Professional Worksheets Quickly
Skill-Focused Career Apps
Delaware Has Introduced Career Moves to Address Workforce Shortages
Music-Based Learning Tools
Music 2 Math Combines Music And Math To Boost Children’s Learning
AR-Enhanced Learning Tools
TutAR Empowers Education with AR-Enabled 3D Teaching Aids for K12
Student Network Platforms
Studeen Connects Students Through School-Specific Sharing Communities
All-in-One Productivity Hubs
Utility Hub Offers Secure, Browser-Based Tools For Work and School
Knowledge Trivia Challenges
Trivia Tests Your Knowledge Across Multiple Categories and Learn More
Curated Resource Hubs
Resourcebox Delivers Handpicked Tools, Apps, and Learning Resources
Prideful Modernist Tech Collections
The Apple 2025 Pride Collection Marks Pride Month in Style
Kids Finance Apps
FoxFund Teaches Children Saving, Budgeting, And Smart Spending Skills
Cybersafety-Focused Resource Libraries
The Worst Children’s Library Highlights Harmful Content
Refurbished Neurodiverse Student Hubs
Shrub Oak International School Refurbished Its Student Hub
Outdoor Engagement Apps
Nature Unlock Encourages Breaks From Screens Through Outdoor Activity
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Personalized Learning Assistants
Skilldesk Builds Deep, AI-Curated Courses for Students and More
Gamified Productivity Apps
Solo Quests Turns Goals Into XP-Based Challenges To Build Routines
Habit-Tracking Productivity Tools
BestSelfApp Links Daily Actions to Personal Success and Growth
Interactive Learning Games
FamilyFunHub Makes Learning Engaging With Free Educational Games
Student Task Managers
Homework Hero Helps Students Organize And Track Homework Efficiently
Creative Kid's Drawings
Joyful Outlines Inspires Creativity in Kids with Fun, Educational Themes
Vocabulary Learning Apps
Deft Offers Flashcards And Dictionary Tools To Build Vocabulary Skills
Teacher Productivity Assistants
Assignly Uses AI To Simplify Lesson Planning, Grading, and Tasks
Hip Classroom-Ready Backpacks
The Kipling Back-to-School 2025 Collection is Expansive
Academic Resource Platforms
PolyNotesHub Centralizes Polytechnic Notes And Course Materials Online
Personal Learning Hubs
Learnchimp Centralizes Learning Resources For Efficient Knowledge Tracking
AI Study Platforms
Scholara Provides AI-Powered Study Tools For Smarter Learning And Retention
Creativity-Focused Global Ambassador Programs
Crayola Creativity Week Begins with an Announcement
Shape-Shifting Classroom Chairs
The Eduba System Lets Students Reconfigure Their Learning Space
AI-Powered Smart Education Features
Hikvision Debuts the WonderOS 4 Operating System
E-mail Productivity Courses
50x Smarter With Gmail Teaches Habits And Hacks To Manage Your Inbox
Digital Craft Platforms
The Apple and Design Miami Collaboration Explores Creative Innovation
Cleaning Productivity Apps
Tidy House Cleaning Checklists Turns Photos Into Actionable Guides
Young Leaders-Focused Initiatives
Universities Organize the Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange
Youth Sport Programming Schedules
TAC Sports' Planned Activities Run from September to December
Cognitive Play Platforms
Toddlr Offers Educational Games for Kids with Balanced Screen Time
Gamified Study Tools
DeepTerm Combines Pomodoro Timing With Custom Quizzes And Progress Tracking
Event Tracking Apps
ComingUp Helps Users Track Milestones And Share Life Events Easily
Curated Film Selections
The Planet Classroom Network Debuts Nine Short Films in October
Library-Bound Micro-Learning Apps
Library Ideas Has Partnered with Blinkist to Enhance Access
Gen Z-Focused Tech Initiatives
SJTU Welcomed Gen Z Students as Part to Discuss Tech
Student Productivity Systems
MediZen Organizes Study, Tasks, And Life In One Workspace
Gender Gap-Addressing Education Initiatives
Organizations Emphasize the Need for Girls' Education
Family Info Managers
DadApp Puts Shared Family Information Into One Organized Mobile App
Smart Study Tools
NotionFlashcard Turns Notes Into Flashcards And Games For Better Learning
Top App Showcases
Discover, Explore, and Vote for the Year’s Top Compose Applications
