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January 21, 2025 • 55 mins

Episode 308: Jim & Maurie Beasley AI Insights from an Engineer-Educator Duo

In this exciting episode of My EdTech Life, we welcome Maurie and Jim Beasley, an incredible husband-and-wife team blazing trails in AI for K-12 education! Maurie, an experienced educator and counselor, and Jim, a former engineer turned CTO, share their journey of integrating AI tools into classrooms, balancing innovation with practicality, and bridging the digital divide for rural schools.

💡 What to Expect in This Episode:

  • How their AI-powered tool, "Agnes," is transforming classrooms on a budget.
  • Practical tips for introducing AI to skeptical educators and administrators.
  • The power of policy and why K-12 education must be included in the AI conversation.
  • Insights into their AI Trailblazer Program and how they measure its success.
  • A behind-the-scenes look at their podcast, AI in Action, and how they stay passionate about education innovation.

🎧 Whether you're a teacher, tech enthusiast, or district leader, you'll discover actionable ideas and inspiration to embrace AI while keeping it simple, effective, and impactful.

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