Join us for a dynamic live recording from the Podcast Stage at SXSW EDU 2025! We're diving into the hottest trends shaping the future of education with a panel of experts. Mike Palmer, host of Trending in Ed and Founder of Palmer Media, leads a lively discussion with Mike Yates from Teach for America's Reinvention Lab, who shares his insights on AI and social media. Jenn Stredler, Managing Director of Common Group, brings her expertise on the intersection of education, workforce, and talent. Julia Shatilo, Programming Director for SXSW EDU, offers a unique perspective on the trends driving innovation in education based on what's submitted and chosen for the conference.  

We explore a wide range of topics, including the growing importance of micro schools, the impact of new media on learning, the evolving landscape of Career and Technical Education (CTE), and the double-edged sword of AI in the talent marketplace. We also tackle critical questions about ethical AI use, the reimagining of higher education, and the essential role of relational intelligence in a tech-driven world.  

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Event Overview

01:45 Meet the Panelists

02:18 Mike Yates on AI and Education

03:11 Jenn Stredler on Workforce and Education

04:24 Julia Shatilo on South by Southwest EDU

07:20 Panel Discussion on Trends

27:37 AI and Relational Intelligence

27:52 Howard Gardner on Mentorship vs. Influencers

28:58 Model Flexibility and Adaptive Intelligence

30:51 Social Capital and Workforce Trends

33:43 AI's Role in Human Connection

40:14 Gen Z and Apprenticeships

54:28 Future Predictions and AI Skepticism

58:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts