This startup operates a hyper-localized educational platform that provides students in Bangladesh with access to live classes and animated video lessons tailored to their testing performance. By enabling self-paced learning through gamification features, the platform enhances student engagement and retention while addressing the lack of quality educational resources.
Funding
$6.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many students in Bangladesh lack access to quality educational resources and personalized learning experiences, particularly outside of major cities. Traditional learning methods often fail to engage students effectively, leading to decreased retention and performance.
Solution
Shikho is a digital learning platform that provides students in Bangladesh with comprehensive educational content, including live classes and animated video lessons. The platform adapts to individual student needs through personalized testing and performance analysis. By incorporating gamification and interactive elements, Shikho enhances student engagement and knowledge retention. The platform aims to make quality education accessible and affordable, regardless of location. Shikho offers a range of courses from grades 6-12, covering the Bangladesh National Curriculum.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes students in Bangladesh from grades 6 to 12, as well as their parents who are seeking affordable and engaging educational resources to supplement traditional schooling.
Features
- Live and recorded classes led by experienced instructors
- Animated video lessons that visualize complex concepts
- Practice MCQ tests and live MCQ tests for self-assessment
- Smart notes and class notes for comprehensive study material
- Report cards to track student progress and performance
- Gamification features, including points, leaderboards, and virtual awards, to motivate learning
- Personalized recommendation engine that suggests videos based on student performance
- Parent app to provide insights into their children's learning experience