PLUS - Personalized Learning Squared

In a recent article, research team leader Dr. Danielle Thomas shared insights on PLUS's approach to revolutionize middle school math education by integrating human and AI tutoring. The article shares details on this innovative approach, which has already reached nearly 3,000 students across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and New York. To learn more about the why, the how, and the what of PLUS's tutor platform, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dSH44Cay

Meet Shangyi Zhu, a Masters student studying Music Technology, and one of our talented PLUS tutors! Shangyi's favorite part about tutoring is when students sweetly wave you goodbye at the end of a tutoring session.

Carnegie Mellon University’s PLUS program is proud to be part of the National Tutoring Observatory (NTO), collaborating with Cornell University, MIT, and RAND Corporation! This initiative is analyzing data from virtual tutoring interactions to uncover what makes tutoring most effective and how it can be scaled to support more students. ???? ?? Through the Million Tutoring Moves open-access dataset, PLUS is contributing insights into real-world tutoring strategies, helping researchers and educators refine best practices and improve learning outcomes nationwide. Want to learn more about how NTO is shaping the future of tutoring? Read the full article here:?https://lnkd.in/edceAw6d #EducationInnovation?#Tutoring #EdTech

Meet Rachel Lewis, an Electrical and Computer Engineering major and one of our outstanding PLUS tutors. ?? ?? Rachel believes that math is the foundation of all STEM learning, both in high school and beyond. After COVID, she struggled with math because her classes built upon a foundation she had barely established. This experience fuels her passion for teaching math, as she knows that reinforcing students' understanding now will directly impact their future success.

Meet Siwei Jin, a talented Product Designer on the PLUS team! ???? Siwei is passionate about creating intuitive, user-centered solutions. Currently in the CMU METALS program, she is expanding her expertise in educational technology and learning sciences. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Parsons School of Design, majoring in Integrated Design with double minors in Psychology and Management & Leadership. With a unique blend of creativity and insight into human behavior, Siwei refines AI-powered tools and crafts seamless user experiences. For her, great design is all about making the complex feel effortless. #ProductDesign #EdTech #UX #AI #DesignThinking

Meet Junyuan Li, a Data Analytics for Science major and one of our dedicated PLUS tutors! For Junyuan, explaining math concepts is rewarding, and he believes that encouragement is key to helping students succeed.

Technology is revolutionizing every corner of society, but education seems to be falling behind. This insightful article from EdupExperience highlights the critical gap between tech-driven societal change and the slower pace of innovation in learning. At PLUS, we’re committed to bridging this gap by leveraging technology to empower tutors and students alike. Read the full article for thought-provoking insights: https://lnkd.in/gUxMDZuT

Meet John Kim, a Mechanical Engineering major with a minor in Robotics and one of our dedicated PLUS tutors! Outside of his studies, John is a talented musician who can play at least five instruments. John believes in guiding students to solve problems on their own, helping them build confidence and mastery along the way.

Meet Isabel K., one of our dedicated PLUS tutors! ?? Isabel joined PLUS because of the supportive and friendly tutoring team. She finds it rewarding to help students who are eager to learn but may not have access to the resources they need, and she values building meaningful connections through teaching.

We’re hiring a Tutor Supervisor for the PLUS Project at Carnegie Mellon University!??? Are you passionate about improving education and mentoring others? Join the PLUS Project, an innovative initiative that combines?human and AI tutoring systems?to enhance math learning for middle school students. In this role, you’ll: - Recruit, onboard, and supervise college tutors?for the program. - Coordinate tutoring schedules across schools in collaboration with cross-functional teams. - Conduct tutor orientation, training workshops, and performance evaluations. - Build strong relationships with school administrators, teachers, and students. - Manage tutoring activity records, student progress, and payroll processes. ???Location:?Pittsburgh, PA ???Learn more and apply here:?https://lnkd.in/eE8Jt8pj