Edtech Insiders

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At Edtech Insiders, we interview founders, investors, operators, educators, and thought leaders about the future of education technology. You’ll hear from leaders across the education technology industry and learn about all of the important edtech trends happening globally.

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Postcards from ASU+GSV 2025: On the Ground with Google, OpenAI & EdTech Changemakers

Send us a text In this special episode, EdTech Insiders hits the floor at ASU+GSV 2025—one of the world’s premier EdTech conferences—for rapid-fire conversations with the leaders reshaping learning. From AI-native campuses to multilingual agents and human-centered R&D, we go behind the scenes with the innovators driving the future of education. 🎙️ Featured Guests: Siya Raj Purohit , Go-to-Market Lead for Education at OpenAI @ [00:01:25] Maureen Heymans , GM of LearnX at Google @ [00:19:16] ...

Apr 18, 2025•2 hr 35 min

Why American Public Education Reverts to the Mean And What We Can Do About It with Tom Vander Ark of Getting Smart

Send us a text Tom Vander Ark is an advocate for innovations in learning. As CEO of Getting Smart , he advises schools, districts, networks, foundations, and learning organizations on the path forward. Tom is the author of Getting Smart , Smart Cities That Work for Everyone , Smart Parents , Better Together , The Power of Place, and Difference Making at the Heart of Learning . He has published thousands of articles and papers through GettingSmart.com and LinkedIn. Previously he launched one of t...

Apr 18, 2025•32 min

What’s Next for 2U? CEO Kees Bol Talks Microcredentials, University Partnerships, and AI

Send us a text Kees Bol is the CEO of 2U , a global leader in education technology that expands access to affordable, career-relevant learning in partnership with the world's top universities, institutions, and industry experts. As CEO, Bol oversees all aspects of 2U's business while driving its long-standing mission: to provide learners worldwide with life-changing higher education that unlocks potential, fosters social mobility, and enhances economic security. Before joining 2U, he w...

Apr 14, 2025•38 min