Early Praise for Learnvia

Founding Partner Leadership

“For decades, Carnegie Mellon University has served as a global leader at the intersection of AI, research innovation and learning science. With support from the Gates Foundation, Learnvia is using this expertise to develop cutting-edge, AI-enabled courseware that is designed to improve outcomes at scale and help students across the nation not just endure gateway college courses but thrive in them.”

— Farnam Jahanian, president, Carnegie Mellon University

“The Gates Foundation is investing deeply in math education and in partnerships that bring high-quality, tech-enabled tools into classrooms. In partnership with Carnegie Mellon University, our focus — ensuring all students are taught using high-quality curriculum and that teachers receive professional learning tied to that curriculum — is based on evidence of what works to improve student outcomes.”

— Allan Golston, president, the United States Program at the Gates Foundation

Higher Education Leadership

“Economic growth depends on a strong, skilled and adaptable talent pipeline. Learnvia’s integration of learning science and AI-enabled instruction strengthens how students build foundational skills at scale ... We look forward to working with Carnegie Mellon University as its long-standing leadership in learning science is translated into real benefits for broad-access institutions and the students we serve.”

— Madeline Pumariega, president, Miami Dade College in Miami, Florida

“At the Community College of Allegheny County, we see every day how gateway courses, particularly introductory mathematics, can determine whether students succeed or fall behind. Learnvia brings together learning science, AI and evidence-based instruction in a way that can help more students overcome these barriers and stay on track to achieve their academic and career goals.”

— Quintin B. Bullock, president, Community College of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

Students

“I think that using the platform definitely made me a lot more confident. I felt it was a great practice, and I like that it actually connected to what we did in the classroom."

— Pilot student and math education major attending Jackson State University in Mississippi

“I had a really great experience with Learnvia and I think it's the best study tool I have ever used for math. I really like the feedback from Learnvia, which encouraged me to study more and more.”

— Pilot student attending University of California San Diego

Faculty and Academic Staff

“Improving student success in gateway mathematics is essential to expanding opportunity and strengthening academic pathways. Learnvia’s thoughtful, research‐driven approach offers a promising model for supporting students more effectively, and Wilberforce University is proud to support its continued development and public release.” 

— Ramadan El Sharif, Learnvia Pilot Faculty, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Wilberforce University, Ohio

“In today’s AI-driven world, it is essential that students learn with AI rather than rely on it to do the work for them. Learnvia is designed to ensure that students actively engage with calculus concepts, using AI as a supportive guide that strengthens understanding rather than replaces learning.”

— Larry Green, Learnvia Pilot Faculty and Faculty, Mathematics, Lake Tahoe Community College, California

“Introductory mathematics is the biggest academic barrier to student success. Improving how those courses are taught — by using well-researched methods that we know work — is the fastest way to increase student success and expand opportunity.”

— Dave Kung, executive director, TPSE-Math Fellow, Complete College America, Visiting Research Professor at the University of Maryland College Park

“When students learn mathematics meaningfully, they learn far more than mathematics. They learn to think effectively — to reason clearly, develop skills in creative problem-solving, and become more persistent and resilient. Effective gateway mathematics experiences can unlock thinking practices that open doors and truly transform lives.”

— Michael Starbird, University Distinguished Teaching Professor, Professor of Mathematics, The University of Texas at Austin

“Introductory mathematics courses play an outsized role in shaping students’ academic trajectories. Improving how these courses are taught is one of the most effective ways to increase persistence and expand opportunity in higher education.”

— Shawna Acker-Ball, Ph.D., vice president, Scholarships and Programs, UNCF

Industry and Government Leaders

“The future workforce depends on helping more students succeed in foundational courses that open doors to growing careers. Higher education is one of our strongest engines for opportunity and innovation, tackling complex societal challenges while preparing students for what’s next. Learnvia is a clear example of how institutions like CMU are leading that work — translating learning science and AI into solutions that improve student outcomes at scale and strengthen the workforce.”

– Luke Skurman, CEO and founder of Niche and a CMU trustee and alumnus

“As the nation’s leading Manufacturing Innovation Institute dedicated to strengthening U.S. manufacturing through collaborative innovations in robotics, AI, and workforce development, the ARM Institute sees firsthand how foundational math skills shape opportunity. As technology expands across the economy, strong math preparation is essential for roles spanning industry, research and production. Learnvia, launched by Carnegie Mellon University, helps align education, industry and workforce goals to create stronger pathways for the talent that the manufacturing industry needs.”

— Jorgen Pedersen, CEO of ARM Institute  

“Carnegie Mellon University is showing what’s possible when innovation and mission come together. The Learnvia initiative expands access to world-class math education for students in PA and across the country, helping prepare them for real careers and a stronger workforce. Education and workforce development were key to our discussions during the Energy and Innovation Summit held last summer at CMU. I am pleased to see this latest step forward and the continued innovation in education that will support stronger student outcomes and help higher education meet today’s workforce needs.” 

— U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick