Beyond Access: The Next Phase of EdTech and AI in Bharat
The use of digital technology in education is no longer a distant promise in India but a lived reality for millions of children and teachers. With near-universal smartphone access and…
Inside BaSE 2025 and What It Means for EdTech in India | In Conversation with Prof. Amrish Dongre
On February 18 2026, Central Square Foundation (CSF) launched the second edition of the Bharat Survey for EdTech (BaSE) 2025, a first-of-its-kind national survey that brings out the voice of…
Digital Classrooms in Government Schools: In Conversation with Prof. Amina Charania
A recent research report, Studying Engagement with Digital Classrooms in Upper Primary and Secondary Government Schools across Madhya Pradesh, examines how technology is integrated into government schools. Led by Prof.…
From Screens to Dynamic Classrooms: Rethinking Smart Classes in Government Schools
On a recent visit to a government school in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, we (CSF team) stepped into a classroom proudly labeled as a ‘Smart Classroom’. Mounted on the wall was…
Harnessing EdTech for Learning Through Government Adoption: In Conversation with Harish Doraiswamy
Harish DoraiswamyProject Director - EdTech, CSF Q1. How can the adoption of meaningful EdTech solutions by the government accelerate learning for children aged 6–9 in the early grades? Governments are…
Revolutionising Education through TicTacLearn
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, digital learning resources are integral to modern education. TicTacLearn (TTL) has emerged as a beacon of innovation and impact, transforming how school students (Grades…
Innovative Partnerships in Education: The TicTacLearn – Rocket Learning Story
The partnership between Rocket Learning (RL) and TicTacLearn (TTL) represents a strategic convergence of vision and innovation in education. By integrating TicTacLearn's content into their programmes, Rocket Learning has elevated…
Leveraging EdTech to Improve Student Learning – In Conversation with Gouri Gupta
Gouri GuptaProject Director - EdTech, CSF Q1. What are some of the strategic priorities for Central Square Foundation (CSF) to help children from low-income backgrounds learn better? India has a…
Encouraging Interactive Learning through Sesame Workshop India’s ‘Chalo! Sesame Street’
In this article, we hear from Sonali Khan (Managing Director, Sesame Workshop India) on key experiences and learnings from their work. She talks about their ‘Chalo! Sesame Street’ application, aimed at improving FLN for young children and shares insights into their journey, opportunities and challenges in the EdTech domain, with a special focus on partnerships for scaling impact.
Top Parent’s Journey in Transforming Early Childhood Education for Low-income Families
Founded in 2020, Top Parent (TP) aims to address educational gaps among young children by providing essential resources for learning. Collaborating with Dr. Ryan Baker from the University of Pennsylvania, the application uses data analytics to refine content and track student progress, enhancing learning outcomes. This article presents interesting insights from Dr. Baker’s analysis of TP’s student performance data.