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217: Unlocking Web3 Talent: Pauline Cohen on Polkadot Blockchain Academy and the Future of Education

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In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I speak with Pauline Cohen, the visionary behind the Polkadot Blockchain Academy (PBA). With a career spanning giants like Coursera, Pauline brings her expertise in education to Web3, addressing the massive gap in blockchain talent.

We dive deep into:✅ How PBA is creating world-class blockchain developers for Polkadot and beyond.✅ The challenges of online education and strategies to boost completion rates.✅ Why more women aren’t entering Web3 development—and how to change that.✅ AI’s role in personalized learning and the future of blockchain education.✅ The next big steps for Web3 education and PBA’s vision for inclusivity and accessibility.

Whether you’re a developer, a lifelong learner, or simply curious about Web3 education, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the future of blockchain learning.

Key Timestamps

[00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Pauline Cohen and the Polkadot Blockchain Academy.

[00:01:00] The Origins of PBA:

  • Why and how Polkadot Blockchain Academy was created.

  • The need for high-quality blockchain education.

[00:04:00] Lessons from Web2 Education:

  • Pauline’s experience at Coursera and how it shaped PBA.

  • The importance of combining academic rigor with scalable solutions.

[00:07:00] Addressing Completion Rates:

  • Why online courses often struggle with low engagement.

  • PBA’s approach to fostering community and peer learning.

[00:11:00] Challenges in Web3 Education:

  • How to make blockchain more accessible for non-technical learners.

  • Bridging the gender gap in Web3 development.

[00:18:00] AI’s Role in Education:

  • How personalized AI tutors could revolutionize learning.

  • Why human interaction remains key to effective education.

[00:24:00] PBA’s Future Vision:

  • Expanding blockchain education across industries.

  • Building learning pathways for diverse audiences, from developers to marketers.

[00:30:00] Call to Action:

  • Opportunities to join PBA online or in person.

  • Collaborating with universities and communities to bring blockchain education worldwide.

Connect

https://polkadot.academy/

https://www.linkedin.com/school/polkadot-blockchain-academy/

https://x.com/academypolkadot

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauline-cohen-vorms-41710310/

https://x.com/PaulineVorms

Disclaimer

Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.
Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

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Manage episode 463744296 series 3012250
Content provided by Sam Kamani. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Sam Kamani or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I speak with Pauline Cohen, the visionary behind the Polkadot Blockchain Academy (PBA). With a career spanning giants like Coursera, Pauline brings her expertise in education to Web3, addressing the massive gap in blockchain talent.

We dive deep into:✅ How PBA is creating world-class blockchain developers for Polkadot and beyond.✅ The challenges of online education and strategies to boost completion rates.✅ Why more women aren’t entering Web3 development—and how to change that.✅ AI’s role in personalized learning and the future of blockchain education.✅ The next big steps for Web3 education and PBA’s vision for inclusivity and accessibility.

Whether you’re a developer, a lifelong learner, or simply curious about Web3 education, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the future of blockchain learning.

Key Timestamps

[00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Pauline Cohen and the Polkadot Blockchain Academy.

[00:01:00] The Origins of PBA:

  • Why and how Polkadot Blockchain Academy was created.

  • The need for high-quality blockchain education.

[00:04:00] Lessons from Web2 Education:

  • Pauline’s experience at Coursera and how it shaped PBA.

  • The importance of combining academic rigor with scalable solutions.

[00:07:00] Addressing Completion Rates:

  • Why online courses often struggle with low engagement.

  • PBA’s approach to fostering community and peer learning.

[00:11:00] Challenges in Web3 Education:

  • How to make blockchain more accessible for non-technical learners.

  • Bridging the gender gap in Web3 development.

[00:18:00] AI’s Role in Education:

  • How personalized AI tutors could revolutionize learning.

  • Why human interaction remains key to effective education.

[00:24:00] PBA’s Future Vision:

  • Expanding blockchain education across industries.

  • Building learning pathways for diverse audiences, from developers to marketers.

[00:30:00] Call to Action:

  • Opportunities to join PBA online or in person.

  • Collaborating with universities and communities to bring blockchain education worldwide.

Connect

https://polkadot.academy/

https://www.linkedin.com/school/polkadot-blockchain-academy/

https://x.com/academypolkadot

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauline-cohen-vorms-41710310/

https://x.com/PaulineVorms

Disclaimer

Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.
Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

  continue reading

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