EdTech Empowerment: Innovating Education Together

Hosted by Juan Rodriguez, founder and Executive Director of NextGen Classrooms, EdTech Empowerment: Innovating Education Together dives into the power of technology to bridge the digital divide and revolutionize education. Each episode brings insights from guest speakers across the education spectrum, including educators, tech experts, policymakers, and community leaders, who share strategies to empower every student, regardless of background, with access to cutting-edge educational tools. Rooted in NextGen Classrooms’ mission to create globally connected, innovative learning spaces, this podcast covers topics like digital literacy, AI ethics, equitable access, and transformative practices in the classroom. Join us as we explore the latest trends and tools shaping the future of education and empower educators to create impactful, inclusive learning environments for all students.

Guest

Sam Whitaker

Sam Whitaker is the Senior Director of Impact at StudyFetch, where he leads efforts to make cutting-edge AI learning tools accessible to students around the world. Passionate about the intersection of technology and social good, Sam is helping prepare students for the AI-driven economy through equitable, multimodal, and multilingual learning platforms.

He has partnered with schools and communities globally—from girls’ schools in rural Uganda to midwifery programs in Ghana—empowering learners to use AI for real-world problem solving. With a background spanning education, technology, and social impact, Sam is committed to ensuring that every student, everywhere, has access to the tools they need to thrive in the future.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitakersam

Guest appearance on:

Beyond the Buzz: Responsible AI Integration in Schools with Sam Whitaker”