- Learnovate secures €9.6m funding from Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland to address skills gaps
- The Learnovate Centre at Trinity College Dublin conducts research in learning technologies with support from experts in various disciplines
- Projects include developing a platform to enhance digital and data skills and using AI to eliminate bias in hiring
- Funding will support companies in edtech and HR tech to develop tools addressing skills gaps in Ireland
- Learnovate’s director Nessa McEniff sees the funding as a vote of confidence in the center’s mission to deliver competitive advantage to Irish industry
Learnovate Secures €9.6m Funding to Reduce Skills Gaps
In the fast-paced world of technology and innovation, the need for continuous learning and upskilling has never been more crucial. With the emergence of new technologies and changing work landscapes, there is a growing skills gap that needs to be addressed. Learnovate, a leading learning technology research center based in Trinity College Dublin, has recently secured a substantial €9.6m in funding to support Irish companies in bridging these skills gaps and preparing for the future of work.
Investment from Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland
The significant investment in Learnovate comes from two key players in the Irish business landscape – Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland. This funding will be instrumental in expanding the center’s research and innovation agenda, enabling them to develop tech tools that address the skills gaps prevalent in Ireland. The support from these organizations highlights the importance of investing in learning technologies to drive economic growth and competitiveness in the country.
Leading Research in Learning Technologies
Learnovate has a rich history of over 10 years of research in learning technologies, collaborating with experts from various disciplines such as technology, innovation, psychology, cognitive science, and user experience. Their projects have focused on developing innovative solutions to enhance digital and data skills, remove bias from the hiring process using AI technology, and detect reading issues in children at an early stage. This research not only benefits Irish companies but also contributes to the global advancement of learning technologies.
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EdTech Accelerator and Future Initiatives
In addition to their research projects, Learnovate also runs the EdTech Accelerator program in collaboration with AWS, aimed at supporting early-stage startups developing digital tools and services for education. This initiative provides a platform for innovative solutions to address educational challenges and drive positive change in the learning landscape. Recent winners, like Alpaca, showcase the potential impact of such programs in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the edtech sector.
The funding secured by Learnovate underscores the critical role of learning technologies in bridging skills gaps and preparing businesses for the future. With the support of Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland, and a network of global members, Learnovate is well-positioned to drive innovation, address emerging challenges, and empower Irish companies to thrive in an ever-evolving technological world.
Links to additional Resources: 1. https://www.learnovate.ie/ 2. https://www.jisc.ac.uk/ 3. https://www.educause.edu/