Podcasts about edtech

If you've ever felt that education is changing faster than the systems meant to support you, this podcast gives you a clearer and more human way to understand that shift. You'll explore how inclusion, data literacy, AI and school culture can be viewed through a lens that actually reflects real lived experiences. In this episode you join Dr Nicole Ponsford, a former teacher turned researcher and founder of a platform built on more than twenty six thousand voices from schools around the world. Her work challenges long standing assumptions about data, belonging and leadership in ways that might change how you see your own role in education. Each conversation is designed to give you insights you can apply directly, whether you're an educator, school leader, policymaker or edtech professional looking to create real impact. With expert interviews and grounded perspectives, the podcast helps you cut through buzzwords and understand what truly drives meaningful change in schools. Follow the show to stay close to ideas and discussions that can shape the way you lead, teach and contribute to the future of learning. Before you dive in, make sure not to miss the key developments connected to this conversation. These show how the ideas discussed in this episode are already creating real momentum beyond the conversation itself. BETT 2026 Finalist Announcement We're thrilled to share that the Global Equality Collective (GEC) has been named a finalist for the BETT 2026 Transformational Impact Award! Sky News Feature GEC recently appeared on Sky News discussing the launch of the second edition of the Inclusion Index. Watch the short clip here: YouTube Short Read more: Sky News Article Exclusive Offer for School Leaders School and trust leaders can access an exclusive 10% launch discount on the GEC Platform. Simply email hello@thegec.education and use the code EDTECHPODCAST10 before the end of November. Follow the podcast and turn on notifications so you never miss conversations that can spark new ideas and inspire your next steps in education.

In Part 2 of this lively debate, MacKenzie and producer Jay address the real concerns you've voiced- turning kids into entrepreneurs at the expense of childhood, whether paying students kills motivation, Alpha's cost, and skepticism born from past EdTech failures. Jay plays the skeptic, MacKenzie defends the vision, and if you've ever had reservations about our philosophy, you won't want to miss this series.

“I realized that rather than talking one-to-one with patients in the exam room, you could talk one-to-many on social media,” says Dr. Kevin Pho, explaining the origins of KevinMD, the highly influential information sharing site he created for physicians, medical students and patients twenty years ago. Since then, KevinMD has become a valuable space for clinicians and patients to share stories and perspectives on topics from burnout and moral injury to technology and trust. In this conversation with Raise the Line host Michael Carrese, Dr. Pho reflects on the dual paths that have defined his career: as a practicing internal medicine physician and as one of healthcare's most trusted online voices. And despite the challenges of doing so, Dr. Pho encourages other medical providers to follow his lead. “Patients are going online, and if physicians are not there, they're going to get information that's perhaps politically-driven or simply inaccurate.”This thoughtful conversation also explores: How social media has reshaped health communicationThe risks and rewards for clinicians of having an online presence Why medical schools should teach negotiating skillsMentioned in this episode:KevinMDEstablishing, Managing and Protecting Your Online Reputation If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/podcast

Send us a textMireia Torello is the CEO and co-founder of Aikreate, an EdTech company revolutionizing AI Literacy for students and educators worldwide. With a PhD in Earth Sciences and an Executive MBA from IESE Business School, Mireia brings a unique mix of scientific and entrepreneurial experience. She has led Aikreate through partnerships with schools, universities, and governments and has been recognized at top innovation forums like SXSW EDU and ASU+GSV's Women in AI. Her mission: make AI accessible, ethical, and empowering for the next generation.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Logitech.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.With K-12 edtech budgets under pressure and funding sources in flux, making smart, sustainable technology investments has never been more critical. Join us for a discussion of brand new research from Logitech and THE Journal that sheds light on today's purchasing priorities and what drives confident decision making in schools. This edWeb podcast explores the three pillars of a dynamic classroom learning experience, and how they align with the evolving needs of students and educators.You hear from K-12 educators on applying these insights to inform districtwide technology decisions. Their perspectives provide a practical lens into how data-driven findings can shape impactful, future-ready learning environments.Listeners leave with actionable insights and proven strategies to guide future edtech investments and ensure every student has the right tools for success. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, education technology leaders, and librarians.LogitechSpark innovation and open up possibilities so students of all learning styles and locations thrive.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Edtech star Physics Wallah has taken a bold leap - from the virtual classroom to Dalal Street. What began in 2016 as Alakh Pandey’s YouTube channel for JEE and NEET aspirants has grown into a $2.8 billion unicorn—now testing investor sentiment with a ₹3,480 crore IPO. Yet, despite the hype, subscriptions remain sluggish and market buzz subdued. Is this the next phase of India’s edtech story or another early reality check for a celebrated startup? Ahead of the listing, ET’s Startups Editor Samidha Sharma and reporter Tanishka Dubey sat down with founders Alakh Pandey and Prateek Maheshwari to unpack the company’s rapid rise, its financial strain, and what comes next in its expansion playbook. Tune in. Check out other interesting episodes like - Groww’s ₹6,600 Cr Leap - Fintech’s Big Market Test Begins Nobel Laureate James A Robinson On Power and Prosperity, AI and SocietyCorner Office Conversation with Apollo’s Dr Preetha and Suneeta ReddyOML CEO on the Creator Economy’s Next WaveRebel Foods’ chief on Building Brands, Tech, and an IPO on the Horizon Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I'm joined by Charity Hatley, a middle school teacher librarian, who shares how she uses AI in schools to streamline research, evaluate books, and design creative, high-engagement activities for students. You'll also hear how Charity integrates platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini to boost media literacy, support higher-order thinking, and bring unique ideas—like a haiku game show—into her library. If you want to discover practical, time-saving ways to use AI to enhance learning experiences, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/11/11/ai-in-school-345/ Sponsored by my new ASCD deck of cards, Purposeful EdTechTips: http://www.ClassTechTips.com/cards Follow Charity Hatley on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charity-hatley-51b37a20b/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/  Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/   

“We've created this ecosystem where the vast majority of information on social media, particularly in nutrition science, is inaccurate or misleading,” says Dr. Jessica Knurick, a registered dietitian and Ph.D. in nutrition science specializing in chronic disease prevention. As you'll learn on this episode of Raise the Line with host Lindsey Smith, countering that trend has become Dr. Knurick's focus in the past several years, and her talent for translating complex scientific information into practical guidance has attracted a large following on social media. Beyond equipping her audience with the tools to think critically and make informed choices for themselves, she also wants them to make the connection between the generally poor health status of most Americans with public policies on food and health and advocate for more beneficial approaches. “We can create systems that put the most people in the position to succeed versus putting the most people in the position to fail.” Tune in to learn from this trusted voice on nutrition, food policy, and public health as she shares her perspectives on: Strategies for risk reduction and behavior changeWhat can rebuild trust in medical information How you can cut through the noise and spot misinformation onlineMentioned in this episode:Dr. Knurick's WebsiteTikTok ChannelInstagram FeedFacebook Page If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/podcast

