LearningMate

What an incredible few days at DLAC Ignite! A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, sat in on our sessions, and took the time to connect with our team. The conversations we had about digital learning, AI, data, and the future of K–12 education were truly energizing. If we didn't get a chance to connect, or if you want to continue the conversation, send us a message. #DLACIgnite #EdTech #K12 #DigitalLearning #LearningMate #Data #AIInEducation Abhijeet Sethi Manpreet Sarkaria Ellen Strzalkowski, DET Thanigaivel (Thani) Dakshinamurthy Emily Rukobo Victoria Pylvainen

We’re honored to welcome David Ferreira, Ed.D., to our Higher Education Advisory Board! Dr. Ferreira serves as Provost of Charter Oak State College, where he drives academic innovation and workforce development initiatives. In 2025, he launched the Connecticut Online AI Academy, a statewide initiative advancing AI literacy and practitioner training, and he chaired Charter Oak’s AI Advisory Group, developing academic policy around emerging technologies and their integration into higher education. He’ll join our panel of higher education leaders to guide institutions in adopting data and AI at scale, with a focus on personalized learner pathways, workforce readiness, and student success. Welcome, Dr. Ferreira! #HigherEducation #AIinEducation #DataAnalytics #EdTech #StudentSuccess #WorkforceDevelopment #InstitutionalEfficiency Abhijeet Sethi Samudra Sen Nachiket Paratkar John J. Falchi, Ed.D. Jordan Meyer Andrew Shean

Our team is on the ground at DLAC Ignite in Sacramento and ready to connect with K–12 digital learning leaders from across the country. We invite you to stop by our booth, say hello, and explore how LearningMate is modernizing K-12 virtual education through AI personalization and predictive data. Our intelligent frameworks bridge the gap between data and student success, ensuring operational excellence and superior learning outcomes in hybrid and online classrooms. #DLACIgnite2026 #EdTech #K12 #DigitalLearning #AIInEducation #DataAnalytics #KadalAI

We're thrilled to welcome Nestor A. Pereira to our Higher Education Advisory Board! Mr. Pereira is the Vice Provost for Academic & Learning Technologies at Miami Dade College Online, where he leads large-scale digital learning, academic technology, and AI-enabled student success initiatives. He'll join a panel of higher education leaders to guide institutions in adopting data analytics and AI at scale, with a focus on enrollment management, student retention, program design, and institutional efficiency. #HigherEducation #AIinEducation #DataAnalytics #EdTech #StudentSuccess #WorkforceDevelopment #InstitutionalEfficiency Abhijeet Sethi Samudra Sen John J. Falchi, Ed.D. Jordan Meyer Nachiket Paratkar Andrew Shean

Introducing BioGram: AI-Powered Biology Illustrations, Reimagined Building on ComiGen's foundation, we're excited to unveil BioGram, an AI agent designed to create precise, editable scientific illustrations. What makes BioGram different? - Generate accurate biology diagrams across multiple styles: modern textbook, grayscale, technical blueprints, and vintage botanical - Edit specific areas without starting over, thanks to our intelligent built-in editor - Auto-label diagrams instantly with one click, plus quick inline edits - Fine-tune colors, fonts, arrows, and layouts all in one place Best of all, everything you create stays securely within Kadal, giving you complete creative control and content safety. This is biology visualization, evolved.

🎧NEW PODCAST EPISODE! https://hubs.la/Q041lwlJ0 In this episode of the LearningMate Podcast, host Shannon Gattens is joined by Geordie Hyland, President and Chief Executive Officer of American College of Education (ACE). With experience spanning higher education, K–12, workforce development, and healthcare education, Geordie shares how ACE is rethinking access, affordability, and accountability in today’s higher education landscape. Together, Shannon and Geordie explore what it means to deliver a strong value proposition to students, focusing on tuition transparency, return on investment, and an institutional model that enables the majority of students to graduate with little to no debt. The conversation highlights how ACE’s fully online approach supports flexibility and quality while empowering learners to make informed decisions about their educational and career paths. They also discuss how ACE’s independence from federal and state funding contributes to institutional stability amid regulatory change, and what this model can teach other institutions navigating increased scrutiny around outcomes and accountability. This episode offers valuable perspectives for higher education leaders, policymakers, and EdTech partners interested in building sustainable, student-centered models that align cost, quality, and long-term outcomes. #TheLearningMatePodcast #EdTech #OnlineEducation #HigherEducation

We're heading to DLAC Ignite 2026! Join us at Booth #413 on February 18-20 at the Safe Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento, CA. https://lnkd.in/eJmWD3dq We're bringing AI-powered innovation to K-12 virtual and hybrid education. Stop by our booth or our thought leadership sessions to discover how we're modernizing digital learning through AI personalization and predictive data analytics that transform student outcomes. Connect with us today to schedule a meeting, and let's shape the future of K-12 education together. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eJmWD3dq #DLACIgnite #EdTech #K12Innovation #AIInEducation #DigitalLearning #DataAnalytics #StudentOutcomes #PersonalizedLearning Abhijeet Sethi Thanigaivel (Thani) Dakshinamurthy Manpreet Sarkaria Emily Rukobo Ellen Strzalkowski, DET

🎧NEW PODCAST EPISODE! https://hubs.la/Q040ydfV0 In this episode of the LearningMate Podcast, host Shannon Gattens is joined by Priyanka Raju, Senior Vice President of Digital Transformation Solutions at Straive, and Christa Stramella Goge, Vice President of Learner Engagement Strategies at Penn Foster Group. With deep expertise spanning digital transformation, AI-enabled operations, and learner-centric education strategy, Priyanka and Christa share how their organizations are working together to improve learner engagement and outcomes at scale. Together, they explore what it means to redefine learner success beyond enrollment—focusing on the full learner journey from admissions through post-graduation. The conversation delves into the roles of technology, AI, and automation in modern learner support, emphasizing the importance of a human-in-the-loop approach that strikes a balance between efficiency and empathy. They also discuss how data, sentiment analysis, and proactive support models are shaping the future of learner engagement, and offer practical insights for institutions and partners navigating the intersection of scale, technology, and human connection. This episode provides valuable insights for education leaders seeking to modernize learner support while keeping people at the center of the experience. #TheLearningMatePodcast #AI #Data #EdTech #DigitalTransformation #Straive #PennFosterGroup

Introducing ComiGen – where your stories come to life! We're thrilled to announce our newest creation: a comic book tool that puts professional-grade storytelling in your hands. Whether you're an educator bringing lessons to life, a student exploring creative writing, or just someone with a story to tell, ComiGen makes it easy. What makes it special? -Create stunning comics in minutes across any art style -Keep characters and backgrounds consistent throughout your story -Upload your own scripts or generate new ones -Fine-tune every panel with Magic Edit and Generative Fill -Everything stays secure and protected on Kadal Ready to transform your ideas into visual stories? ComiGen is live now on Kadal.

We're heading to the AACC Workforce Development Institute 2026 in New Orleans, January 28-31! https://hubs.la/Q03_2JSb0 Join us as we connect with community college leaders, industry partners, and workforce development professionals to explore AI and data analytics solutions that transform workforce education and deliver job-ready candidates. Ready to enhance your institution's workforce programs? Learn more about our solution and connect with us in New Orleans. #AACCWDI #WorkforceDevelopment #AIInEducation #DataAnalytics #EdTech #CommunityColleges #JobReady #NewOrleans