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217: Unlocking Web3 Talent: Pauline Cohen on Polkadot Blockchain Academy and the Future of Education
In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I speak with Pauline Cohen, the visionary behind the Polkadot Blockchain Academy (PBA). With a career spanning giants like Coursera, Pauline brings her expertise in education to Web3, addressing the massive gap in blockchain talent.
We dive deep into:✅ How PBA is creating world-class blockchain developers for Polkadot and beyond.✅ The challenges of online education and strategies to boost completion rates.✅ Why more women aren’t entering Web3 development—and how to change that.✅ AI’s role in personalized learning and the future of blockchain education.✅ The next big steps for Web3 education and PBA’s vision for inclusivity and accessibility.
Whether you’re a developer, a lifelong learner, or simply curious about Web3 education, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the future of blockchain learning.
Key Timestamps
[00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Pauline Cohen and the Polkadot Blockchain Academy.
[00:01:00] The Origins of PBA:
Why and how Polkadot Blockchain Academy was created.
The need for high-quality blockchain education.
[00:04:00] Lessons from Web2 Education:
Pauline’s experience at Coursera and how it shaped PBA.
The importance of combining academic rigor with scalable solutions.
[00:07:00] Addressing Completion Rates:
Why online courses often struggle with low engagement.
PBA’s approach to fostering community and peer learning.
[00:11:00] Challenges in Web3 Education:
How to make blockchain more accessible for non-technical learners.
Bridging the gender gap in Web3 development.
[00:18:00] AI’s Role in Education:
How personalized AI tutors could revolutionize learning.
Why human interaction remains key to effective education.
[00:24:00] PBA’s Future Vision:
Expanding blockchain education across industries.
Building learning pathways for diverse audiences, from developers to marketers.
[00:30:00] Call to Action:
Opportunities to join PBA online or in person.
Collaborating with universities and communities to bring blockchain education worldwide.
Connect
https://polkadot.academy/
https://www.linkedin.com/school/polkadot-blockchain-academy/
https://x.com/academypolkadot
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauline-cohen-vorms-41710310/
https://x.com/PaulineVorms
Disclaimer
Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.
Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/
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By Sam KamaniIn this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I speak with Pauline Cohen, the visionary behind the Polkadot Blockchain Academy (PBA). With a career spanning giants like Coursera, Pauline brings her expertise in education to Web3, addressing the massive gap in blockchain talent.
We dive deep into:✅ How PBA is creating world-class blockchain developers for Polkadot and beyond.✅ The challenges of online education and strategies to boost completion rates.✅ Why more women aren’t entering Web3 development—and how to change that.✅ AI’s role in personalized learning and the future of blockchain education.✅ The next big steps for Web3 education and PBA’s vision for inclusivity and accessibility.
Whether you’re a developer, a lifelong learner, or simply curious about Web3 education, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the future of blockchain learning.
Key Timestamps
[00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Pauline Cohen and the Polkadot Blockchain Academy.
[00:01:00] The Origins of PBA:
Why and how Polkadot Blockchain Academy was created.
The need for high-quality blockchain education.
[00:04:00] Lessons from Web2 Education:
Pauline’s experience at Coursera and how it shaped PBA.
The importance of combining academic rigor with scalable solutions.
[00:07:00] Addressing Completion Rates:
Why online courses often struggle with low engagement.
PBA’s approach to fostering community and peer learning.
[00:11:00] Challenges in Web3 Education:
How to make blockchain more accessible for non-technical learners.
Bridging the gender gap in Web3 development.
[00:18:00] AI’s Role in Education:
How personalized AI tutors could revolutionize learning.
Why human interaction remains key to effective education.
[00:24:00] PBA’s Future Vision:
Expanding blockchain education across industries.
Building learning pathways for diverse audiences, from developers to marketers.
[00:30:00] Call to Action:
Opportunities to join PBA online or in person.
Collaborating with universities and communities to bring blockchain education worldwide.
Connect
https://polkadot.academy/
https://www.linkedin.com/school/polkadot-blockchain-academy/
https://x.com/academypolkadot
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauline-cohen-vorms-41710310/
https://x.com/PaulineVorms
Disclaimer
Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.
Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/