The conventional idea of schooling has undergone a drastic change over the last century. Schooling has evolved with the integration of technology that has enhanced both learning and teaching experiences. The prevailing Covid-19 pandemic has only accelerated this trend by further embedding technology into the learning process. The result has been that tech savvy students now use engaging apps and attend online courses; seamlessly enhancing education despite the lockdown caused by the pandemic. This fast-emerging sector is better known as education technology (EdTech). The essential aim of EdTech is to make learning more fun by using interactive methods of teaching and in the bargain improving the standard and quality of education. This article analyses the regulatory regime that applies to the EdTech sector in India and the emerging opportunities in this space.
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