In this episode of The Winston Marshall Show, I sit down with Lady Frederick Windsor, Sophie Winkleman, to discuss the dark side of smartphones, social media, and educational technology.Sophie, who went viral for her powerful speech at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship, exposes how screens are rewiring children's brains, destroying attention spans, and fuelling an epidemic of anxiety, self-harm, and gender confusion. From toddlers swiping before they can speak to schools replacing books with tablets, she warns that we are raising a generation addicted to dopamine and detached from reality.We explore how EdTech has infiltrated classrooms, how Big Tech is monetising childhood, and why governments and charities have failed to act. Sophie argues that “Big Tech in a school uniform” is not education; it is a billion-dollar experiment on our children.All this, from the smartphone crisis and the dangers of EdTech to the moral blindness of modern parenting, and why returning to books and real teachers may be the only way to save our children's minds.The interview was recorded on: 23rd September 2025 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To see more exclusive content and interviews consider subscribing to my substack here: https://www.winstonmarshall.co.uk/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Substack: https://www.winstonmarshall.co.uk/X: https://twitter.com/mrwinmarshallInsta: https://www.instagram.com/winstonmarshallLinktree: https://linktr.ee/winstonmarshall----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:33 Smartphone Effects 06:21 Gender Differences in Smartphone Impact13:36 The Issues and Radicalisation20:58 Early Exposure to Screens26:07 EdTech and Its Impact on Education49:52 Government and EdTech Regulation51:58 Social Media and Political Manipulation1:10:04 Impact of Digital Media on Children1:11:43 Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Participamos en la EdTech Talent Conference Madrid, un espacio donde convergen la tecnología, la educación y la inteligencia artificial. En este episodio, compartimos 10 lecciones clave que hemos aprendido como EdTech, sobre cómo impulsar la innovación educativa desde la colaboración entre el talento académico y la tecnología. Reflexionamos sobre los retos y oportunidades que enfrentan las instituciones al integrar la IA en sus modelos de aprendizaje, y cómo la creatividad humana sigue siendo el motor esencial del futuro del EdTech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textAdam Mangana is the Co-Founder and CEO of Optima Ed, the first full-time VR homeschool backed by Meta. With over 15 years in edtech leadership, he's pioneering immersive, AI-driven learning experiences that expand access to quality education and reimagine how, where, and why students learn.

Join us for a transformative conversation with Helene Alalouf, an instructional coach with 32 years of classroom experience and professor at Touro University, as she introduces the Learner Variability Navigator (LVN)—a powerful, free open-source tool from Digital Promise that's changing how teachers approach differentiated instruction. Helene shares her pivotal moment when a principal challenged her "teaching to the middle" approach, revealing a truth every educator needs to hear: there is no average learner. This realization launched her journey toward data-informed instruction that serves all students without requiring 30 individual lesson plans or relying on debunked learning styles theories. Discover how the LVN provides over 100 research-backed strategies, each complete with descriptive overviews, classroom videos, implementation tips, EdTech examples, and related strategies. Learn how to create personal workspaces for instructional planning and explore examples from other educators focusing on SEL support, unit planning, and more. Helene reveals how implementing just two of Marzano's nine instructional strategies with fidelity, summarizing and note-taking with graphic organizers, and cooperative learning with discussion protocols and project-based learning, helped her students excel on standards-based tests while developing confidence and transferable skills. Explore the four comprehensive domains the LVN addresses: student background (including adverse experiences, language, socioeconomic status, and more), social-emotional learning (emotion, mindset, motivation, CASEL-5 competencies, stereotype threat), cognition (attention, memory, metacognition, cognitive flexibility), and content-specific factors for literacy or mathematics. Get Helene's practical six-step process for implementing the LVN: registering for your free account, creating workspaces, selecting learner models, identifying factors affecting your class profile, choosing appropriate strategies, and accessing resources during planning. She emphasizes starting small—selecting just a few factors and strategies to implement reflectively rather than attempting everything at once. Perfect for classroom teachers, instructional coaches, curriculum coordinators, and administrators seeking evidence-based approaches to differentiated instruction. This episode will transform how you think about lesson design and student variability. Ready to move beyond the bell curve and meet every student where they are? This episode provides the framework and tools you need. Learner Variability Navigator: https://lvp.digitalpromiseglobal.org/ #LearnerVariabilityNavigator #WholeChildEducation #EvidenceBasedTeaching #EdTechTools #NewTeacherTips #NewTeachers #NewTeacherTalk #TeacherPodcast 

How AI Is Transforming School Technology Planning ft. Robbie Cobbs | My EdTech Life Ep.342In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Robbie Cobbs, the founder of Tech My School and creator of Tech Plan Genie, a groundbreaking platform built by tech directors for tech directors.We talk about how school leaders can create meaningful, data-driven technology plans that bring their vision to life, empower teachers, and make innovation sustainable. No hype, no buzzwords—just real stories and practical solutions that work in schools.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Welcome and sponsor shoutouts (Book Creator, Eduaide.ai, Yellowdig, Peel Back Education) 01:00 – Catching up with Robbie Cobbs and his big news 03:00 – How Tech My School is transforming education in Puerto Rico 05:00 – The Google encounter that sparked Tech Plan Genie 08:00 – The reality of being a tech director without support 10:00 – Building a tool that helps schools plan and grow smarter 13:00 – Collaboration, inclusion, and creating the right task force 15:00 – Using data and strategy to drive professional learning 18:00 – Turning tech plans into ongoing project management 21:00 – Introducing the Genie assistant: an AI that knows your school 24:00 – Equity, access, and making EdTech affordable for all 31:00 – Why Tech Plan Genie belongs in every school 40:00 – How Tech My School is changing education in Puerto Rico 44:00 – Bringing innovation, esports, and PD to underserved schools 49:00 – Inviting educators and vendors to join the Tech My School Conference 53:00 – My reflections on transparency, leadership, and impact 54:00 – Robbie's Edu Kryptonite 55:00 – The billboard message that sums up his mission 56:00 – The one person Robbie would trade places with 58:00 – Closing thoughts and my reminder to always “Stay Techie”

