ASU+GSV Summit Sessions Closing Knowledge Gaps in Math with AI-Powered Personalized Learning: UCSD & Vocareum
May 8, 2025
Seshashayee Murthy, a Data Science Researcher at UC San Diego, teams up with Sanjay Srivastava, CEO of Vocareum, to tackle the alarming decline in math proficiency among students. They discuss how AI-powered personalized learning can transform education by creating digital twins of students that diagnose knowledge gaps. This innovative approach ensures tailored instruction is delivered in real-time, seamlessly integrating with existing platforms. They explore enhancing engagement in math via virtual tutors and the promise of bridging educational divides for diverse learners.
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Students' Math Struggles Illustrated
- Students often feel overwhelmed by the wide range of math concepts they need to master.
- Many come to college doubting their math abilities or identify as "not a math person," affecting their majors and persistence.
Tutoring's Large Impact
- One-on-one tutoring can improve student performance by two standard deviations.
- The lowest performing tutored students reach median control group levels, demonstrating huge potential to scale.
Personalize Learning with AI
- Use AI to rapidly assess students' knowledge and personalize learning to their precise needs.
- Iteratively improve AI workflows based on real student data and scale through a robust platform.