PlayPosit transformed passive video consumption into active learning experiences by enabling educators to embed interactive questions and assessments directly into video content, with real-time analytics to track student engagement and comprehension.
Last updated Mar 8, 2026 by AI Enrichment
Leading interactive video platform for education before acquisition by YuJa
PlayPosit was an educational technology platform that enabled educators to create interactive video lessons by embedding questions, discussions, and assessments directly into video content. Founded as Educanon before rebranding to PlayPosit, the platform served K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and corporate training environments, allowing instructors to transform passive video watching into active learning experiences with real-time analytics and student engagement tracking. The platform gained significant traction in the education technology market by addressing the need for more engaging online and blended learning experiences. PlayPosit's bulb-based interactive video technology allowed educators to insert multiple-choice questions, free-response prompts, and discussion points at specific timestamps within videos, ensuring students remained engaged and comprehended the material. The platform integrated with major learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas, Blackboard, and Moodle, making it accessible within existing educational workflows. In 2020, PlayPosit was acquired by YuJa, a leading provider of video and lecture capture solutions for education. Following the acquisition, PlayPosit's technology and brand were integrated into YuJa's broader suite of educational video tools, with the PlayPosit name and distinct platform gradually being absorbed into YuJa's unified platform offerings. The acquisition allowed YuJa to expand its interactive video capabilities while PlayPosit's existing customer base transitioned to YuJa's ecosystem.
Core technology that allowed educators to insert questions, polls, and discussions at specific points within videos
Real-time reporting on student engagement, comprehension, and performance metrics
Seamless integration with major learning management systems for grade passback and single sign-on