The CBO was hacked by a suspected foreign actor. Experts worry Trump's budget cuts weaken U.S. cyber defenses. Regulation shapes expectations. ClickFix evolves on macOS. Notorious cybercrime groups form a new “federated alliance.” Congressional leaders look to counter China's influence in 6G networks. An EdTech firm pays $5.1 million to settle data breach claims. Nevada did not pay the ransom. Our guest is CEO and Co-Founder Ben Nunez from Evercoast, winner of the 8th Annual DataTribe Challenge. The FBI tries to uncover the archivist. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Evercoast, winner of the 8th Annual DataTribe Challenge, is redefining Training Data for Embodied AI with enriched 4D spatial data from real-world environments to better train robots. CEO and Co-Founder Ben Nunez joins Dave Bittner to discuss their win and what's next for the company. Selected Reading Congressional Budget Office believed to be hacked by foreign actor (The Washington Post) Trump budget cuts, agency gutting, leave Americans and economy at greater risk of being hacked, experts warn (CNBC) The quiet revolution: How regulation is forcing cybersecurity accountability (CyberScoop) ClickFix Attacks Against macOS Users Evolving (SecurityWeek) “I Paid Twice” Phishing Campaign Targets Booking.com (Infosecurity Magazine) Scattered Spider, LAPSUS$, and ShinyHunters form extortion alliance (SC Media) Congressional leaders want an executive branch strategy on China 6G, tech supply chain (CyberScoop) Ed tech company fined $5.1 million for poor data security practices leading to hack (The Record) Nevada government declined to pay ransom, says cyberattack traced to breach in May (The Record) FBI Tries to Unmask Owner of Infamous Archive.is Site (404 Media) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textJoin hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they recap a post–New York EdTech Week full of highs and hard truths.✨ Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Alpha School's backlash and what it reveals about AI-based education. [00:06:58] EdTech's new K–20 alliance with Microsoft and Google for responsible AI. [00:10:09] The risks and lessons from Alpha School's rapid rise and fall. [00:21:53] Chegg cuts 45% of staff amid AI disruption and market pressure. [00:26:01] Kaplan launches AI tools built on 85 years of learner data. [00:31:02] Mem0 raises $23M to build a universal AI memory layer. [00:38:10] Cal State's OpenAI deal sparks debate on Big Tech in higher ed. [00:44:18] The media's anti-AI narrative and its impact on innovation. Plus, special guests:[00:50:24] Rebecca Winthrop, Director of the Center for Universal Education at Brookings, and Jenny Anderson, award-winning journalist and co-author of The Disengaged Teen, on student agency, engagement, and the four learner modes. [01:11:14] Justin Reich, Director of the MIT Teaching Systems Lab, on AI in Schools: Perspectives for the Perplexed and how educators can experiment safely with emerging AI tools. 

Hannah Quay-de la Vallee, Senior Technologist at the Center for Democracy & Technology, joins Megan Lynch. She explains that a new report reveals that many Ed Tech companies are offering little transparency about important elements of the AI products they're marketing to your kids' K through 12 schools.

Could studying the DNA of extinct animals – or even bringing them back to life – help us save today's endangered species and inform modern medicine?  That may sound like the premise for a Hollywood movie, but it's work that our Raise the Line guest, Dr. Beth Shapiro, is actually engaged in as Chief Science Officer at Colossal Biosciences, which describes itself as the world's first and only de-extinction company.  “It's not just about learning about the past. It's learning about the past so we have more validated scientific information that we can use to predict what we can do to better influence the future,” she tells host Michael Carrese. An internationally-renowned evolutionary molecular biologist and paleogeneticist, Dr. Shapiro is a pioneer in ancient DNA research and has successfully sequenced genomes, like that of the dodo, to study evolution and the impact on humans. At Colossal Biosciences, she leads teams working to bring back traits of extinct species such as the mammoth, not for spectacle, but to restore ecological balance. “When species become extinct, you lose really fundamental interactions between species that existed in that ecosystem. By taking a species that's alive today and editing its DNA so that it resembles those extinct species, we can functionally replace those missing ecological interactions.” Tune into this utterly fascinating conversation to hear about what Jurassic Park got wrong, the positive ecological impact of reintroducing giant tortoises to Mauritius, and the ethics of using gene editing and other biotechnologies. Mentioned in this episode:Colossal Biosciences If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/podcast

Alicia Quan and Sarah Mondestin interview Alex Darrow, Principal Designer at Microsoft Education. Alex discusses his journey from a childhood love for gaming to leading the design of innovative reading tools at Microsoft. He shares his experiences working on reading products, including the development of the Reading Coach and Reading Progress tools that have become essential in classrooms, especially during the COVID pandemic. Alex highlights the importance of observing children's learning processes and emphasizes creating engaging, gamified educational experiences. The episode also features a special guest, Alex's daughter Zoe, who provides her perspective on her dad's work and shares valuable advice for designers creating educational tools for kids.Chapters01:13 - Early Gaming Influences03:04 - Career Journey and Academic Background05:07 - Transition to Microsoft and EdTech10:02 - Voice User Interface Design12:11 - Hackathons and Product Development19:17 - Reading Progress and COVID-1927:01 - Future of Reading Coach and Gamification31:34 - AI Hype vs. Panic: Where Do You Stand?32:21 - The Role of AI in Education33:57 - Advice for EdTech Designers34:14 - Personal Literacy Journeys38:01 - The Impact of Reading Progress and Flipgrid42:02 - Lightning Round: Quickfire Questions49:03 - Special Guest: Zoe's Perspective

In this insightful episode of An Educated Guest, host Todd Zipper sits down with Katie Boody Adorno, Founder and CEO of LEANLAB Education. Katie shares her journey from the front lines of a middle school classroom to becoming a national voice for community-led innovation. She explains the genesis of LEANLAB, which was born from the frustrating realization that conventional reform efforts were failing to close the achievement and opportunity gaps for vulnerable student populations. The core of the conversation revolves around LEANLAB's signature co-creation model—the imperative of building EdTech solutions directly with students and teachers, rather than imposing them from the outside. Katie also provides a nuanced perspective on the AI revolution, discussing its immense potential for personalized learning and the critical need for constant accountability to ensure technology serves the mission of equity. This is a must-listen for investors, EdTech founders, and education leaders who want to build solutions that generate real, measurable impact.Key Takeaways from this Episode:The Mission of Equity: Why finding educational breakthroughs must be done within the students' lifetimes.The Power of Co-Creation: How involving families, students, and educators in design leads to highly capable and impactful tools.The Role of the Teacher: Why teachers are the most important experts and must drive the innovation agenda.Leadership in a Changing World: Katie's philosophy on maintaining purpose, checking assumptions, and fostering a culture of constant learning in the face of rapid change.About Our Guest:Katie Boody Adorno is the Founder and CEO of LEANLAB Education, a non-profit organization dedicated to accelerating educational innovation through community co-creation. She began her career as a middle school teacher in Kansas City and is a recognized thought leader on EdTech, equity, and student-centered design.

