About the Hands-On AI Learning Lab
The AI Hands-On Learning Lab is a monthly, guided exploration of technology tools with a focus on their AI capabilities. Each session spotlights a specific software and provides learners the opportunity to delve into its distinct AI features through hands-on exploration. The lab will also foster discussions on how these tools can be effectively used across workplace contexts, particularly for Learning & Development professionals.
Our May AI lab will feature Synthesia!
About Synthesia
Synthesia is like having an entire L&D video production team in your pocket. It empowers you to create engaging, professional training videos in minutes, with no cameras, actors, or complex editing required. Using AI-powered avatars, multilingual voiceovers, and easy-to-update templates, Synthesia can streamline content creation so you can focus on learning design. It is an tool L&D teams can use to scale training globally, reduce production costs, and keep learning materials fresh.
Mary serves as the Vice President of Technology for ATD Central Mass. She is completing an M.A. in Educational Technology Leadership from George Washington University and holds an additional M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from Teachers College, Columbia University. With extensive experience managing diverse learning and development projects in the northeast, as well as Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Germany, Mary’s interests encompass project management, adult learning, educational technology, task authenticity, learning transfer, competency-based learning, and culturally responsive practices. She is particularly passionate about adapting learning design, instruction, and technology to enhance cultural relevance for target audience as well as implementing small moves to address performance gaps.
Capability Model - Technology Application, Lifelong Learning, Future Readiness
