podcast by EdTech Insiders, Blog by HSI
Alex Sarlin, host of Edtech Insiders, connects with Deb Howes on the role of AI in enhancing museum experiences and digital learning. Howes proposes that the education and digital work happening in museums can catalyze AI-powered learning. Alex and Deb met when they worked together on MoMA’s online courses on Coursera in the early MOOC days.
Howes also explores the ethical considerations surrounding AI in museums, emphasizing authenticity, artist rights, and transparency. Furthermore, the interview underscores the strategic value of museum-edtech collaborations in developing innovative educational tools, positioning museums as crucial centers for lifelong learning in the digital age due to their rich collections, public benefit focus, and expertise in humanities education.
Alex Sarlin
Alex Sarlin has over 15 years of experience in the education technology industry, and is a seasoned product and learning design leader who is passionate about creating impactful and engaging online learning experiences for diverse learners. He has led and contributed to pioneering work in online course development and rollout, curriculum design and development, learning theory and practice, and educational psychology within start-up and world-renowned organizations.
Currently a Senior Advisor, Product at Cambiar Education, where he advises and invests in edtech companies and changemakers who are transforming the future of education. He is also an Angel Investor at Readocracy.com, a platform that gives users credit for their attention online and helps them verify their consumption and credibility on any subject. Additionally, he is the Founder of Edtech Insiders, a popular podcast and newsletter that provides insights and analysis on the global edtech trends and opportunities. He holds an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology, an MA in Instructional Design and Technology from Columbia University, and a BA from Cornell University.