In this episode of Workplace Stories, we sit down with Lori Niles-Hoffman, global learning strategist, EdTech advisor, and author of The Eight Levers of EdTech Transformation. With over 25 years of experience implementing large-scale learning systems, Lori brings a no-nonsense, deeply human perspective to how organizations can thrive at the intersection of technology, data, and talent.Lori reveals why EdTech success isn't about shiny tools, it's about mastering eight foundational levers that determine whether your learning strategy creates value or chaos. From ecosystem thinking to stakeholder management, she explains how leaders can future-proof learning strategies through data, design, and disciplined experimentation.You'll hear candid insights on how AI is reshaping L&D, not by changing the rules, but by exposing where we've been weak all along. Lori also shares why the “backend just got sexy,” and how the next competitive edge won't come from beautiful interfaces, but from the quality of data and insights driving them.You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...[00:00] The eight levers shaping EdTech transformation.[06:00] Lessons from 25 years in enterprise learning systems.[09:00] Why most L&D tech investments fail before they start.[14:00] The rise of data literacy and “sexy backends” in learning design.[17:00] Why clean data matters more than new tool.[24:00] A breakdown of the eight levers and how they work together.[29:00] Stakeholder management and ecosystem thinking in practice.[35:00] The new role of AI in exposing weak learning strategies.[39:00] Why skills, not titles, will define the future of learning.[41:00] The human side of transformation: keeping people at the center.The Future of Learning Isn't About Tech, It's About LeverageLori's framework flips the script on how organizations approach learning transformation. Rather than starting with technology, she urges leaders to first clarify their target operating model, data readiness, and stakeholder relationships. The result? Smarter decisions, stronger credibility, and sustainable change.Her book's eight levers, ranging from content strategy to ecosystem alignment, help leaders navigate the “medium term” (through 2028) of rapid evolution in learning technology. As Lori puts it, the goal isn't to adopt AI or automation for their own sake, it's to make learning adaptive, outcomes-focused, and undeniably relevant.Data, Ecosystems, and the “Sexy Backend”Forget fancy dashboards, Lori believes the true revolution is happening behind the scenes. As user interfaces disappear and voice or text prompts replace them, differentiation will come from data governance, interoperability, and predictive insights. The backend, she says, is now where strategy lives.She emphasizes that AI doesn't change the levers, it exposes their weaknesses. The organizations winning in this new era will be those that invest in clean data, aligned systems, and smart stakeholder engagement.Skills as the Spine of the Future WorkforceAmong the eight levers, Lori highlights skills as the “spine” connecting every other element of learning strategy.She challenges L&D professionals to stop chasing shiny taxonomies and instead treat skills like a supply chain, measured, managed, and constantly replenished. The goal isn't just mobility or efficiency; it's resilience.Resources & People MentionedL&D Tech Ecosystem 2020Skills OddysseyLearning Strategy paperLori's bookConnect with Lori Niles-HoffmanLori on LinkedInConnect With Red Thread ResearchWebsite: Red Thread ResearchOn LinkedInOn FacebookOn TwitterSubscribe to WORKPLACE STORIES

In this episode, I share how goal setting activities can help students take ownership of their learning and stay motivated throughout the school year. You'll also hear actionable tips for incorporating goal setting into different subjects and digital tools for creating customizable activities. If you want to inspire students to set meaningful goals and track their progress, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/11/04/goal-setting-activities-344/ Sponsored by my new ASCD deck of cards, Purposeful EdTechTips: http://www.ClassTechTips.com/cards Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/  Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/   

According to the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, women make up 70% of the global healthcare workforce but hold only about 25% of leadership positions. Our guest today on Raise the Line, Dr. Roopa Dhatt, has been a leading voice in the movement to correct that imbalance through co-founding an organization called Women in Global Health (WGH), which has established chapters in over 60 countries since it started a decade ago. Dr. Dhatt is also pursuing that agenda and addressing other pressing issues in healthcare as a Young Global Leader at the World Economic Forum. “We're changing the equation so women delivering health are also viewed and valued as leaders,” says the internal medicine physician and assistant professor at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Beyond leadership equity, Dr. Dhatt is also seeking to address systemic pay inequities and high levels of violence and harassment experienced by women in the health sector, issues that were highlighted in research conducted by WGH. Although WGH has seen high-level success influencing policy at the World Health Organization and United Nations, Dr. Dhatt says the heart of its success is local. “Women community health workers have begun to see themselves as leaders and the heroines of health in their communities. That's profound change.” Join host Michael Carrese for a probing conversation that identifies the structural barriers blocking advancement for women and that explains why the health of communities and the planet depend on inclusive leadership.Mentioned in this episode:Women in Global HealthWHO Report: Delivered By Women, Led By MenDr. Roopa Dhatt on LinkedIn If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/podcast

In this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Ed Tech expert and CEO of Integrity Advocate, Brandon Smith, to discuss career transitions and the current state and outlook for education technology.  Brandon shares his remarkable journey from a dedicated law enforcement officer working undercover in narcotics to a C-suite leader in the educational technology sector. Brandon reveals how navigating the ethical dilemmas he encountered in law enforcement, including exposing corruption within his own department, and how those experiences fueled his passion for making a positive impact in the education sector, and led to a pivotal career change that reshaped his life. Brandon shares his lens on the state of ed tech and highlights the pressing need for innovation in higher education.  He discusses how institutions are adapting to changing student demographics and the rise of microlearning, delving into the complexities of educational institutions and emphasizing the importance of understanding their unique cultures and the impact of new leadership on the adoption of technology.  Plus, Brandon addresses the growing trend of students opting for alternative pathways to education, including skills-based certifications and online courses, and the role these play in shaping the future workforce. Connect with Brandon: Integrity Advocate: https://integrityadvocate.com/  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonasmith/ X: https://x.com/EdTechXperts  Book: ‘The Silent Leader': https://a.co/d/ftlfMKH Ed TechExperts: https://edtechxperts.org/  info@edtechxperts.org  Connect with the show: LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

Experienced technology industry leader with extensive experience working across cloud, AI, device, productivity, and gaming offerings. Dedicated career driving best practices in teaching and learning supported by technology – and empowering leaders, educators, and students for success in the classroom and beyond. Partnered with community and government leaders around the world to define and deliver projects and policy aimed at transforming education systems. Leading sales and marketing executive, responsible for managing education business and education global sales teams of over 650 people with an inclusive and mentorship approach. Teams led have consistently achieved business goals year over year, achieving often double-digit growth across the organization. Active spokesperson invited to speak and keynote at industry events, schools, and universities around the world. Received numerous awards for work in advancing technology in schools and most recently received the Association of American Publishers' Visionary Award and a position in Tech & Learning's List of the Most Influential People in Edtech.

