Episode description
Episode description
Stephen Jull was the COO/CFO and co-founder of GeoGebra GmbH (acquired by BYJU’S in 2021), and a limited partner at Emerge Education. With a PhD from Cambridge and over two decades of experience in EdTech, Stephen has led transformative projects in mathematics, STEM education, and AI-driven learning at a global scale. He is also the former interim CEO of Epic! and a dedicated advisor to high-growth EdTech startups.
💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How AI, human tutors, and learning communities can reshape the outdated education system.
- The role of technology in addressing teacher shortages, especially in STEM fields.
- Insights on creating inclusive AI to support neurodiverse learners.
- Key takeaways from Stephen’s experience building GeoGebra into a global education powerhouse.
- How emerging technologies like AI are set to revolutionize global education systems.
✨ Episode Highlights:
[00:00:22] Stephen Jull on the need for personalized learning to update outdated education systems.
[00:03:31] Stephen’s journey from teaching in remote Canada to founding GeoGebra.
[00:06:54] Lessons from GeoGebra's growth and advice for EdTech founders
[00:11:10] Insights into BYJU'S acquisition and its impact on global EdTech
[00:12:50] AI, human tutors, and learning communities transforming education
[00:15:32] The importance of inclusive AI for neurodiverse learners.
[00:21:26] Global leaders and regions driving AI innovation in education.
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