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Edtech Insiders

Week in Edtech 3/5/2025: ASU GSV AI Show Preview, OpenAI's Global Expansion, ChatGPT's 400M Users, Google's Co-Scientist and Career Dreamer, Chegg vs. Google Lawsuit, Anthropic's 3.7 Model, Meta's VR Push, Microsoft's Muse Model, and More!

Mar 7, 2025
Claire Zau, Partner and AI lead at GSV, shares her insights on the dynamics of AI in education. The discussion previews the ASU GSV Conference and its focus on AI innovations. ChatGPT hits a staggering 400 million users, underscoring AI's expanding role. They delve into Google's Career Dreamer, designed to personalize educational journeys, and Chegg’s lawsuit against Google, questioning AI's influence on SEO. Zau also discusses the immersive potential of VR in classrooms and offers sage advice for EdTech entrepreneurs looking to integrate AI effectively.
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  • OpenAI is collaborating with educational institutions to democratize access to AI tools, addressing the digital divide in education.
  • Google's Career Dreamer tool revolutionizes career guidance through AI by mapping user skills to potential job titles and competencies.

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The Importance of Multimodal Learning in AI Tutoring

Effective AI tutoring requires incorporation of multiple modes of communication, especially visual reasoning, to enhance the learning experience. Many developers overlook the significance of visual aids, which can play a crucial role in subjects like math or art appreciation. For example, an AI tutor would benefit from being able to visually demonstrate the solution to a mathematical problem or showcase artwork to provide context. Thus, ensuring that AI tutoring systems incorporate multimodal capabilities is essential for delivering a comprehensive tutoring experience.

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