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January 22, 2019

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In this podcast interview, ASSISTments co-founders Neil and Cristina Heffernan speak about their inspiration for ASSISTments, their dedication to research-backed impact and what’s next for the online platform.

ASSISTments has the power to revolutionize many classroom routines, but is particularly powerful for enhancing homework and homework review. Rather than acting as a tool that replaces the teacher, ASSISTments supports classroom practices by helping teachers assess their students’ knowledge. The Heffernans are passionate about developing tools that are compatible with the diverse strategies that teachers already use in their classes.

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ASSISTments is a free public service operated jointly by Worcester Polytechnic Institute and the ASSISTments Foundation.

‍The ASSISTments Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization sponsored by Worcester Polytechnic Institute created in 2019.

‍Worcester Polytechnic Institute is a 501(c)(3) non profit created in 1865.

‍The ASSISTments Project work at WPI is led by Professor Neil Heffernan.

‍The ASSISTments Foundation is led by Cristina Heffernan.