Ambient Learning

Download the Ambient Learning app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and log in using your umich.edu email to get started reviewing flash cards!

Cards are automatically created using generative AI and sent to your mobile app once our spaced repetition algorithm determines you need to see a card. No need to create your own cards. Just review the cards and let the spaced-repetition algorithm do all the work!

Welcome to our innovative mobile flashcard app, where learning is seamlessly integrated with the power of spaced repetition to maximize students' long-term educational goals. Our app introduces an engaging approach by utilizing spaced repetition, a scientifically proven technique that optimizes memory retention. Through our app, students encounter meticulously crafted flashcards delivered at strategic intervals, ensuring efficient reinforcement of crucial concepts. What sets us apart is our unique methodology – instead of users generating their own flashcards, our app identifies "learning moments" while users engage with course material, both within the app and through our Chrome extension. These pivotal instances trigger the automatic generation of relevant flashcards, which are then seamlessly incorporated into the user's study plan.

Introduction

Welcome to Ambient Learning, an educational mobile application ("App") provided by Educational Technology Collective ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy governs the privacy practices for the Ambient Learning App and explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our App. By using the App, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We only collect the following information for research analytics purposes:

• Email Address: We may collect your email address with your explicit consent when you sign in through an authentication provider.
• Usage Data: We collect linked usage data from your interactions with the App. This information is collected using various technologies to enable the App to function (e.g. spaced repetition algorithm) and improve the performance and user experience of the App.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• Research Analytics: We use your email address, if provided, and usage data to conduct research and analyze user behavior to improve the App's functionality, performance, and user experience.
• Communication: If you provide us with your email address, we may use it to communicate with you regarding updates, news, and important announcements related to the Ambient Learning App. You can opt-out of these communications at any time by following the instructions provided in the email or contacting us directly.
• Aggregated Data: We may use aggregated and anonymized data for statistical analysis and to gain insights into user preferences and behavior. This information does not identify individual users.

Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent. However, we may disclose your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers to assist us in research analysis, data analytics, and other services related to the Ambient Learning App. These service providers have access to your information solely to perform their functions and are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Protection of Rights: We may disclose your information if we believe it is necessary to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding potential violations of our Terms of Service or to protect our rights, property, or safety or that of others.

Data Security

We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage method is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

The Ambient Learning App is not intended for children under the age of 4, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us, and we will delete the information from our records.

Your Choices

• Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving communications from us by following the instructions provided in the email or contacting us directly.
• Updating Your Information: If you provided your email address and wish to update or delete it from our records, please contact us.

Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our information practices. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Ambient Learning App or by other means. Please review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at ambientlearning@umich.edu.

By using the Ambient Learning App, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.