Year-End Special Part 2: 2026 AI & EdTech Predictions from Google, YouTube, Reach Capital, Owl Ventures & More!

Join Jean-Claude Brizard, Sofia Fenichell, Amit A. Patel, and others as they predict the future of AI in education by 2026. Brizard discusses the shift from basic tools to engaging learner-centric assessments. Fenichell forecasts AI-driven tutors enhancing reading and testing, while Patel emphasizes the need for consistent AI performance to build trust. Rosier highlights peer tutoring through micro-assessments. The conversation also covers AI literacy’s rise and the importance of balancing technology with the central role of teachers in the classroom.

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INSIGHT

Teacher Tools Went Mainstream

Teacher-facing AI tools crossed the chasm in 2025, making differentiated planning broadly accessible.
Dan Carroll says motivated learners also now have unprecedented self-directed learning options.

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Multimodal Assessment For Immediate Feedback

Multimodal formative assessments let students demonstrate learning with speech, drawing, and text.
Dan Carroll expects immediate feedback and richer demonstrations via integrated multimodal tools.

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AI Augments But Doesn't Replace Teachers

AI's value in 2025 proved it can improve outcomes while preserving teachers' unique role as inspirers.
Katie Kurtz stresses AI augments storytelling and instruction but cannot replace teachers.

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In Part 2 of our year-end reflections, Alex speaks with educators, founders, investors, and platform leaders about what 2026 may bring for AI and learning at scale.

🎙️ Featuring insights from:

Shantanu Sinha, VP & GM, Google for Education
Katie Kurtz, Managing Director & Global Head of Youth & Learning, YouTube
Amit Patel, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Owl Ventures
Jomayra Herrera, Partner, Reach Capital
Jean-Claude Brizard, President & CEO, Digital Promise
Sunil Gunderia, Co-Founder & CEO, Stealth
Sofia Fenichell, Founder & CEO, Study Hall.AI
Soren Rosier, Founder, PeerTeach
Dan Carroll, Co-Founder, Clever
Juliette Reid, Director of Market Research, Reading Horizons
Amanda Bickerstaff, CEO, AI for Education

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