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George Philip LeBourdais

George Philip LeBourdais

Educator, technologist, and curator empowering learners to achieve their best

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San Francisco, California
Joined January 2026
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George Philip LeBourdais is an educational strategist and consultant with over two decades of experience across secondary and higher education, edtech platform development, and leadership. He is the founder and principal consultant of didametic, an educational consulting firm, and also works as an Educational Consultant at Headed for College. His expertise includes AI Integration & Upskilling, Marketing & Brand Strategy, Educational Programs, and College Admissions Consulting, demonstrating a strong commitment to authentic achievement and equitable outcomes in education. gplebourdais+2
With a strong background in edtech, LeBourdais served as Head of Strategic Initiatives and Head of Partnerships at Polygence, where he built and grew a B2B2C partnerships channel by 5.6x in two years. He led cross-functional initiatives in product development, content strategy, and market expansion, driving significant increases in customer acquisition and brand visibility through data-driven thought leadership. gplebourdais+2
LeBourdais holds a Ph.D. in Art History from Stanford University, an M.A. from Williams College and the Clark Art Institute, and a B.A. from Middlebury College, specializing in Art History, French, and Italian. His academic work focuses on the visual history of ecology and environmentalism, with publications on art history, photography, and climate. He also teaches AI-Aided Design at ELVTR, exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence, design thinking, and product strategy. gplebourdais+3
A Fulbright Scholar, LeBourdais conducted research in Switzerland on the cultural history of the Alps, focusing on the role of museums in civil society. His curatorial experience includes roles at the Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts at Stanford University and the California Historical Society, alongside curatorial research assistantships at Stanford and the Williams College Museum of Art. gplebourdais+2
LeBourdais is a prolific writer, contributing to publications like Artsy and the Los Angeles Review of Books. His research focuses on the intersection of education, technology, and human development, with white papers covering topics such as the AI Creativity Paradox, the evolution of AI in education, the importance of feedback, teaching students to embrace failure, the impact of high school research projects on college admissions, and how passion projects support student mental health. gplebourdais+3

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The AI Creativity Paradox: Frameworks for Human+AI Collaboration

January 1, 2025

Explores the emerging dynamics of human-AI creative collaboration, revealing how AI assistance can boost individual creativity while reducing originality in groups. Presents three evidence-based collaboration strategies for effective creative partnerships with AI.

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From Turing to Teaching Techniques: The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence and How Educators Can Use it to Support Student Growth

January 1, 2024

Traces the invention of artificial intelligence from computing pioneers to its current use by educators, exploring how AI technologies can increase access to individualized learning support.

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Great Work: Why Feedback is so Important for Students and How to Make it More Effective

January 1, 2023

Discusses how to make student feedback targeted, focused, actionable, and timely to help overcome mental health challenges like impostor syndrome and promote a growth mindset.

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From Fearful to Flourishing: How Teaching Students to Fail Empowers them to Succeed

January 1, 2023

Provides actionable techniques from researchers, teachers, and education thought leaders on how to create 'effective failure' opportunities that empower students to succeed.

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High School Research Projects: The Key to Test-Optional College Admissions

January 1, 2023

Presents statistical evidence from 160,000 applications to Harvard, revealing how research projects can increase admissions chances 8x in the test-optional era.

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Paths to Resilience: How Passion Projects, Positive Storytelling and Portfolios Can Support Student Mental Health

January 1, 2022

Explores how passion projects and positive storytelling can support student mental health and build resilience during challenging times.

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What Is Art Nouveau?

November 1, 2016
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A Brief History of the Artist's Studio

August 1, 2016
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In San Francisco, Dedicated Locals and Tech Patrons Are Fueling an Art World Resurgence

March 1, 2016
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The Baroque Period

January 1, 2016
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The Dutch Golden Age

January 1, 2016
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The 1980s

August 1, 2015
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The 1990s

August 1, 2015
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The Most Iconic Artists of All Time

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Hobbies

Enjoys cycling, hiking, and large format photography. nya

Engages in rock climbing, rowing, and soccer. stanford

Has a passion for singing. stanford

Is an ocean lover and gluten enthusiast. instagram