The QS Reimagine Education Awards celebrate the most pioneering initiatives in education worldwide, recognizing programs, technologies, and pedagogical approaches that reshape how students learn and thrive.
Breakout Learning announced that NextBooks: AI-Powered Discussion Platform for Higher Education has been shortlisted for the AI in Education Award at the 2025 QS Reimagine Education Awards. This year’s competition was fierce: over 1,600 submissions were reviewed by more than 800 international judges, and Breakout’s platform ranked in the top 20% globally.
Today, Breakout Learning is used in 225+ universities worldwide, including 17 of the top 20 business schools. Professors using Breakout have reported that students arrive more prepared, participate more confidently, and leave class with a clear understanding of their performance and growth opportunities.
By combining multimedia content, small-group discussion tools, and AI-powered evaluation, Breakout Learning has enabled over 16,000 students to engage in meaningful, high-quality discourse—at a scale never before possible.
With modular content, discussion-based learning, and authentic assessment, Breakout's platform helps institutions increase engagement, reduce administrative burden, and cut costs. For large lecture courses, Breakout personalizes student experiences while resolving the scalability challenges of traditional small-group discussions.
As finalists for the QS Reimagine Education Awards, Breakout Learning is honored to stand alongside innovators who are shaping the future of higher education.
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