EDTECH DIGEST: “Accelerating Literacy” with LightSail CEO Gideon Stein

edtech_digest_awardsEdTech Digest interviewed LightSail CEO Gideon Stein in a recent article, “Accelerating Literacy,” where he talked about the mission behind LightSail, the catalysts for the company’s growth and this year’s greatest successes. Among the milestones, he named the efficacy of the product, supported by a study from Johns Hopkins University, increased access to more free and affordable content, LightSail’s expansion to multiple platforms, and its presence in over 700 school districts. “Success,” he said, “is having millions of kids around the globe reading 30 minutes a day – whether that’s on LightSail or even physical books. We’re focused on promoting literacy in any form.”

Read the entire interview here.

Posted on 7.Jul.16 in News

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