Ruangguru Inaugurating Roboguru, Edtech Startup Begins to Implement Smart Technology

Ruangguru recently made official a new feature dubbed "Roboguru". This service has actually been released in applications since 2019. The embedded technology is designed to assist students in answering questions from various subjects by providing discussions and recommendations on learning videos.

Roboguru takes advantage of Photo Search and User Generated Content capabilities. Users only need to send photos of the questions they find difficult to do, then the system will provide material recommendations that can help them solve the problem.

Now this feature is also brought to WhatsApp. With the same flow, users only need to send photos to the specified account. Roboguru will automatically bring up the answer along with an explanation of the concept within a few seconds.

To take advantage of the Roboguru feature, students can send messages via WhatsApp by typing "ROBOGURU" and sending it to number 081578150000. In addition, students can also use the Roboguru feature by downloading the application. Ruangguru.

"During online schools, the intensity of face-to-face communication and consultation with teachers becomes rare. When doing homework, lesson concepts are sometimes more difficult to understand without a face-to-face explanation from the teacher. We hope that the latest innovations Ruangguru through Roboguru can be a practical and effective solution in helping students," said the Head of K12 Product Ruangguru, Stephanie Hardjo.

Other roles of technology in education

Previously, Cakap as a language learning application developer startup has just released its newest service to make it easier for children to learn Mandarin. What is unique, they embed content based augmented reality so that the learning process becomes more attractive. Learning sessions conducted through video teleconferencing are equipped with interesting animations to increase children's interest in learning. The technology is the result of collaboration with AR&Co., through ISeeAR technology.

Startups EdTech Another one that also presents a unique concept through the application of smart technology is ELSA Speak. They take advantage of artificial intelligence services that combined with Voice Recognition. The focus of the service is helping users to learn English, especially in the speaking. Carefully the application will assess the pronunciation (pronunciation) performed by users and provide scores or recommendations for improvement.

As technology devices become more and more affordable – especially those that can be accessed via email, smartphone—providing its own space for innovators to give birth to innovative concepts in learning. Especially at this time, learning activities at home that lack direct interaction often make students tired and unable to optimally absorb the learning material presented. Attractive products based on technology can be an alternative to fill this gap.

Internal survey results Ruangguru from July to August 2020 to more than 800 students in 32 provinces concluded that some of the biggest challenges for students while participating in Distance Learning (PJJ) were difficulty understanding lessons without explanation from the teacher, getting more assignments without more varied and interactive learning, requires longer time to learn and do assignments, and barriers to communicating with teachers without face to face.