SIGGRAPH Spotlight 92 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Education Disrupted
Sep 9, 2025
Join Greg Berridge, an industry training expert, Glenn Goldman, a distinguished educator, and Derek Hamm, a creative technology innovator, as they explore the future of education. They discuss the impact of AI in classrooms, advocating for adaptability instead of starting from scratch. Insights on fostering industry-academia relationships and emphasizing student collaboration are shared. The importance of continuous learning and real-world readiness through diverse projects is highlighted. They also celebrate the value of in-person networking at conferences like SIGGRAPH.
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Reflection Over Replacement
- Derek Hamm emphasizes that students must reflect on their identity and practice amid rapid tech change.
- He argues that human exchange and meaning remain central despite technological advances like AI.
Keep Industry-School Ties Active
- Greg Berridge urges studios to maintain ongoing relationships with schools through talks, mentors, and intern follow-ups.
- He advises studios to share usable resources with educators to improve students' demo reel material.
Fund Weird Research Projects
- Derek Hamm recommends combining immediate job training with research on 'wicked problems' to prepare students for future roles.
- He encourages industry-funded experimental projects that teach students adaptable, collaborative problem-solving skills.