Designing Google LearnLM

Alicia Quan and Sarah Mondestin interview two key figures in the development of Google's Learn LM. Julia Wilkowski is the Pedagogy and Learning Sciences Team Lead, ensuring Google products adhere to learning science principles and best practices and have a demonstrable effect on learning. Hayes Raffle is a Principal Designer on Google's LearnX team, where he makes Google Search, YouTube and Gemini more helpful for learning. Both guests share insights on their paths in learning design, the challenges of integrating rigorous learning science into fast-paced tech development, and the role of user research and testing in creating effective educational tools. They highlight recent advancements announced at the Google I/O conference, emphasizing the importance of multimodal learning and the potential of AI in personalizing education and making learning more interactive and engaging. Chapters 04:42 - Formative Moments in Learning Design 09:14 - Designing for Diverse Audiences: Sixth Graders to Astronauts 12:53 - Impact of Tangible Media on Digital Learning 15:40 - Challenges in Measuring Learning Outcomes 20:01 - Integrating Learning Science into Product Development 26:05 - Recent Google I/O Developments and Announcements 29:26 - The Unique Approach of Learn LM 31:02 - Exciting Developments in Google Glass 32:10 - Real-Life Applications of AI in Education 37:23 - The Role of Designers in AI-Driven Learning 44:12 - Future Trends in Learning and UX 48:33 - Lightning Round and Closing Thoughts LearnLM Prompt Guide

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Designing Google LearnLM is an episode from UX of EdTech by Alicia Quan.

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This episode was published on May 28, 2025.

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