Tutor.com and The Princeton Review's AI Innovations Honored
On December 4, 2024, Tutor.com, in partnership with its affiliate The Princeton Review®, celebrated a significant achievement. Both organizations were awarded the 2024 Product of the Year Awards from
Campus Technology and
THE Journal for their outstanding advancements in educational technology. The awards recognize exemplary product development and are aimed at manufacturers and suppliers who significantly contribute to transforming the educational landscape.
Award-Winning Achievements
The accolades received include a Platinum Award for Tutor.com and The Princeton Review’s AI-powered tutoring tools, reflecting the organizations' commitment to utilizing technology for improving student learning experiences. Additionally, their On-Demand Tutoring service, delivered through the acclaimed proprietary platform
LEO, earned a Gold Award from both publications. These recognitions affirm the companies' focus on innovation and excellence in educational support services.
Mission to Empower Students
Robert Batten, CEO of Tutor.com and The Princeton Review, expressed his enthusiasm over the recognition, stating, "We are thrilled to be acknowledged for our innovative products and services. With a decades-long track record of providing technology solutions to help students reach their academic potential, we are dedicated to launching products that inspire and support learners everywhere."
The 2024 Product Award winners are lauded for significantly enhancing teaching and learning dynamics. Rhea Kelly, editor-in-chief of both publications, noted, "Congratulations to the remarkable products and solutions that have made a difference this year in education."
Innovative AI Tools for Tutoring
With experience from over
27 million tutoring sessions, Tutor.com, in collaboration with The Princeton Review, has developed AI tools aimed at providing effective and timely support to students. One standout feature is the “Ask LEO” chatbot, which engages users in a mentor-like manner using Socratic questioning. This encourages students to tackle challenging assignments independently while fostering critical thinking skills.
Furthermore, AI-driven tools designed for essay reviews and college admission counseling offer immediate, constructive feedback, allowing learners to refine their writing and resubmit assignments as needed, which greatly enhances their academic performance.
Batten emphasized, "We have also launched an exclusive in-house AI tool to bolster our renowned quality control processes, ensuring that all of our AI offerings furnish students with rapid and impactful support from experienced educators."
Seamless Access to Educational Resources
Students enrolled in K–12 and higher education institutions can leverage these trusted AI tools through the
LEO platform, which centralizes the scheduling, delivery, and analytical tracking of various support services, including On-Demand Tutoring. Utilizing single sign-on across their institutions' learning management systems, learners can access resources in over 250 subjects, including several bilingual offerings, along with a variety of self-paced tools and test preparation resources provided by The Princeton Review.
Recent independent studies highlight that the On-Demand Tutoring service meets ESSA Level II evidence requirements, demonstrating positive effects on student outcomes, including enhanced grades and improved attendance rates.
Empowering Educators and Administrators
The LEO platform's robust scheduling tools, interactive classroom features, and data analytics engine not only facilitate student success but also equip educators and administrators with vital insights. Teachers and educational leaders gain access to real-time data regarding student participation and performance, allowing for informed interventions to support learners more effectively.
In summary, Tutor.com's continued focus on innovation and high-quality education solutions has solidified its position as a leader in the online tutoring space. As they celebrate these prestigious awards in 2024, both Tutor.com and The Princeton Review remain committed to transforming education and empowering students to reach their fullest potential.
For further details about Tutor.com and their innovative educational services, visit their website at
Tutor.com.