Britannica Platform for Multilingual Learners Wins EdTech Digest Award

Hello Britannica recognized for excellence in student newcomer instruction

CHICAGO, April 23, 2025

Hello Britannica, the recently launched program from  Britannica® Education that enhances English language learning, has won an EdTech Award for 2025.

A solution built to help learners build confidence, cultural awareness, and real-world language skills while giving educators meaningful insights to support progress, Hello Britannica has:

  • Authentic Practice, Real-World Relevance: Interactive activities rooted in everyday situations make English learning practical, personal, and powerful.
  • Structured Learning Pathways: High-quality exercises that build deep understanding and proficiency in English.
  • Extended Learning: Resources to continue learning beyond the classroom.
  • Educator Empowerment: Tools and strategies designed for teachers of all experience levels. Whether they’re new to language instruction or seasoned pros, Hello Britannica equips them with the strategies, data, and confidence to make a real impact.

The EdTech Awards, sponsored by EdTech Digest, recognize “the visionaries, the trailblazers, the ones who refuse to accept the status quo—[those who] know that education must evolve and … have the courage to lead that change.”

“We’re grateful for this recognition from one of the field’s most respected journals,” said Joan Jacobsen, chief product officer with Britannica Education. “Hello Britannica not only provides superior instruction in English in a way today’s newcomer students need it, but it also meets this moment by addressing the needs of students and their families. I’m delighted to see that EdTech Digest recognizes this.”

Related:

Britannica Empowers Districts Working with Newcomers and Multilingual Learners (01.22.25)


About Britannica Education
Backed by Britannica’s history of more than 250 years, Britannica Education, a part of the Britannica Group, is a global leader in digital educational technology and content. We partner with educators, school districts, libraries, ministries, and media companies around the world to inspire student curiosity and provide trusted, comprehensive resources to meet evolving teaching and learning needs.

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