The rapid switch to remote learning this past spring revealed major gaps in digital learning tools. Teachers often struggled to reach students working at different paces or levels within the same class. At times, educators even cobbled together three or four applications to ensure their students could access and understand high-quality learning content. The rise […]

When we work with brands to develop an online course from existing content or from the ground-up, we know how important it is to design a product that will stand out in a crowded market. Teachers already have many products to choose from, which means plug-and-play content and turn-key solutions will only take your company […]

Peer-to-peer learning has numerous benefits for students. It provides students with practice collaborating and generates more opportunities for students to understand difficult subject matter by helping their peers learn, too. While it’s certainly easier to arrange peer learning activities in the classroom, students still benefit from these activities when they’re offered digitally. In fact, peer […]

Thank you to everyone who applied. We are no longer accepting applications but keep your eyes open for additional open positions in 2021.  We’re hiring! Backpack Interactive is a small but mighty strategy, UX and edTech design studio. We are committed to serving our educational and non-profit partners with products and interactive experiences that support […]