Reflecting on the Future: A Conversation on My EdTech Life with Fonz Mendoza I recently had the privilege of joining Fonz Mendoza on My EdTech Life for Episode 321, and what an energizing and meaningful conversation it was! As a returning guest, it felt like catching up with an old friend—Fonz is not only an …
Remembering the Future: Finding Joy in Tomorrow
In a world often dominated by dystopian visions, we must intentionally take a different approach. Rather than dwelling on potential catastrophes, I invite you to rediscover something we seem to have lost along the way: the excitement of imagining our future. The Lost Art of Technological Optimism Remember when we used to dream about flying …
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Dr. Micah Shippee’s interview with PBS News Hour Classroom
Interview with PBS NewsHour Classroom discussing ed tech integration in a social studies classroom and its impact on work at Samsung, focusing on transforming teaching, demonstrating adaptability, and Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow competition. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9jjeKIxs-E Here is a summary of key interview themes: Early Adoption of EdTech: discussion on embracing educational technology early, using tools like …
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“AI will replace teachers within 10 years.”
The future of teaching and learning is at risk unless we open up dialogue about preparing for a future we want our children to have. Bill Gates recently stated AI will replace teachers (and doctors) within 10 years. While I accept the comments were made within a larger context, the sentiments are concerning. (source: https://www.yahoo.com/news/bill-gates-says-ai-replace-155228777.html) …
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Reflections from Honduras: Building Educational Capacity Through Collaboration and Connection
The Power of Educational Community As I reflect on our recently concluded 2025 Honduras Education Conference at Gran Comission Academy in San Pedro Sula, I am struck by the profound impact that emerges when educators gather with shared purpose. What began as a workshop series evolved into something far more meaningful—a community of practice bound …
📢 New Podcast Launch!
🎧 WanderlustEDU 🎧 💡 This podcast challenges educators and policymakers to embrace change, fostering a culture of innovation beyond technology. Explore cutting-edge methods, theories, and policies that transform classrooms into launchpads for adventure. Join our conversation to cultivate a mindset of continual learning and turn challenges into opportunities for growth. ✨ In full transparency, I …
Innovation and AI in Education
A conversation about navigating the evolving landscape of education and work, a human-centered approach to integrating AI, fostering global awareness, and equipping students with future-ready skills is paramount. By addressing the ethical considerations, leveraging AI's potential strategically, and continually adapting our understanding of essential skills, we can prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing …
AI and the rise of Editors: Refocusing Educational Assessment in preparing our learners for their future
Assessing knowledge and skill acquisition has been a top priority in every form of education from early philosophers questioning their audience, to master craftsman coaching their apprentices, to today’s formalized education systems. As we know, the industrial revolution had a profound impact on the later driving for summative, or end-product, deliverables to demonstrate mastery. This …
Dropping AI: Seeking our Pencil Moment for AI in education
aiEducation? aiLearning? aiLesson? aiTool? aiSchool? What will it take for AI to become so fully adopted that it is an unnamed part of our routine? Will AI have its Pencil Moment? At some point over 100 years ago teachers were saying “Today we are going to learn math with our pencils.” Math WITH our pencils? …
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Beyond the 4C’s: Framing our Understanding of Future Skills in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
In 2002, the National Education Association (NEA) formed the Partnership for 21st Century Skills (P21). P21 developed the “Framework for 21st Century Learning,” which highlighted 18 essential skills for learning in the 21st century. However, it became evident that 18 skills were too broad, so in 2004, the “Four Cs” were introduced: Critical Thinking, Communication, …
