Cambridge University Press & Assessment Acquires CogBooks
September 9, 2021
Cambridge University Press & Assessment has acquired CogBooks, an adaptive online learning technology company, to strengthen its adaptive learning capabilities and combine Cambridge’s content with CogBooks’ courseware and platform. The acquisition will support existing partnerships such as Arizona State University and expand Cambridge’s online and adaptive learning offerings.
- Buyers
- Cambridge University Press & Assessment
- Targets
- CogBooks
- Industry
- Education
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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