How AI and STEM are Solving Teacher Shortages: Expert Insights from Stephen Jull

Send us a text Stephen Jull was the COO/CFO and co-founder of GeoGebra GmbH (acquired by BYJU’S in 2021), and a limited partner at Emerge Education. With a PhD from Cambridge and over two decades of experience in EdTech, Stephen has led transformative projects in mathematics, STEM education, and AI-driven learning at a global scale. He is also the former interim CEO of Epic! and a dedicated advisor to high-growth EdTech startups. 💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:How AI, human tutors, and learning communities can reshape the outdated education system.The role of technology in addressing teacher shortages, especially in STEM fields.Insights on creating inclusive AI to support neurodiverse learners.Key takeaways from Stephen’s experience building GeoGebra into a global education powerhouse.How emerging technologies like AI are set to revolutionize global education systems. ✨ Episode Highlights: [00:00:22] Stephen Jull on the need for personalized learning to update outdated education systems. [00:03:31] Stephen’s journey from teaching in remote Canada to founding GeoGebra. [00:06:54] Lessons from GeoGebra"s growth and advice for EdTech founders [00:11:10] Insights into BYJU"S acquisition and its impact on global EdTech [00:12:50] AI, human tutors, and learning communities transforming education [00:15:32] The importance of inclusive AI for neurodiverse learners. [00:21:26] Global leaders and regions driving AI innovation in education. 😎 Stay updated with Edtech Insiders! Follow our Podcast on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicSign up for the Edtech Insiders newsletter.Follow Edtech Insiders on LinkedIn! 🎉 Presenting Sponsor: This season of Edtech Insiders is once again brought to you by Tuck Advisors, the M&A firm for Education Entrepreneurs.  Founded by serial entrepreneurs with over 25 years of experience founding, investing in, and selling companies, Tuck believes you deserve M&A advisors who work just as hard as you do.