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Deb Mallin
AI
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Unlocking Literacy with Thoughtfully Designed AI with Deb Mallin CEO Mighty Doodle Inc

In this episode of Trending in Education, host ⁠Mike Palmer⁠ talks with ⁠Deb Mallin⁠, the founder and CEO of ⁠Mighty Doodle Inc.⁠, about the power of AI in transforming literacy education. Deb’s journey into education was inspired by her own experiences as a mother and educator, driving her to create Mighty Doodle, an AI-based literacy tutoring system. Mighty Doodle uses a series of engaging mini-games to help children develop essential reading, writing, and spelling skills.  

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Avi Yashchin
AI
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Revolutionizing Research with AI | A Conversation with Subconscious AI Founder Avi Yashchin

In this episode of Trending in Ed, host Mike Palmer catches up with serial entrepreneur Avi Yashchin, the Founder of Subconscious AI, about his professional journey from Wall Street to the cutting edge of AI. Yashchin, who started his career as a high-frequency equity trader, offers us a unique perspective on the 2008 financial crisis and how it sparked his interest in understanding the “why” behind market fluctuations.  

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Allison Scott
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Pursuing Equity and Responsible AI with Dr. Allison Scott

Dr. Allison Scott, CEO of the Kapor Foundation, joins Mike Palmer on Trending in Education to discuss the crucial intersection of technology, education, and equity. The conversation explores the persistent lack of diversity in the tech industry and the urgent need to prepare students for the AI-driven future. Dr. Scott emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, ethical considerations, and creating a more inclusive tech ecosystem that benefits everyone. This episode offers valuable insights for educators, parents, and anyone interested in the transformative power of technology and its impact on society.

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Steve Shapiro
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AI, EdTech, and the Hybrid Future of Assessment with Steve Shapiro

Steve Shapiro, the co-founder and CEO of Finetune and SVP of AI in assessment for Prometric, joins us to discuss the transformative potential of AI in education and assessment. Shapiro emphasizes that we are still in the nascent stages of AI adoption and that there is vast untapped potential for this technology to revolutionize how we design, deliver, and assess learning experiences.  

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Erin Mote, CEO of InnovateEDU, On AI and the Future of Education

Erin Mote, CEO of InnovateEDU, joins Mike Palmer to discuss the future of education and the role of AI in shaping learning. Erin shares her insights on the importance of AI literacy, the need for ethical AI development, and the challenges and opportunities facing education in the age of AI. She emphasizes the importance of preparing students for a rapidly changing world and highlights the need for collaboration between K-12, higher education, and the workforce.  

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Steve Daly
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Instructure CEO Steve Daly on Canvas LMS and the Future of EdTech

In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer sits down with Steve Daly, CEO of Instructure, at the HolonIQ Back to School Summit in New York. Steve shares his journey from mechanical engineering to leading the company behind Canvas, the leading learning management system (LMS). We explore the changing landscape of education, the role of technology in learning, and the potential impact of AI on the future of edtech.

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Mike Yates
Education
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Talkin’ About AI in Praxis?!?! with Mike Yates

In this episode of Trending in Education, we sit down with Mike Yates, a senior designer at Teach for America’s Reinvention Lab. Mike shares his journey from a student who hated school to becoming an innovative educator and AI enthusiast. We explore his experiences in various educational settings, including juvenile detention centers and experimental schools, and how these shaped his approach to teaching and learning.

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Katy Knight
Learning
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The Future of Learning, Workforce, and Infrastructure with Katy Knight

In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer welcomes Katy Knight, President and Executive Director of the Siegel Family Endowment. We dive into the intersection of technology, society, and education, exploring how these elements shape our future. Mike referenced Katy’s appearance on The Cusp with Paul Fain in the open.

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Jennifer Wells
AI
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Teaching Writing in the Age of AI with Dr. Jennifer Wells

Dr. Jennifer Wells, the Director of Writing at New College of Florida, joins Mike Palmer to delve into the significance of writing skills in higher education and beyond. Jennifer shares her professional journey, highlighting the importance of fostering a culture of writing excellence and providing students with the necessary supports they need to learn and to put in meaningful effort into the writing process. You can learn more about Jennifer’s writing school and the workshops she offers here.

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