# Video Chat Learning Platforms Interactive Video Chat Startup HowNow Connects Students and Teachers By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-01-17 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-video-chat References: [springwise](https://www.springwise.com/uk-based-platform-facilitates-video-chat-lessons/) & [learnhownow](https://learnhownow.com/) This interactive video chat in the United Kingdom connects students and teachers. Startup HowNow facilitates online learning with a video platform. Unlike [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studymapai) channels like CrashCourse or similar educational content, HowNow connects people one on one so teachers can chat through lessons. Experts can create a profile with a bio, what subjects they teach, their rates and availability. Learners can see when educators are available and book interactive video chat lessons by clicking a link. The video chat opens within their browser. HowNow facilitates the acquisition of a wide variety of skills and knowledge on topics ranging from yoga to [languages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talkme-ai). This platform removes barriers for people interested in teaching while also making learning more accessible to those with little more than an Internet connection. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Education](https://www.trendhunter.com/education) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Video Chat:** The trend of interactive video chat platforms is providing a disruptive innovation opportunity for online education and remote learning. - **One-on-one Teaching:** The trend of connecting students and teachers for one-on-one lessons through video chat is disrupting traditional classroom-based education. - **Personalized Learning:** The trend of personalized learning experiences through interactive video chat platforms is creating opportunities for customized education. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Edtech:** The EdTech industry is being transformed by interactive video chat platforms, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities for online learning solutions. - **Online Education:** The online education industry is seeing a shift towards one-on-one teaching through video chat, revolutionizing the way knowledge is imparted. - **Remote Learning:** The remote learning industry is benefiting from personalized learning experiences enabled by interactive video chat platforms, enhancing accessibility and flexibility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Conversational Lecture Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalk-by-firsthabit.md) - [Bite-Sized English Lessons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lolo-chat.md) - [Learning Connection Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teache.md) - [Personal Video Calling Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waitroom.md) - [Customizable Edtech Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edtech-platform.md) - [AI Language-Practicing Chatbots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talknative.md) - [Educational Freelancer Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/online-learning-platform.md) - [Open Tech Learning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imaginary-hub.md) - [AI Learning Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studymapai.md)