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The Future of AI, EdTech, and Philanthropy with Kumar Garg
Manage episode 454612880 series 2792761
In this episode of Trending in Education, Kumar Garg, President of Renaissance Philanthropy, rejoins host Mike Palmer for his second appearance after first appearing in the Spring of 2021.
The conversation delves into Garg’s evolution from Schmidt Futures to launching Renaissance Philanthropy, and their work at the intersection of AI and learning science. We discuss the historical underfunding of education R&D compared to other sectors and explore the immense potential of AI in transforming learning experiences. The conversation covers the Learning Engineering Virtual Institute, the importance of interdisciplinary expertise, recent research with the Walton Family Foundation, and future ambitions for integrating cutting-edge technology into education. We also reference Renaissance's Pattern Language for High Impact Philanthropic Giving.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:38 Kumar Garg's Journey and Renaissance Philanthropy
02:39 The Intersection of AI and Learning Science
05:45 Building "Bilingual" Teams for Educational Innovation
06:55 Renaissance's Bold Goals and Partnerships
08:44 Recent Initiatives and Future Directions
13:09 Challenges and Opportunities in AI for Education
27:34 The Importance of Trust and Equity in Educational Technology
33:22 Conclusion and Call to Action
647 episodios
Manage episode 454612880 series 2792761
In this episode of Trending in Education, Kumar Garg, President of Renaissance Philanthropy, rejoins host Mike Palmer for his second appearance after first appearing in the Spring of 2021.
The conversation delves into Garg’s evolution from Schmidt Futures to launching Renaissance Philanthropy, and their work at the intersection of AI and learning science. We discuss the historical underfunding of education R&D compared to other sectors and explore the immense potential of AI in transforming learning experiences. The conversation covers the Learning Engineering Virtual Institute, the importance of interdisciplinary expertise, recent research with the Walton Family Foundation, and future ambitions for integrating cutting-edge technology into education. We also reference Renaissance's Pattern Language for High Impact Philanthropic Giving.
Subscribe where you get your podcasts. Video versions now available on Youtube and Spotify.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:38 Kumar Garg's Journey and Renaissance Philanthropy
02:39 The Intersection of AI and Learning Science
05:45 Building "Bilingual" Teams for Educational Innovation
06:55 Renaissance's Bold Goals and Partnerships
08:44 Recent Initiatives and Future Directions
13:09 Challenges and Opportunities in AI for Education
27:34 The Importance of Trust and Equity in Educational Technology
33:22 Conclusion and Call to Action
647 episodios
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