Backpack Interactive

Backpack Interactive specialises in design for education technology. Over more than two decades it has worked on digital products for teachers, learners and families, following a research-led process that runs from strategy through to rollout.

Products and services

• User research: studying teachers, students and families to shape a product.
• UX strategy: defining obstacles and opportunities before design starts.
• Digital product design: interfaces for learning apps, platforms and simulations.
• Design systems: scalable components and site structures for education brands.
• Prototyping: early classroom prototypes for new platforms.

Who it serves

Clients include education publishers, edtech firms and universities. Projects include a design system for i-Ready, a handwriting app built with early childhood experts, a maths assessment system for Heinemann, and learning tools for the Wharton School's learning lab. It also partnered with Lego and Scholastic on a Mars-themed learning experience for young children.

Key facts

• Focus: education technology
• Experience: over two decades
• Recognition: W3 Award gold for education