Education's Digital Shift: How AI and Ed-Tech are Shaping K-12 Education

In today's episode of the Capstone Conversation, host Jared Asch delves into the advancements and challenges within K-12 educational technology with experts Dr. Michael Conner and Jacob Kantor. Dr. Conner, with a rich background in educational roles from fourth-grade teacher to superintendent, discusses his journey into EdTech and AI through studies at Harvard and MIT. He emphasizes the integration of advanced analytics and AI to create a personalized learning ecosystem. Jacob Kantor recounts his journey from an immigrant student to an education tech consultant, focusing on practical solutions for schools and districts. The discussion highlights the importance of AI literacy, intentional tech adoption, and building effective practices for educators while addressing concerns like cybersecurity and AI ethics. The experts stress the need for continuous learning within leadership teams and integrating student and family voices in adopting new technologies. They also touch on using AI for lesson planning and custom student engagement while recognizing potential negatives like cyberbullying and misuse of AI tools.