Matt Tower
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Jan 24, 2025 • 1h 42min
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
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.
Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 5min
Week in Edtech 6/18/25 (Part 1): Professors Battle Cheating, Students Lose Sleep, Meta Buys Scale AI, AI Use Doubles, Gallup & McKinsey Reveal AI Trends, OpenAI Faces Backlash, Handwriting Returns, Parents Drive College Choices, and More!
Matt Tower from Whiteboard Advisors joins the discussion about the evolving edtech landscape. They highlight the rise of AI use in education and workplaces, revealing that it's doubled in just two years. There's concern over OpenAI's push into colleges, with critics fearing increased cheating. Professors are now turning back to blue books and flipped classrooms to combat AI plagiarism. They also delve into how poor tech habits are impacting student performance and the vital role parents play in shaping post-high school choices.
