Gates Foundation's Innovative Grants Portfolio


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The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced investments totaling more than $20 million dollars. The investment will be focused on the identification and expansion of promising cutting-edge learning resources.

The investment will support development of game-based learning applications; math, English language, arts, and science curricula built into digital formats; learning through social networking platforms; and embedded assessments through a real-time and engaging environment of experiences and journeys.

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