Imagine a young teacher, curious and eager, troubleshooting printers and exploring early EdTech tools in a small school. Fast forward 30 years, and that same teacher, Eric Curts, is now a leading voice in EdTech, proving that adaptability and creativity can reshape education.
Eric’s journey started with a love for helping others, and today he widely shares resources and insights in the EdTech community, inspiring countless educators. From tutoring classmates in math to becoming the go-to tech support at his school, his path was driven by curiosity and a desire to make learning accessible. When funding disappeared, he didn’t stop; he found innovative ways to use what was available; Google tools, homemade programs, and endless creativity.
The New Frontier in Personalized Learning
One of the biggest benefits of EdTech is personalized learning. Popular EdTech tools and AI applications include Google Classroom for managing coursework, Kahoot! for interactive learning, Quizlet for study aids, and ChatGPT for AI-driven support. These innovations are shaping the future of education, making learning more personalized and efficient.
Eric believes AI is more than just a time-saver; it’s a game-changer.
He envisions a world where AI tutors provide personalized support to every student. He refers to studies by Benjamin Bloom’s that show personal tutoring can dramatically improve student outcomes and boost teaching success.
With AI, students can get instant help, deeper challenges, and continuous feedback, all while giving teachers insights into their progress.
“AI isn’t just about efficiency, it’s about making learning personal, adaptive, and accessible for every student,”
The Future of EdTech
The future of educational technology is rapidly unfolding, with AI in education and EdTech tools driving these innovations, with innovations that promise to reshape how educators teach and how students learn. AI-driven tools are not only streamlining assessments but also enabling new methods of student engagement.
Tools like Snorkel, for example, are making oral assessments more practical, providing students with personalized feedback in ways that were once too time-consuming for teachers to implement at scale.
As AI and machine learning continue to advance, the focus will shift toward more interactive and adaptive learning environments, equipping educators with deeper insights into student performance and engagement.
“Educational technology moves fast. The key is to keep learning, stay curious, and embrace change,”
Embracing Change in EdTech
Innovation in education isn’t about having unlimited resources but about using what’s available in creative and meaningful ways. Teachers and administrators who embrace this mindset will continue to drive progress, ensuring that students are not just consumers of technology but active participants in shaping their learning experiences.
“Done is better than perfect. Share your innovations, let others build on them, and watch them grow into something bigger than you imagined.”
As technology continues to evolve, the future of education holds endless possibilities, from AI-driven personalization to virtual classrooms and beyond. Explore these EdTech innovations and more on episode 2 of the Innovator Insights podcast.
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