Send us a textJoe Watt co-founded ECMC Group's Education Impact Fund to back bold ideas expanding equity and opportunity in education. Today, he leads the Fund as Managing Director, shaping how patient, mission-driven capital creates lasting change. He's joined by Atin Batra, a Director at the Fund, who leads investments across the learner journey, bringing a global venture lens and a deep focus on measurable outcomes that improve learner success.

ISE's strategic move into EdTech is impressive, but what about healthcare, hospitality, and corporate spaces? The "it worked yesterday" excuse doesn't cut it when your boardroom AV fails, here's how to make sure it never happens again.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch AVWeek episode covering critical topics from the commercial AV world. This week they're debating ISE's next strategic opportunities beyond education, and educating IT and AV end users so they can make smarter, quality decisions and avoid costly installation failures.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Brad Hintze – CrestronJeremy Elesser – Level 3 AudiovisualSteph Beckett – rAVe PubsThis Week In AV:AV Magazine – Biamp Acquires ClearOne AssetsCommercial Integrator – Paul Lidsky is Diversified's new CEOAV Magazine – Crestron Opens New Experience Center in BelgiumAVNation – InfoComm América Latina 2025's First OutingRoundtable Topics:AVNation – AV Install NightmaresrAVe Pubs – ISE Partners with EduTech for 2026See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can AI truly transform teaching without adding another fragmented tool to an educator's already overflowing plate? In this thought-provoking episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, we welcome Arman Jaffer, CEO and Founder of Brisk Teaching, to share his journey with working to solve the problem of ever-increasing teacher workload and EdTech fragmentation. Arman explains how Brisk is fundamentally different from other AI tools. Instead of a separate dashboard, it functions as a Chrome extension/Edge add-on, delivering AI capabilities directly where the teacher is working, whether it's drafting feedback in Google comments or instantly changing a text's reading level. Key Takeaways You'll Explore: The Three Phases of AI in Education: The shift from initial fears over academic integrity to a focus on educator productivity, and finally to the emerging era of student-facing AI. The Power of AI for Formative Data: Why student-facing AI tutors provide richer, more targeted instructional data than traditional exit tickets, helping teachers identify and address student misconceptions. Defining "Teacher In The Loop": Arman clarifies this buzzword, emphasizing the importance of the teacher initiating and setting up AI activities intentionally to ensure equitable use and hold students accountable for the learning objective. The Spectrum of AI Exposure: A discussion on what intentional AI integration looks like across grade levels, from K-5 (focusing on voice and prescriptive tasks) to high school (preparing students for ubiquitous AI use in college and career). Action-Oriented Design: How Brisk simplifies the teacher's process into just five core buttons, ensuring the technology supports high-quality instructional actions without becoming overwhelming. Whether you're a classroom teacher looking for genuine time savings, an administrator seeking a strategic approach to AI, or a leader focused on driving student outcomes, this conversation offers an essential roadmap for leveraging the next generation of EdTech. Learn more about Brisk Teaching at https://www.briskteaching.com/

Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems shaping the future of education—Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and Educational Technology Trends. Dr. Maria Anderson shares her journey in education and the creation of Socrait, a tool designed to reduce teacher burnout by streamlining classroom data management. She explains how cognitive exhaustion affects teachers and how Socrait captures spoken data during lessons, freeing educators to focus on teaching. The discussion includes user feedback, data privacy considerations, and the mission to enhance teacher happiness and effectiveness. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning:Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported.Curriculum Design and Implementation:Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels.Effective Instructional Coaching:Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Key Takeaways: Dr. Maria Anderson brings 30 years of education experience to her work.Socrait enhances teacher happiness and strengthens school communities.Teachers face cognitive exhaustion from managing overwhelming data and responsibilities.Socrait captures spoken classroom data, helping teachers remember important interactions.Socrait quickly drafts parent communications based on classroom observations.Teachers report feeling calmer and more focused when using Socrait.Data privacy is central—no audio is recorded, and the platform is FERPA compliant.Socrait is user-friendly and accessible on mobile devices.Teachers can leverage Socrait to refine their instructional practices.The platform empowers educators to focus on meaningful learning experiences. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Socrait and Dr. Maria Anderson01:54 The Journey to Socrait: Addressing Teacher Burnout05:22 Demonstrating Socrait: A Classroom Tool for Teachers12:18 Feedback from Educators: The Impact of Socrait13:48 Data Privacy in AI: Ensuring Safety with Socrait15:23 Final Thoughts: Empowering Teachers with Socrait Resources Mentioned in This Episode: www.Socrait.com About our Guest: Dr. Maria Andersen Dr. Maria Andersen is the Cofounder and CEO of Socrait, her 2nd EdTech startup. With a 30-year career dedicated to improving teaching and learning, Maria has always kept one foot in the classroom. She's taught across community colleges, private colleges, universities, and K-12 schools, covering a wide range of subjects, including math, business, chemistry, ELL, and her personal favorite, a middle school elective she designed and is still teaching, called "Technology & Society." Links of Interest Website:

As part of our ongoing collaboration with Central Square Foundation, we are excited to bring to you the fifth and final episode of our series where we talk about the learnings and best practices from the NIPUN Bharat Mission and its future in the country.It has been over four years since the NIPUN Bharat Mission launched and ushered in significant strides in learning outcomes among children from pre-primary to Grade 3. This is the age when children develop the crucial skills of reading, and performing basic math, which are vital for sustaining lifelong learning and shaping their future development.To understand what steps would be required in the coming years to ensure that all children achieve NIPUN competencies in Literacy and Numeracy, along with strategies for scaling the learning level outcomes, we'll be joined by Shaveta Sharma-Kukreja, CEO & Managing Director, Central Square Foundation who leads the foundation's work in Foundational Literacy &  Numeracy, Early Childhood Education, EdTech & School governance.Hosted and produced by Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh PawarLinks to the previous episodes of our series with CSF:Episode 1Episode 2Episode 3Episode 4

