Our New Reality: XR, Gaming and AI as New Computing Paradigms

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Jim Chilton, Executive Vice President & CTO at Cengage Group; Josh Reibel, CEO at Dreamscape Learn; Muhsinah L. Morris, Director of Metaverse Programs at Morehouse College; and Matt Sanders, Education and VR Director, Global Affairs at Meta. The conversation was moderated by Eric Klopfer, Professor at MIT.

The session explored how the convergence of artificial intelligence, gaming, and extended reality (XR) is catalyzing a seismic shift in education. Panelists examined the transformative potential of AI-powered mixed reality and gaming platforms to elevate student engagement, increase accessibility, and deliver truly personalized learning experiences. From spatial computing and neural interfaces to context-aware AI, they highlighted emerging innovations that deepen immersion, connect global learners, and dynamically adapt to individual needs. With a global perspective and a spotlight on tools like Dreamscape, the conversation illuminated how frontier technologies are redefining what it means to learn, teach, and connect in the 21st century.