Meet Aqua by Adobe: The Free Creative Playground Putting Kids in the Driver's Seat
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Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends.
In this episode, Lydia Hall from Adobe introduces Aqua, a free creative app for kids that fosters artistic expression and innovation. We explore how Aqua supports student creativity, privacy, and future skills, along with insights on integrating AI and tech tools in education.
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Chapters:
- 00:00 Introduction to Aqua by Adobe
- 03:45 The Creative Playground for Kids
- 05:47 The Development Journey of Aqua
- 08:46 Empowering Young Entrepreneurs
- 11:54 Integrating AI in Education
- 14:54 Future of Aqua and Educational Technology
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
- Aqua by Adobe -https://aqua.adobe.com
- Adobe Creative Cloud -https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud.html
About our Guest: Lydia Hall
Lydia Hall is Venture Lead and Co-Founder of Project Aqua at Adobe, where she co-leads the company’s first-ever product for kids and families. Built within Adobe’s incubator program, Project Aqua was inspired by Lydia’s experience as a parent. The app extends Adobe’s creative ecosystem to young creators through art, design, and play in a safe, educational mobile environment.A serial founder and growth strategist, Lydia has held executive roles across four venture-backed startups. She founded her first company, an edtech platform, while attending Penn Law and Wharton; and later served as COO at Chalkup, a content collaboration platform acquired by Microsoft. Lydia participated in Y Combinator Imagine K12, and was recognized by the Forbes 30 Under 30.
Outside of work, Lydia is a lifelong sailor and U.S. Sailing Association–certified coach. Competitive racing has shaped her approach to leadership — balancing focus and adaptability amid shifting winds, changing tides, and the occasional sea monster.
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