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Singapore-based startup Strive has raised a whopping $1.3 million seed round led by Y Combinator, with participation from Soma Capital, Goodwater Capital, and individual investors. This significant funding will enable Strive to expand its operations across Asia, targeting the 3.7 million students in international schools.
What is Strive?
Strive is an online learning platform that teaches kids to code, but it’s more than just a coding program. Developed with an active learning model, Strive empowers students to take the lead in classes and fall in love with the process of learning. The platform was founded in 2020 by Tamir Shklaz and Pulkit Agarwal, who share a common vision: to equip kids with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century.
The Problem with Traditional Coding Education
Traditional coding education often leaves kids feeling disengaged and frustrated. According to Pulkit Agarwal, most students are introduced to coding, but then they get turned off by it. They reach the false conclusion that coding is too difficult, dry, or not for them. Strive aims to change this narrative by making learning fun, joyful, and personalized.
The Active Learning Model
Strive’s active learning model sets it apart from other online coding platforms. Instead of lecturing students throughout a class, Strive empowers them to take the lead in their own learning. This approach is built on the idea that confidence and a joy of learning are far more important than just teaching kids how to code.
How Does Strive Work?
Strive’s platform uses a combination of interactive coding lessons, real-world projects, and personalized feedback to help students build fluency in coding languages. The platform also features a pool of potential teachers, including university students who are studying coding. This allows Strive to scale its operations efficiently while maintaining high teaching quality.
Customer Acquisition Strategy
Strive’s current customer acquisition strategy relies heavily on word-of-mouth referrals from kids and their parents. With the new funding, Strive plans to develop its code editor, add additional concepts and curriculum tailored to different kids’ interests, and expand its marketing efforts.
The Future of EdTech
The rise of edtech has led to a renaissance in innovative learning solutions. With the help of fintech, startups like Strive are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in online education. As the demand for coding skills continues to grow, platforms like Strive will play an increasingly important role in preparing the next generation of leaders.
About Strive
Strive is a Singapore-based startup that aims to revolutionize online learning for kids with code. Founded by Tamir Shklaz and Pulkit Agarwal, Strive has raised $1.3 million seed funding led by Y Combinator. With its active learning model and personalized approach, Strive is poised to make a significant impact in the edtech industry.
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About the Author
Catherine Shu is a senior reporter at TechCrunch, covering startups in Asia and breaking news. Her reporting has also appeared in The New York Times, Taipei Times, Barron’s, Wall Street Journal, and Village Voice. She studied at Sarah Lawrence College and Columbia Graduate School of Journalism.
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