Equity-focused AI Tools Competition - Postsecondary Track (Calbright × Georgia State University × The Learning Agency)
Offered by Axim Collaborative Inc · Private Foundation
About this opportunity
An open funding competition (Tools Competition) supporting technology solutions that address pressing challenges facing learners. Axim Collaborative and Calbright jointly launched a postsecondary track focused on solutions for adult learners and broad-access institutions. The competition attracts hundreds of applicants and pairs innovators with researcher partners and institutions; applicants receive feedback and access to learning opportunities regardless of winning status.
Previous awards & what wins
Successfully funded projects typically propose innovative AI-driven solutions aimed at addressing systemic inequities and enhancing student success in postsecondary settings. They often involve a clear methodological approach for developing, piloting, and evaluating tools that demonstrate tangible impact on diverse learner populations, framed within a commitment to educational equity and scalable innovation.
- Projects demonstrated a deep understanding of equity challenges in higher education, proposing targeted AI interventions.
- Strong institutional backing and a track record of impactful educational initiatives, leveraging expertise from diverse organizations.
- Emphasis on developing practical, deployable AI tools with clear pathways for integration into postsecondary learning environments.
- Potential for broad applicability and positive systemic change across diverse educational contexts.