EP. 100 Classrooms as Game Studios? Matt D’Alio Explains the Future of Learning

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Leena Mare Saleh "The EDTECH GURU"

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Leena Marie Saleh has been coined "The Edtech Guru". Join Leena as she explores hot topics in the world of education, tech tips, and even a bit of career guidance in this Audio Experience. The Edtech Guru has more than 10 years of classroom experience and is extremely passionate about the world of technology and how it transfers into the classroom to make our students workforce ready. She believes that providing students the skills for our future is absolutely vital and is important to creating a more equitable opportunity for ALL students.

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EP. 100 Classrooms as Game Studios? Matt D’Alio Explains the Future of Learning

Leena Marie Saleh "The Edtech Guru" | Audio Experience |

58 minutes 56 seconds

5 months ago

EP. 100 Classrooms as Game Studios? Matt D’Alio Explains the Future of Learning

Episode 100!!!!

In this milestone episode of The EdTech Disruptor Series, Leena Marie Saleh sits down with Matt Dalio, CEO and Co-founder of Endless Studios, to explore how game development, AI, and creative collaboration are reshaping education.

Matt shares his passion for empowering students to become creators not just consumers, of technology and why traditional classrooms need to evolve to prepare learners for the modern workforce.

Whether you're an educator, EdTech leader, or just curious about how gaming and AI can change the way we learn, this episode is packed with inspiration and forward-thinking insights.

What we discuss:

How game development builds real-world skills like collaboration and feedback

Why teaching skills is just as important as providing access to technology
How portfolios may eventually replace transcripts in hiring decisions
The role of AI as a tool in learning environments—not something to ban
Why students need to learn to give and receive constructive feedback
The importance of focusing on outcomes over inputs in education
How the classroom of the future could become a global, collaborative space
Why youth are naturally drawn to innovation and startup culture

This episode is a powerful reminder that education must meet students where they are and equip them to shape, not be shaped by technology.

Who is Matt Dalio?

Matt Dalio is the founder of Endless Studios, a game-making studio that introduces youth to 21st-century skills like coding, design, and collaboration. His mission is simple: if you can engage them, you can teach them.

Through the Endless Foundation, Matt also works to close the device and internet gap, ensuring that every kid in the world has access to the tools they need to become creators of technology.

Connect with Matt & Endless Studios:

🌐 Website: www.endlessstudios.com
💼 LinkedIn: Matt D’Alio

Learn about Endless Studios:

Endless Studios is a youth-focused game creation studio and learning hub. Founded in partnership with E-Line Media, Endless empowers young people to transform from players to creators, equipping them with technical, creative, and life skills that prepare them for a dynamic workforce.

With a portfolio including Minecraft.Edu, Gamestar Mechanic, The Endless Mission, and XPrize Connect Code Games Challenge, Endless has touched the lives of millions of learners globally.

Their programs focus on more than just tech; they build empathy, creativity, communication, and collaboration.

Who is 'The Edtech Guru'?

Leena Marie Saleh, aka The EdTech Guru, is dedicated to helping educators navigate career transitions and embrace innovation. With over a decade of experience, she brings real-world insights into education, EdTech, and the future of learning.

📲 Connect with Leena:

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Contact: leena@leenamariesaleh.com