Tech in EdTech

Magic EdTech

Tech In EdTech improves the dialogue between education leaders and the innovators shaping edtech. This is your go-to show for actionable ideas and solutions that make digital learning not just possible, but effective, practical, and inclusive. 

  1. The Blind Spot Holding Back Higher Ed's Future

    4 SEP

    The Blind Spot Holding Back Higher Ed's Future

    What does it take to put career services at the center of the college experience? Christine Cruz‑Vergara, Chief Education Strategy Officer at Handshake, joins Eric Stano to unpack why higher ed’s value is under pressure, what today’s students expect, and how campuses can respond to close the trust‑usage gap. Christine shares what Handshake is seeing in student behavior and pragmatic ways to integrate GenAI across disciplines.

    44 min
  2. Building EdTech Through a Neurodiverse Lens

    21 AGO

    Building EdTech Through a Neurodiverse Lens

    Students with ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences are often underserved by traditional school systems. Diana Heldfond, Founder and CEO of Parallel Learning, joins Tech In EdTech to unpack how edtech can help close that gap. Drawing from both personal and professional expertise, Diana shares how districts can deliver precision interventions, measure real outcomes, and use AI responsibly without losing the human judgment that special education requires. The conversation also looks at design thinking with a neurodiverse lens, showing how solutions built for diverse learners can benefit everyone.

    47 min
  3. Building a Workforce That Bends, Not Breaks

    7 AGO

    Building a Workforce That Bends, Not Breaks

    As AI, automation, and talent shortages reshape the future of work, Bijal Shah, CEO of Guild, offers a clear, practical roadmap for building teams that bend, but don’t break. In this episode, she shares how to support frontline talent, track the real ROI of learning programs, and build a workforce that adapts, evolves, and drives business forward. If you're focused on aligning learning pathways to real jobs and measurable outcomes, this conversation delivers insights you won’t want to miss.

    29 min
  4. Proof Over Play: The New Rules for EdTech Engagement

    29 JUL

    Proof Over Play: The New Rules for EdTech Engagement

    Vadim Polikov, CEO of Legends of Learning, joins Dipesh Jain to explore what it takes to make game-based learning effective in K–12. He breaks down the difference between gamification and true game-based learning, the importance of curriculum alignment, and how AI is driving personalization and collaboration across edtech tools.

    50 min
  5. CTE 2.0: Scaling Hands-On Skills for Global EdTech Market

    10 JUL

    CTE 2.0: Scaling Hands-On Skills for Global EdTech Market

    In this episode, Adam Reid, Online CTE Teacher at Anchorage School District, joins Sean Strathy and talks about what it takes to run effective virtual Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. He shares insights from his  unique approach at his school district in Alaska, balancing course breadth with access, using industry partnerships to enrich learning, and why sparking student curiosity often matters more than certification. A valuable listen for curriculum developers, edtech leaders, and district decision-makers navigating the future of CTE.

    38 min
  6. Rethinking Knowledge Mastery in a Skill-Centric World

    24 JUN

    Rethinking Knowledge Mastery in a Skill-Centric World

    In this episode, Brainscape CEO Andrew Cohen joins Olivia Lara-Gresty and talks about how edtech products can better support serious learners preparing for high-stakes exams and certifications. Find out why active recall and spaced repetition still outperform AI shortcuts, how to design study tools that reduce learning fatigue, and what truly motivates learners without relying on gamified features.

    37 min
  7. Rewriting the Future of Work, Skills, and Hands-On Learning

    12 JUN

    Rewriting the Future of Work, Skills, and Hands-On Learning

    In this episode, Olivia sits down with Sara Leoni, CEO of Ziplines Education, to talk about what learners truly need: credentials that carry weight, hands-on simulations that reflect real work, not busywork, and support that builds confidence along the way. They dive deep into why higher ed is still stuck on outdated skill sets, what practical, long-lasting skills look like today, and why small businesses might be the most underused training ground we have. If you’re rethinking what it actually means to prepare learners for the road ahead, this is a grounded and thoughtful place to start.

    31 min
  8. From Band-Aids to Breakthroughs: Rethinking Innovation in Education

    29 MAY

    From Band-Aids to Breakthroughs: Rethinking Innovation in Education

    Dr. Annalies Corbin, CEO of the PAST Foundation and author of Hacking School, brings an anthropologist’s lens to educational change. In this episode, she breaks down why many EdTech initiatives fail to stick, pointing to short funding cycles, lack of strategy, and cultural disconnects. For EdTech leaders aiming to build products that go beyond temporary fixes, her insights offer a clear path to lasting impact. This is a conversation about designing with purpose and helping schools adopt technology that works.

    44 min
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Tech In EdTech improves the dialogue between education leaders and the innovators shaping edtech. This is your go-to show for actionable ideas and solutions that make digital learning not just possible, but effective, practical, and inclusive. 

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    Magic EdTech
  • Años de actividad
    2021 - 2025
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