Many leaders are trapped between chasing ambitious, ill-defined AI projects and the paralysis of not knowing where to start. Dr. Randall Olson argues that the real opportunity isn't in moonshots, but in the "trillions of dollars of business value" available right now. As co-founder of Wyrd Studios, he bridges the gap between data science, AI engineering, and executive strategy to deliver a practical framework for execution. In this episode, Randy and Hugo lay out how to find and solve what might be considered "boring but valuable" problems, like an EdTech company automating 20% of its support tickets with a simple retrieval bot instead of a complex AI tutor. They discuss how to move incrementally along the "agentic spectrum" and why treating AI evaluation with the same rigor as software engineering is non-negotiable for building a disciplined, high-impact AI strategy. They talk through: How a non-technical leader can prototype a complex insurance claim classifier using just photos and a ChatGPT subscription. The agentic spectrum: Why you should start by automating meeting summaries before attempting to build fully autonomous agents. The practical first step for any executive: Building a personal knowledge base with meeting transcripts and strategy docs to get tailored AI advice. Why treating AI evaluation with the same rigor as unit testing is essential for shipping reliable products. The organizational shift required to unlock long-term AI gains, even if it means a short-term productivity dip. LINKS Randy on LinkedIn (https://www.zenml.io/llmops-database) Wyrd Studios (https://thewyrdstudios.com/) Stop Building AI Agents (https://www.decodingai.com/p/stop-building-ai-agents) Upcoming Events on Luma (https://lu.ma/calendar/cal-8ImWFDQ3IEIxNWk) Watch the podcast video on YouTube (https://youtu.be/-YQjKH3wRvc)

“They say it takes a village to raise a child. I really think it takes a village to treat a patient,” says Dr. Lanae Mullane, a naturopathic doctor and clinical strategist who has spent years at the forefront of bridging functional medicine, nutraceutical development, and digital health. In this episode of Raise the Line, host Lindsey Smith explores Dr. Mullane's view that naturopathic medicine complements conventional care by expanding -- not replacing -- the clinical toolkit, and that collaboration should be the future of medicine. “At the end of the day, collaboration and connection create the best outcomes for the people we serve,” she says. Their in-depth conversation also spans the shifting landscape of women's hormone health, including the perimenopausal transition and long-overdue calls for research equity. “We're not just smaller versions of men. We need to have dedicated research for us.” Tune in to learn about the importance of grounding health in sustainable habits, rethinking midlife care for women, and how to help patients take ownership of their health.Mentioned in this episode:Joi + BlokesSuppCoDr. Mullane's Clinical Website If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/podcast

Going for Growth - the business development programme for female entrepreneurs - will host an Inspiring Roadshow event at Dublin City University (DCU) next month. The Going for Growth: Inspiring Roadshow will take place at the Polaris Building at DCU's Glasnevin Campus on November 6. Doors open at 6 pm. The event will run from 6.30 pm to 9 pm and includes time for networking and refreshments. Registration is free and can be booked on the home page of the www.goingforgrowth.com website under 'News Updates'. The Inspiring Roadshow is one of a series planned in Dublin and Galway, which are designed to provide information and encouragement to businesswomen at any stage of their entrepreneurial journey. Alongside an array of special guest speakers, there will also be information on supports, like Going for Growth, designed for those who wish to increase revenue, create employment, and explore new market opportunities. The DCU event will feature contributions from Dr Sheelagh Brady, founder of the AI-powered personalised travel risk management application Kowroo; Emily Brick, founder and Managing Director of Athena Analytics, an EdTech company that tracks academic performance using machine learning and AI tools; and Dr Anne Cusack, founder and formally of Critical Healthcare, a leader in the Emergency Services market providing healthcare solutions at the frontline. Dr Sheelagh Brady will offer insight into her journey from academic research in the areas of Criminal Justice and Crime Science to working in high-risk environments with the United Nations and European Union missions in countries such as Nigeria, Libya and Bosnia and Herzegovina. She co-founded Kowroo to provide travellers with real-time personalised risk insights, enabling them to make smarter decisions while abroad. Emily Brick will discuss how she combined her academic background in statistics and data analytics with a passion for mathematics and education to create Athena Analytics in 2017. The EdTech company now works with 350 schools to enable more data-driven academic tracking and support. Dr Anne Cusack, meanwhile, will give an outline of her experience co-founding Critical Healthcare, a contribution which is sure to showcase her strong background in MedTech and digital technology, as well as her experience in scaling a business. These Inspiring Roadshows are taking place while the call for applications for a new cycle of Going for Growth is open, so enterprising women, at various stages of their entrepreneurial journey, can learn what is possible from the experience of other women. Going for Growth is supported by Enterprise Ireland and KPMG. The closing date for receipt of completed applications for participation in the next cycle of Going for Growth is midnight, November 21. Those interested in getting an application form sent to them should register on the website www.GoingforGrowth.com. Sixty places are available for the free programme, which is due to begin with a one-day Launch Forum in January and will run until June. National Director of Going for Growth, Paula Fitzsimons, said: "We're delighted to bring our Going for Growth: Inspiring Roadshows to Galway and Dublin in November. We hope the information provided at these evenings, along with the contributions from our guest speakers, will encourage female entrepreneurs to be more ambitious in their business development goals. We also hope that it will demonstrate the support available, including Going for Growth, designed to support ambitious women to realise their growth aspirations. The deadline for applications for the 18th cycle of Going for Growth is midnight on Friday, November 21, so Inspiring Roadshows come at just the right time for anyone who may be considering applying." Visit www.goingforgrowth.com for more details and to request an application form. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find ...

Recently, the Ministry of Education announced that an Artificial Intelligence (AI) curriculum would be introduced from Class 3 onwards for the next academic year (2026-27). In July, the government had launched the Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) initiative, under which thousands of CBSE schools will offer AI as a skill subject starting from Class 6. Should AI be introduced as part of school curricula? Here we discuss the issue. Guests: Aparajita Bharti, co-founder of public policy firm The Quantum Hub and Young Leaders for Active Citizenship; Viplav Bakshi, founder of EdTech platforms AmplifyU and Edulist AI Host: Sruthi Darbhamulla Edited by Jude Weston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor in Chief Rhea Kelly sits down with John Baker, CEO of D2L, to discuss the current state of the ed tech industry and the impact of AI on education. The conversation delves into how AI is being integrated into educational platforms to enhance both teaching and student experiences, the importance of responsible AI usage, and D2L's approach to AI innovation. Key topics also include faculty training, risk mitigation, and the future goals of AI in edtech. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:27 Personal Anecdotes and Learning Joy 01:10 AI's Role in Education 02:48 Innovations in Learning Platforms 06:48 Responsible AI Integration 11:55 Future Goals and Industry Trends 18:47 Advice for Higher Education Institutions 23:08 Conclusion and Farewell Music: Mixkit Duration: 24 minutes Transcript (coming soon)