Homework Management Tools
Due Tomorrow Simplifies Assignments With Canvas & Google Classroom
Learning Discovery Apps
Kinder Turns Swipe-Based Play Into Interactive Learning Experiences
Personalized Study Aids
MyPlato Creates Flashcards, Quizzes, and Custom Learning Experiences
App Ideation Platforms
AppIdeaHub Helps You Discover and Validate Profitable App Ideas
AI-Powered Preschool Finders
'Preschools Near Me' Lets Parents Search and Apply with Ease
Introductory CS Textbooks
Computer Book for Kids Makes Computer Science Fun and Approachable
Gamified Task Managers
ChoreQuest Turns Daily Chores Into Rewarding Gamified Experiences
Interactive Learning Quizzes
Online Quiz Helps Class 2 Students Reinforce Skills & Track Progress
Nursery Brand Parenting Apps
The Mamas & Papas App Offers Support and Inspiration for Parents
Digital Life Organizers
Hubmee Helps You Manage Tasks, Documents, And Finances in One Place
Affordable Back-To-School Campaigns
Meijer Has Launched Its Annual Back-To-School Promotion
Interactive Learning Platforms
KillerStudy Enhances Learning With Notes, Flashcards, And Analytics
Creative Idea Tools
InspireNote Helps Generate, Capture, And Develop Ideas Effectively
Animated Learning Tools
CalcPlay Makes Math Intuitive and Fun With Animated Calculations
Classroom Management Toolboxes
Teacher Kit Offers Timers, Music, And Group Tools For Educators
Parenting Support Tools
NeuroParent Provides Guided Support And Tracking For Child Behavior
Mental Math Training
Learn Math Helps Users Improve Arithmetic With Quick Math Tricks
Unified Knowledge Hubs
Digital Notes Combines Ideas, Memories, And Projects In One Platform
Study Optimization Tools
Better Student Turns Class Content Into Summaries And Notes
Study Performance Tracking
TracAI Helps Students Track Study Time, Habits, And Academic Progress
Distraction-Free App Hubs
Explore Minimalist Digital Apps for Focus With Minimal Market
Digital Habit Trackers
Habby Helps Users Track Goals, Habits, and Daily Journals
Task Management Tools
The Productivity Template Organizes Your Academic and Personal Tasks
Developer Portfolio Hubs
App Showcase Lets You Share Mobile Apps, Stats, and Revenue Publicly
Career Education Labs
The Ontario Career Lab Targets High School Students Across the Province
AI College Consulting
Brightroom AI Tools Help Students Apply to Top Schools with Confidence
Smart Content Aggregators
Smashing’s Personalized Article Discovery App Helps Users Stay Informed
AI Research Assistants
The Science App Provides Balanced Access to Peer-Reviewed Research
Student Activity Finders
Extracurriculars Helps High Schoolers Discover AI-Powered Activities
Startup Insight Platforms
App Stacks Reveals App Stories, Tech Stacks, And Builder Insights
Knowledge Exploration Apps
Rabbit Hole Enables Endless Learning And Discovery Across Topics Daily
Endless Knowledge Quizzes
Unlimited GK Questions & Answers App is for Learning and Self-Testing
Student Achievement Platforms
DreamyUni Helps Students Compete, Innovate, and Win Cash Prizes
Daily Trivia Games
Quizzers Hub Delivers Fresh, Fun Daily Trivia to Test Your Knowledge
Group Challenge Apps
Challenge Friends Lets Users Complete 30-Day Self-Improvement Challenges
Interactive Task Organizers
The Freeboard App Offers Customizable Whiteboard Features
Collaborative Knowledge Platforms
Messy Desk Organizes Documents And Connects For Smarter Learning
Visual Classroom Timers
Classroom Timer Helps Educators Manage Lessons With Custom Timers
Personal Productivity Trackers
'Journaling' Helps Track Goals, Build Habits, And Stay Organized
Startup Essentials Bundles
The App Tool-Kit Helps Digital Creators Launch with the Right Tools
Productivity Tracking Apps
Weeks Life Helps Track Goals, Build Habits, And Boost Productivity
Engaging Learning Platforms
Learn Smart and Have Fun with FunButSmart’s Interactive Platform
Student Organizer Tools
Study Planner Centralizes Tasks, Grades, And Payments For Students
Household Task Managers
Chore Chart Helps Assign, Track, And Prioritize Household Tasks Today
Adaptive Study Apps
NoteFlow Uses AI To Adapt Productivity Tools To Your Mood