By
Brian Diebold
Committed to developing early education through technology for children, VTech has developed an innovative, online educational-gaming program—VTech University. Through award-winning InnoTab®, InnoTab 2, InnoTab 2S and MobiGo® 2 products, children ages 3 to 9 get more than just a simple toy. They get an opportunity to get a jump on education…all while having fun!
Designed to focus on fundamental areas of study, the curriculum includes reading, math and science subjects, as well as a fun introductory lesson by M.I.T. Professor Eric Klopfer. As a member of VTech’s Expert Advisory Panel, Professor Klopfer tells new “students” what to expect from the program, and how fun it can be to learn something new.
The best part of VTech University is that it is absolutely free! Your child’s curriculum can be downloaded to their registered product on the Learning Lodge Navigator® available on VTech’s website. Once enrolled, your child’s product will track completed courses on the University website so they can pick up where they left off in a lesson. You can also check in on your child’s learning progress.
The learning curriculum covers a vast array of subject matter and provides your child a lot of fun along the way. With titles such as Monkey Disco, Math Mall and Rapid Recycling, parents and their children can learn memory and language skills, number sequencing and even environmental awareness that are broken up into categories geared toward curriculum-specific age ranges. The University also offers the purchase of a discounted Honors Program Curriculum that includes titles such as Ink Tank, Ice Hockey Goal!, Scoot the Robot and much more.
Whether completing the regular or advanced Honors Curriculum, once a child completes their courses, they will graduate the program, earning a VTech U diploma and an entry for the chance of winning $25,000 towards their college education! Whether you are already enrolled or still “touring the campus,” children have until May 31st, 2013 to complete their curriculum and become eligible for the prize.
VTech University helps in building your child’s character, sense of self-awareness and achievement—all skills necessary as children begin their transitions into the school environment. Help put your child ahead of the learning curve and get a leg up on the most important things they will take into the classroom…education and fun!
If you are already enrolled in the University, keep encouraging your children to keep up the good work, finish their lessons and most importantly, have fun. If you haven’t enrolled yet, be sure to do so at www.vtechkids.com/university.