From smart boards to grading systems and email, teachers rely on ed tech- education technology- to optimize their workloads. As we discussed with Chris Hull on Wednesday, all of those disparate systems can be overwhelming. That's why he created Otus, a one-platform solution to all the noise, giving teachers more of their most valuable resource: time.

Today, we look back on some of the history of ed tech, from chalkboards to comprehensive teaching portals. With decades of teaching experience, our educated educators have seen an evolution of ed tech. Like AI and data, ed tech is neither good nor bad. Its value lies in its use and applicability. How well does the technology align education with supporting each individual leaner? What aspect of teacher labor does the tech lighten? Who benefits from the technology? And how will AI change it all over again? Tune in and find out!

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