Evolution in the pattern of education through the counterparts of technology has brought about a revolutionary change in the mindset of the generation. The accessibility to knowledge has grown and more people are getting associated everyday with the EdTech sector.

KPMG & Google’s joint report implies that by 2021, the e-learning sector of the country is expected to achieve eight times the growth and depict a valuation of $1.96 Bn. On the grounds of acceptance by the common population, five categories in the field of education have been cited which include primary and secondary supplemental education, test preparation, re-skilling and online certification, higher education, and language and casual learning.

Digital Media boosting the e-learning industry

The Digital India Initiative was launched by the central government to transform the country into a digitally empowered society.

This initiative ignited the fire and is continuing to have a substantial impact on the technology industry of the country thus bringing about a cataclysmic change regarding every possible aspect.

Almost all the schools across the country are on the verge of getting connected with free WiFi connections to provide a boost to the e-learning sector and also implement the Digital Literacy Program. The development of massive amount of open online courses is also on the rise in the country.

All Smartphone users as target audience

The total number of smartphone users in India counts more than 850 Mn as has been reported by the Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI). With the rate of increment of almost 10 Mn users a month, there can be no doubt that the smartphones are going to turn to the classrooms of tomorrow. Currently, the user base for online learning platforms mostly consists of working professionals and school students.

As it stands, it is not only the common population of the country which has understood the hidden potential of mobile learning, but also the major technology and publishing companies are getting aware of the productivity that can be achieved through the implementation of education services through mobile phones.

Last but not the least the evolution in the learning process that is being brought about the ed-tech revolution, stands testimony to the fact that the education system of the country is undergoing change. It is getting transformed into something new for the future generations to cherish the fruits of it.