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2024 was a remarkable year for EdTech, with advancements that redefined teaching, learning, and the role of technology in education. But what’s next?

In Part 2 of our year-end special, Alex and Ben invite a panel of visionary leaders from across the EdTech ecosystem to share their reflections on 2024 and predictions for 2025.

🎙️ Featuring insights from:

Jomayra Herrera, Partner at Reach Capital
Amit Patel, Managing Director at Owl Ventures
Ben Wallerstein, CEO & Co-Founder at Whiteboard Advisors
John Higginson, Chief Technology Officer at Curriculum Associates
Karl Rectanus, Chairperson, Industry Council at EDSAFE AI Alliance
Andrew Goldman, EVP at HMH Labs

From the transformative power of AI to global innovation, workforce readiness, and the evolving funding landscape, these thought leaders bring invaluable perspectives to the table.

✨ Episode Highlights:

[00:02:23] 🤖 Jomayra on AI’s evolution: from experimentation to proven outcomes.
[00:07:00] 🌍 Amit explores global EdTech opportunities and demographic shifts.
[00:13:43] 📉 Ben Wallerstein on the impact of ESSER funding expiration in 2025.
[00:44:06] 📱 John highlights mobile learning’s dual role and voice AI advances.
[01:01:50] 🌎 Karl's bold predictions: leapfrogging global innovation in EdTech.
[01:03:08] ✍️ Andrew explains how generative AI meets high-quality content.

🎧 Want to hear Alex and Ben's reflections and predictions? Listen to Part 1 here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/187786

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