Education Technology: Tools, Platforms, and How They're Changing Learning in India
When we talk about education technology, the use of digital tools and platforms to enhance teaching and learning. Also known as edtech, it’s no longer just a backup plan—it’s the main way millions of students in India study, practice, and prepare for exams like NEET and JEE. This isn’t about fancy gadgets. It’s about what actually works: a student in Jaipur using Google Classroom to submit homework, a teen in Patna watching NV Sir’s physics videos on YouTube, or a parent in Delhi comparing coaching institutes through online reviews.
Education technology isn’t one thing. It includes eLearning, self-paced digital courses delivered over the internet, and virtual learning, live, real-time classes where students and teachers interact online. You’ll find both in the posts below. Some platforms, like Google Classroom, are used by schools because they’re free and simple. Others, like Teachable, are used by tutors who want to sell their own courses. The difference matters. One helps you organize assignments. The other helps you earn money teaching.
What’s driving this change? It’s not just the pandemic. It’s access. A student in a small town can now learn from the same teachers as someone in Mumbai. Coaching institutes like Allen and Aakash now offer hybrid models—live classes online, recorded lectures, doubt-clearing chats. Even exam prep has gone digital: you can track your NEET attempts, compare coaching centers by city, or find the best English-speaking app to boost fluency—all through apps and websites. And it’s not just about exams. Fields like AI, cybersecurity, and data science are hiring fast, and people are learning Python or coding basics through online platforms because traditional degrees take too long.
But not all tech helps. Some apps promise results but deliver noise. Some platforms pay instructors pennies. Some schools call themselves "digital" but just show PDFs. The real value comes from tools that fit your rhythm—whether you need structure, flexibility, or just a place to ask questions without leaving home. Below, you’ll find real comparisons: which platform is actually used most in 2025, who pays the most for teaching online, and why Google Classroom beats Zoom for schools. You’ll see what works, what doesn’t, and what’s just hype. No fluff. Just what students and teachers are actually using to get results.
