University of Phoenix CIO Jamie Smith Shares How Technology Is Redefining Online Education for Adults on National Podcast
Publish Date: 2026-02-20 14:13:00
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Smith discusses AI integration, student-centered innovation and the future of career-aligned online education on “The Rant”
PHOENIX, Feb. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Jamie Smith, Chief Information Officer at University of Phoenix, was featured on the How University of Phoenix Is Redefining Online Learning for Working Learners episode of The Rant podcast, where he discussed how technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven design are reshaping online education for adults who work.
Jamie Smith, Chief Information Officer at University of Phoenix, was featured on the How University of Phoenix Is Redefining Online Learning for Working Learners episode of The Rant podcast, where he discussed how technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven design are reshaping online education for adults who work.
Hosted by Eloy Ortiz Oakley, an innovator and leader in higher education, The Rant explores how technology, leadership and innovation are shaping higher education and workforce development. The podcast features Oakley’s conversations with senior leaders across education and industry on the future of learning.
In the episode, Smith outlines how University of Phoenix is modernizing the online education for adults’ experience to better serve learners balancing work, family and school responsibilities. Key themes from the conversation include:
- Designing online learning platforms specifically for adults who work
- Integrating AI tools to enhance — not replace — human support
- Using data…
