Predictions for 2025: What Lies Ahead?

In this episode, Phil, Morgan, and Neil discuss various topics related to online education, including the impact of generative AI on the market, predictions for 2025, and the future of language learning apps. They explore the potential for university bankptcies, shifts in assessment practices, and the increasing trend of international online learning. The conversation also touches on the evolving role of AI in educational platforms and the challenges faced by established companies like edX.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to New Recording Era

02:44 Live Podcast Recording at Leeds University

05:35 Generative AI Panic and Market Reactions

08:19 Impact of AI on Education

11:10 Predictions for 2025: Assessment Trends in Higher Education

13:54 Student Success and Vendor Accountability

16:53 University Closures and Financial Challenges

21:05 The Impact of Online Learning on International Education

24:06 Shifts in VLE and LMS Market Focus

27:23 The Revolving Door in Education Politics

29:54 Challenges for Language Learning Apps

32:28 The Future of edX and University Platforms

36:54 Generative AI's Sustainable Use in EdTech

41:07 New Chapter