Week in Edtech 12/08/2023: Gemini, 2U's Challenges, Testing Overhauls, Veering into Politics and More! Feat. Gavin Cooney of Learnosity and Jared Grusd of Ethiqly

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Week in Edtech, Ben and Alex discuss:1. Big Tech:Gemini - Google’s largest and most capable AI model.2U faces upcoming existential changes - Helpful analysis from Phil Hill on the financial challenges 2U is up against as their stock continues to get hammered in the public markets. 2. Assessment:States are radically changing testing requirements in both red and blue statesAll Yale students get As3. Politics:University Presidents royally blow it in CongressOakland Educators Hold Unauthorized Teach-in Supporting PalestiniansAP African American Studies4. Legacy of Paul LeBlancSouthern New Hampshire University President Paul LeBlanc to Step Down after Transformative 20 Years of Leadership5. Future of WorkNolej raises a $3M SeedCarnegie Learning Announces LiveHint AICurriculum Associates Expands Student-Focused AI Capabilities with Purchase of SoapBox LabsSpecial Guests:Jared Grusd, Co-founder of EthiqlyGavin Cooney, CEO of Learnosity