In this episode, I share how to create a YouTube playlist to organize and share free videos with students, families, and colleagues. You'll also hear why playlists are a powerful classroom tool, plus best practices for curating high-quality content to support differentiation and independent learning. Tune in for a step-by-step guide to building your own playlist and making video content more accessible for your learners! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/10/28/free-videos-with-students-343/ Sponsored by my Easy EdTech Club: https://www.EasyEdTechClub.com Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

How can AI transform education without compromising learning? In this podcast hosted by Boston New Technology CPO Shweta Agrawal, Cengage Group SVP of Product Ghazal Badiozamani will be speaking on ethical AI and value-driven product development in EdTech. Ghazal shares her innovative approach to creating AI tools that enhance student learning by focusing on critical thinking and pedagogical outcomes, rather than simply providing answers.

“It's kind of a miracle, frankly,” says Dr. John Buse, a distinguished professor at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine, referring to the effectiveness of GLP-1 receptor agonist medications such as Ozempic in treating type 2 diabetes, promoting significant weight loss, and reducing cardiovascular risk. As a physician scientist for the last three decades at UNC, Dr. Buse has played a key role in ushering in this new era of diabetes care, leading or participating in over 200 clinical studies on this class of drugs and others. “Nothing has impacted diabetes care like the GLP-1 receptor agonists. I have lots of patients whose diabetes was never well controlled who have seen all their metabolic problems essentially resolved.”  In this fascinating conversation with Raise the Line host Lindsey Smith, Dr. Buse not only explains how these drugs work, but also provides a clear-eyed look at side effects, and addresses issues of cost and access. Join us for the remarkable story – including the role played by Gila monsters -- behind one of the biggest developments in medicine over the past several years from a world renowned diabetes researcher and clinician. Mentioned in this episode:UNC School of Medicine If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/podcast

 Teaching in an AI World ft. David L. Jackson | My EdTech Life Ep. 341 In this episode of My EdTech Life, Dr. Fonz Mendoza sits down with David L. Jackson of Digital Promise to talk about how educators can slow down, refocus, and bring humanity back to teaching in an AI-driven world.David shares insights from the upcoming Elevating Innovation: Thinking in an AI World conference, a research-based, human-centered event designed to help educators, leaders, and district teams move from surviving the AI shift to shaping it.• Questions Explored• How do we humanize tech integration in classrooms?• Can AI improve or harm critical thinking?• What does AI literacy really mean?• How can leaders and teachers prepare for ethical and equitable AI adoption?• What keeps education experts up at night about AI?Timestamps00:00  Welcome + Sponsors (Eduaide, Yellowdig, Book Creator)01:30  Meet David L. Jackson (Digital Promise)03:30  Elevating Innovation: Thinking in an AI World05:00  The Human Side of Tech Integration07:00  Pedagogy Before Technology09:00  Reconciling Fear and Hope in AI14:00  Slowing Down to Move Forward17:00  Has AI Closed the Equity Gap?19:00  The Understand–Use–Evaluate Framework22:00  What AI Literacy Really Means24:00  Play, Test, and Evaluate27:00  Student Voice, Choice, and Ownership31:00  ROI for Superintendents & District Leaders34:00  From Surviving AI to Shaping It37:00  Staying Ahead of the Curve39:00  Challenges & Hopes for AI's Future43:00  Speed Round: Kryptonite + Billboard47:00  Closing + Stay Techie

In this bonus episode recorded live from EdTech Week 2025, Dustin chats with Matt Stinson, CRO at Starbridge. They discuss Matt's journey to joining the team, and how their unique platform is enabling more efficient and effective partnerships to be forged between edtech companies and public institutions using AI.Guest Name: Matt Stinson - Chief Revenue Officer at StarbridgeGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Matt Stinson is currently building Starbridge, the GTM Intelligence Platform for businesses selling to government & education. Starbridge helps partners leverage industry-specific buying signals - such as strategic plans, board meeting notes, budgets, grants, competitor contract expiration dates, and more - to build a tailored, outbound strategy that drives pipeline.Before Starbridge, Matt led sales at Parchment on a journey to $100M in ARR selling to K12 districts, Higher Ed, and state governments before being acquired by Instructure. While at Parchment, he lived the challenge of selling to government and education entities. With the proliferation of spray-and-pray outbound, that challenge has only gotten harder. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Higher Ed Pulse, host Mallory Willsea sits down with Joel Goodman, former founder of Bravery Media and now the new VP of Growth Strategy at Squiz. The conversation dives into Joel's bold career transition from agency life to a global EdTech company, his evolving views on AI in higher education, and the future of digital strategy in a consolidating industry. With nearly two decades of experience in higher ed web strategy, Joel offers a critical — and refreshing — perspective on what's next for institutions looking to actually move the needle. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textIn this special episode, we spotlight the GESAwards, often called the “United Nations of EdTech,” with founder Avi Warshavsky of MindCET and three inspiring finalists from around the world. They share how they're harnessing AI, rethinking prison education, and transforming music learning for millions of students.

In this bonus episode recorded live from EdTech Week 2025, Dustin chats with K. Rocco Shields, CEO of Genius Academy. They discuss the important work her and her team are doing partnering with institutions to create high quality, immersive learning content for a variety of disciplines. Rocco also shares a bit about her personal story that drives her work and underpins why it is so important.Guest Name: K. Rocco Shields - CEO at Genius AcademyGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: K. Rocco Shields, a celebrated filmmaker, has made a significant impact in both the film industry and education technology. She currently serves as CEO of Genius Academy which is an innovative educational platform that merges AI, cinematic storytelling, and immersive technologies to address the mental health crisis. Her transition from a successful filmmaker to an educational technology innovator was driven by a deep commitment to leveraging media for societal change and developing pioneering educational experiences. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode of The EdTech Podcast features Abdul Chohan, VP of Learning at Showbie, former chemistry teacher, and international education advisor, in conversation with Philippa Wraithmell. Abdul reflects on his experiences working with schools across India since 2012, tracing the country's journey from traditional, exam-centered classrooms to innovative, learner-centered environments. He discusses the nation's growing focus on skills development, employability, and teacher empowerment, alongside striking examples of resourceful EdTech use in both urban and rural contexts. From schools combining CBSE, IGCSE, and IB curricula under one roof to rural students enabling digital literacy within their families, Abdul highlights a culture of resilience, creativity, and fearless experimentation that positions India as a global hub for educational innovation. The conversation invites educators worldwide to rethink barriers and embrace a mindset of possibility — proving that transformation begins with courage, not connectivity.

