AI in Education Shines at The AI Show 2025 | Highlights & Interviews

The AI Show @ ASU+GSV 2025 wasn’t just a conference—it was a movement. With over 500 speakers, 140+ K-12 sessions, 100+ higher education discussions, immersive demos, and interactive workshops, this three-day experience brought educators, innovators, and students together to shape the future of learning.

Colin Kaepernick & Lumi: Redefining the Future of Education

One of the most talked-about keynotes came from activist and athlete Colin Kaepernick, who introduced Lumi, a new platform designed to make education more equitable, engaging, and personalized. His message was clear: we must reimagine education as a tool for empowerment—especially for underrepresented communities.

3 Companies Using AI to Transform Learning

🎶 Singit: Learn English Through Music

Forget boring grammar drills—SingIt transforms language learning into a fun, immersive experience using your favorite songs. With over 5 million tracks, 525K+ learners, and a sleek platform that offers instant lyric translation and vocabulary building, SingIt makes learning English accessible, enjoyable, and empowering.

What makes SingIt especially effective for ESL learners is its ability to connect language learning to songs they already know and love. By choosing familiar music from their own playlists, learners feel more comfortable and motivated. The lyrics become a gateway to vocabulary expansion, pronunciation practice, and real-world context—helping users stay engaged and build confidence as they go.

What sets SingIt apart is its user-centered design: learners can tap any word in the lyrics for an instant translation, get suggested songs featuring their new vocabulary, and explore context through different musical genres. Teachers benefit from a simple interface, cross-device functionality, and tools designed to increase learner confidence and retention.

As the company continues to grow, SingIt stands out as a powerful example of how culturally relevant content and AI-driven tools can work together to create meaningful, lasting learning experiences.

👥 Human2Human: Real-Time Peer Learning, AI-Enhanced

Human2Human redefines group learning with AI-guided, real-time peer discussions. Designed for everything from classrooms to corporate training, the platform ensures equitable participation, structured conversation, and immediate feedback. It’s not just about consuming content—it's about engaging with it.

Human2Human's flexible activity builder enables educators to create live case studies, debates, and collaborative problem-solving exercises. During sessions, AI moderates discussions, prompts quieter participants to contribute, and evaluates each learner's input using rubric-based assessments. The result is a highly interactive, consistent, and scalable learning experience.

While online learning offers flexibility and reach, it can often feel isolating and passive—especially when learners are left to navigate material on their own. Human2Human addresses this gap by recreating the benefits of in-person discussion in a digital environment, using AI to guide structured, real-time conversations that boost engagement, accountability, and critical thinking.

"We want to push back against the isolating effect of chatbots and individualized online learning to get people back in the learning process. We believe in the value of human-to-human interaction as part of your learning journey alongside the AI aspect involved with personalization learning plans tailored to each student's learning needs," said Juan Montoya, CEO of Human2Human.

📱 Thunkable: No-Code App Creation for Everyone

Whether you’re a student, teacher, or entrepreneur, Thunkable gives you the tools to build custom mobile apps—no coding required. With 50+ drag-and-drop components and dynamic logic blocks, it’s redefining digital literacy and empowering creators from 184 countries.

Thunkable is ideal for project-based learning, digital entrepreneurship, or streamlining organizational workflows. Its platform allows users to preview apps live, publish directly to iOS, Android, and the Web, and integrate device-native features like cameras, GPS, and notifications. It’s a powerhouse for unlocking creativity and making mobile innovation accessible to everyone.

What makes Thunkable especially impactful in education is its ability to turn abstract concepts into tangible, real-world projects. Students learn by doing—whether it's building a quiz app for a science project or developing a digital planner for time management. Educators can incorporate it into STEM curricula, computer science courses, or after-school innovation labs, helping students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills along the way.

With its intuitive interface and powerful customization options, Thunkable supports a new generation of makers and thinkers—one app at a time.

Hands-On Innovation Everywhere

From the AI Learning Fair and Educator x Entrepreneur Exchanges to student-led panels and playful LEGO-based booths, there was no shortage of interactive, meaningful learning.

Robot Dogs & Demos: The Future in Motion

One of the crowd favorites? The robot dog at the Element451 booth—a symbol of AI’s engaging, hands-on appeal. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or just curious, the demo reminded everyone that AI can be as fun as it is powerful.

What’s Next for AI in Education?

The AI Show made it clear—AI is here to stay in education. Whether it's powering personalized instruction, scaling peer learning, or making coding accessible through drag-and-drop tools, these innovations are reshaping how we teach and learn.

Today's educators increasingly recognize that incorporating AI into classrooms isn't optional—it's essential. To prepare students for tomorrow’s workforce, schools must embrace tools that not only build technical skills but also enhance creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. AI isn’t replacing teachers—it’s empowering them to deliver more personalized and effective learning experiences for every student. Whether it's powering personalized instruction, scaling peer learning, or making coding accessible through drag-and-drop tools, these innovations are reshaping how we teach and learn.

Editor’s Note: This article was created by Alicia Shapiro, CMO of AiNews.com, with writing, image, and idea-generation support from ChatGPT, an AI assistant. However, the final perspective and editorial choices are solely Alicia Shapiro’s. Special thanks to ChatGPT for assistance with research and editorial support in crafting this article.