Learning Has Changed. Expectations Have, Too.

From Passive to Immersive

As Claire Zau, AI Lead at GSV Ventures, puts it: passive learning is outdated.

AI is unlocking immersive, intelligent experiences that transform how people learn:

• Simulations: Practice real-world skills in virtual environments
• Gamification: Dynamic challenges that adapt to learner progress
• AI coaching: Real-time mentorship that supports growth, not just completion

The result? Learning that feels intuitive, relevant, and engaging—because it is.

What This Means for Educators and Learning Teams

AI isn’t just enhancing the learning experience—it’s redefining what “good” looks like.

To meet the new standard:

• Build adaptive learning paths that evolve with each user
• Enable interactive formats that mimic real-world conversations and problem-solving
• Leverage real-time data to coach, guide, and motivate learners along the way