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Edtech Insiders
Week in Edtech 1/15/2025: LA School Fires, ChatGPT's To-Do's & Reminders Feature, PowerSchool Data Breach, $175M for Element451, Student Loan Forgiveness, and More! Feat. Emily Lai of Pearson, Dominik Kovacs of Colossyan and Adele Smolansky of AI-Learners
Jan 24, 2025
In this discussion, Emily Lai, VP at Pearson, dives into AI tools that enhance learning outcomes and study habits. Adele Smolansky, CEO of AI-Learners, reveals how AI is transforming accessibility in education. Dominik Kovacs, founder of Colossyan, shares insights on using AI-driven video solutions to create personalized learning experiences. The conversation also tackles urgent issues like recent wildfires impacting LA schools and a significant data breach at PowerSchool, highlighting the critical role of technology in navigating these challenges.
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- The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have severely impacted education, highlighting the need for resilient infrastructure in schools and reimagined learning spaces.
- EdTech companies are providing critical support to displaced families during crises, showcasing the potential for alternative learning methods to maintain educational continuity.
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The Impact of Disasters on Education
The recent L.A. fires have had a catastrophic impact on the education system, displacing thousands of teachers and affecting hundreds of thousands of students. Many students are not able to focus on academics due to the trauma and disruption caused by the fires. These events highlight the importance of how physical spaces for learning can be reimagined as rebuilding efforts commence. The situation raises crucial questions about resilience in educational infrastructure as schools consider improvements in design to withstand future calamities.
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