Edulive is one of the pioneering EdTech startups in Vietnam, specializing in building real-time interactive online learning solutions. Founded in 2018, Edulive has developed an integrated platform that includes a Learning Management System (LMS), a Digital Content Authoring Tool, and a Virtual Classroom — all developed in-house by its Vietnamese technical team. In an increasingly competitive digital education market, Edulive stands out with its intuitive content digitization technology, allowing teachers to easily convert traditional teaching materials into engaging digital formats without requiring programming or advanced design skills.
The core product of Edulive is its content digitization toolkit, enabling users to create highly interactive lessons with features such as drag-and-drop, multiple-choice selections, embedded videos, audio, and games within each slide. This not only fosters active student participation but also helps teachers monitor and assess learning progress in real time. Compared to typical online education solutions that are limited to video streaming or file sharing, Edulive offers a digital classroom environment that closely mimics traditional classroom interaction. This represents a significant step forward in enhancing teaching quality and improving learning outcomes, especially for students who struggle with conventional methods.
From a technical perspective, Edulive’s system is optimized for both desktop and mobile access and is designed to perform reliably even in areas with inconsistent internet connectivity — a common challenge across many regions in Vietnam.
The effectiveness of the platform is reflected not only in user experience but also in its recognition within the innovation ecosystem. Edulive was the only EdTech startup to reach the Top 3 of the TECHFEST Vietnam 2020 competition — a milestone that helped build its reputation and gain access to a network of specialized mentors and investors. Furthermore, being selected among the top 50 startups for the Google for Startups Academy Vietnam program brought not only technical support but also opportunities to scale up across Southeast Asia.
A key takeaway from Edulive’s journey is its consistent focus on solving a fundamental problem: making online learning more accessible and effective — not just through content, but also through delivery methods. Rather than attempting to build an all-encompassing product from the outset, the team chose to concentrate on content digitization — an essential but often underdeveloped area. This focus allowed them to conserve resources, maintain quality control, and optimize the user experience over time.
For other founders in EdTech or content-heavy industries, Edulive’s story offers a clear strategic lesson: there’s no need to chase the latest technology trends. Instead, start with the real problems users face and solve them step-by-step using continuously improvable tools. Strong localization, deep market understanding, and flexible implementation capabilities are the keys that allow a Vietnamese startup to create lasting value in education — a field where human factors always lie at the heart.
