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WorkLife with Adam Grant · September 29, 2026 · 49m 33s

Can AI really teach your kids? with Leah Belsky

Molly sits down with Leah Belsky, head of education at OpenAI, to explore what AI can and can't do in learning. Drawing on her time at Coursera and as a parent, Belsky explains why technology has repeatedly failed to revolutionize education, where AI might be different, and how to coach kids to use AI tools without undermining their own thinking. She offers a grounded perspective on the hype, highlighting both promise and pitfalls.

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The Promise and Limits of AI in Education
Leah Belsky discusses the real potential for AI to personalize learning and where it still falls short of the hype.
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Parenting AI-Curious Kids
Belsky shares her perspective as a parent helping kids navigate AI tools without letting them interfere with genuine learning.

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