Send us a textJoin hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they explore the latest developments in education technology leading into NY EDTECH WEEK, from AI adoption in classrooms to major acquisitions and emerging trends across global EdTech.✨ Episode Highlights:[00:03:39] 85% of teachers and 86% of students used AI this year, sparking concerns about disconnection.[00:05:21] Google's Notebook LM and OpenAI apps mark the next phase of AI-driven learning.[00:10:56] Campus acquires Sizzle AI to accelerate AI-powered associate degrees.[00:17:46] “Combine or Die”: AI startups merge with delivery platforms to stay competitive.[00:20:38] India's EdTech resurgence with new investment from Google, Anthropic, and SpeakX AI.[00:22:16] One in five teens report AI relationships, redefining digital social life.[00:23:40] Computer science shifts from major to essential literacy for all students.[00:28:15] AI's rise mirrors the early internet era as it becomes part of everyday life.Plus, special guests: [00:33:56] Joy Chen, Enterprise Account Manager at HeyGen on how AI avatars are reshaping instructional design and interactive learning. [00:59:55] Daniel Pollack-Pelzner, Author of Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist, on creativity, mentorship, and the role of technology in artistic education

“It wasn't a profession, it was a way of life,” observes internationally respected psychiatrist Dr. Nasser Loza, reflecting on a century-long family legacy in mental health care that began when his grandfather founded The Behman Hospital in Cairo. In this candid Raise the Line conversation with host Michael Carrese, Dr. Loza traces the transformation of psychiatry he's witnessed in his long career as increases in classifications, payment bureaucracy, reliance on pharmaceuticals, and technological disruption have each left their mark. The cumulative costs associated with these changes have, he laments, pushed care out of reach for many and hindered the human connection that is key to the discipline. He describes his prescription for countering these trends as a focus on effective and modest aims. “Rather than saying, come and see me in therapy for five years and I will make a better person out of you, I think focusing on symptom-targeted help is going to be what is needed.”  In this wide-ranging interview, you'll also learn about progress on advancing the rights of mental health patients and lowering stigmas, how to manage the rise of online therapy and use of AI chatbots, and the importance of empathy and transparency in mental health counseling. Don't miss this valuable perspective on a critically important dimension of healthcare that's informed by decades of experience as a clinician, government official and global advocate. Mentioned in this episode:The Behman HospitalMaadi Psychology Center If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/podcast

This episode features Sidney Sutton, Digital Learning Lead at Oberoi International School, Mumbai, in conversation with Philippa Wraithmell. Together, they discuss the transformation of education and EdTech across India over the past decade. Sidney reflects on the country's deep cultural respect for education, the growth of collaborative teaching communities, and the infrastructure foundations required to make technology integration sustainable. He outlines India's emerging role in AI and homegrown EdTech innovation, as well as how schools are approaching ethical AI, digital citizenship, and responsible adoption of new technologies. The conversation highlights a central theme: how educators can balance innovation with intention, keeping learning, relationships, and human connection at the core of technology-driven education.  

In this episode, I chat with Digital Learning Coach Lisa Hockenberry about using audio in student projects like podcasts to help students creatively showcase their learning. You'll also hear how Lisa supports teachers with practical tips for integrating digital tools plus how audio can empower all learners—especially those who struggle with traditional assignments. If you want to boost student engagement, foster authentic expression, and make room for a little creative “mess,” this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/10/21/student-projects-342/ Sponsored by Kira: https://www.kira-learning.com Follow Lisa Hockenberry on social: https://x.com/TechieCoach303 Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/  Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/   

“When I was in medical school, no one had even heard of mitochondrial disease. Today, every student who graduates here knows what it is and has seen a patient with it,” says Dr. Mary Kay Koenig, director of the Center for the Treatment of Pediatric Neurodegenerative Disease at UTHealth Houston McGovern Medical School. That remarkable change in awareness has been accompanied by advances in genetic sequencing, the development of clinical guidelines, and the emergence of potential treatments in some forms of mitochondrial disease. In fact, Dr. Koenig's multidisciplinary team at UTHealth's Mitochondrial Center of Excellence has been a key player in clinical trials that may yield the first FDA-approved treatments for it. As you'll learn in this Year of the Zebra conversation with host Michael Carrese, her work in neurodegenerative diseases also includes tuberous sclerosis, where advanced therapies have replaced the need for repeated surgeries, and Leigh Syndrome, which has seen improvements in diagnoses and supportive therapies leading to better quality of life for patients.  Tune in as Dr. Koenig reflects on an era of progress in the space, the rewards of balancing research, teaching and patient care, and the need for more clinicians to center listening, humility and honesty in their approach to caring for rare disease patients and their  families.Mentioned in this episode:Mitochondrial Center of ExcellenceCenter for the Treatment of Pediatric Neurodegenerative Disease If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/podcast

John Klyczek discusses his latest research into how the Trump administration and PayPal Mafia are merging AI, edtech, fintech, and IDtech to form the social credit cybernetics system. We also go into overdrive and get esoteric beyond the Overton window, exploring how the Legacy Alternative Media (LAM) has been manufactured by The Powers That Be to steer us all toward their new order. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics easyDNS (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics Expat Money Summit 2025 (20% off VIP with EMPIRE) https://2025.expatmoneysummit.com Outbound Mexico https://outboundmx.com PassVult https://passvult.com Sociatates Civis https://societates-civis.com StartMail https://www.startmail.com/partner/?ref=ngu4nzr Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Website https://www.schoolworldorder.info School World Order: The Technocratic Globalization of Corporatized Education https://trineday.com/products/school-world-order X https://x.com/ProfessorTaoist Unlimited Hangout https://unlimitedhangout.com/author/john-klyczek About John Klyczek John Klyczek has an MA in English and has taught college rhetoric and research argumentation for over a decade. His literary scholarship concentrates on the history of global eugenics and Aldous Huxley's dystopic novel, Brave New World. He is the author of School World Order: The Technocratic Globalization of Corporatized Education (TrineDay Books); and he is a contributor to several publications, including New Politics, OpEdNews, and the Activist Post. Klyczek holds a black belt in classical tae kwon do, and he is a certified kickboxing instructor under the international Muay Thai Boxing Association. His website is https://schoolworldorder.info *Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)