The acquisition further diversifies IXL’s suite of language learning services and will accelerate Curiosity Media’s growth
SAN MATEO, Calif., June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by more than 13 million students, announced it has acquired Curiosity Media, the creator of innovative language learning platforms that empower people to more effectively communicate in Spanish and English. The acquisition of Curiosity Media includes its flagship products SpanishDict, inglés.com and Fluencia, which collectively help more than 100 million people each year grow their languages skills through vibrant and interactive learning resources.
The acquisition of Curiosity Media will further diversify and complement IXL Learning’s language and literacy offerings, including the world-renowned Rosetta Stone, IXL English Language Arts and Vocabulary.com.
Curiosity Media has been at the forefront of creating products that help language learners interact in Spanish and English. SpanishDict debuted in 1999 and is now the world’s top destination for Spanish-language learners, reaching more than 100 million people annually. The platform provides users with a comprehensive set of tools to learn Spanish, including millions of free dictionary entries, verb conjugations, example sentences, pronunciation videos, vocabulary quizzes, interactive lessons and more.
inglés.com helps learners develop English-language skills online. The platform combines the most popular features of SpanishDict, including comprehensive language practice, native-speaker videos and in-depth translations, to create a customized learning experience for the tens of millions of Spanish speakers who are learning English each year.
Fluencia, Curiosity Media’s personalized learning app, uses adaptive technology and the latest neuroscience research to optimize how people learn Spanish. The platform’s interactive exercises, step-by-step instructions and personalized feedback encourage users to build language skills while learning at their own pace.
“Learning a language isn’t just about building another skill set—it can also be an exciting journey that sharpens the mind, adds new dimensions to who we are and changes the way we view other people. Curiosity Media has done an outstanding job at bridging the space between the impact of languages and enthusiasm of learners, and our aim is to expand its reach even further,” said Paul Mishkin, CEO of IXL Learning. “The addition of Curiosity Media increases IXL’s investment in giving students more ways to discover, experience and enjoy new languages.”
“Curiosity Media has a deep passion for delivering the world’s best experiences for learners of Spanish and English,” said Chris Cummings, CEO of Curiosity Media. “Joining the IXL family will help us continue to serve millions of people and develop new ways to personalize learning. We have a shared love of education and innovation and are thrilled to bring our teams together.”
Tyton Partners acted as exclusive financial advisor to Curiosity Media in connection with the transaction.
Redefining possibilities in education
IXL Learning has revolutionized educational technology since its founding in 1998. Today, the company leads the world of education through innovation and provides a diverse set of products and services that help learners develop skills in math, literacy, language and more. IXL Learning’s seven brands—IXL, Rosetta Stone, Curiosity Media, Wyzant, Vocabulary.com, ABCya and Education.com—empower all students with engaging, personalized learning experiences. Our teams create breakthrough solutions to education’s most pressing challenges and inspire students to become life-long learners.
About IXL Learning
Currently used by 13 million students and in all of the top 100 U.S. school districts, IXL is an integrated learning platform that supports personalized learning in math, English language arts, science, social studies and Spanish. With more than 100 billion questions asked and answered around the world, IXL is helping schools and parents successfully boost student achievement. The IXL Learning family of products also includes Rosetta Stone, Wyzant, Education.com, ABCya, Vocabulary.com and Curiosity Media. To learn more about IXL, visit www.ixl.com, facebook.com/IXL and twitter.com/IXLLearning.
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