Learning content management platform Blackboard acquires academic information platform MyEdu.
MyEdu, a Texas-based edtech platform, has been acquired by learning content management platform Blackboard. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
MyEdu, launched in 2009 and includes the University of Texas system amongst its backers, allows students to showcase their college work, job experience, and skills in a bid to land a job after studying. Employers can log in to the site and use it to identify potential recruits.
The platform has raised $18.7m in venture funding, and includes Bain Capital Ventures, the University of Texas, and the Baylor University-linked Baylor Angel Network.
Jay Bhatt, chief executive of Blackboard, said: “Everyone is looking for ways to help more students obtain degrees more quickly. MyEdu has created user-friendly tools that help students succeed and create a stronger connection between higher education and the workforce. MyEdu is highly complementary to our current solution set and will help us drive more value and a higher quality experience for learners and enable new paths to support student goals. This strengthens the focus we have on learner success, which is a big priority for us going forward.”
