Ep. 8 - What Vendors Get Wrong About AI for Learning

This episode of eLearning Talks breaks down new research on the widening gap between what AI learning technology vendors are building and what L&D buyers actually need. Angela and Dimitra analyze the data of the eLearning Industry Exclusive Benchmark Report of 2026 and examine buyer priorities, vendor roadmaps, pricing, evaluation criteria, and the bigger question of whether AI should amplify human learning or replace it. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the AI Expectation Gap 02:48 Understanding the AI Expectation Gap 05:24 Vendor vs. Buyer Perspectives 08:27 The Disconnect in Feature Development 11:17 Navigating the Marketplace 14:04 The Future of Learning Technology 16:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts If you found this conversation interesting, make sure to download the original eLI Report, follow our show eLearning Talks, and visit the official website of eLearning Industry to find valuable resources on topics such as eLearning, Learning Management Systems, and Artificial Intelligence.