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In education, it is easy to get swept up in the waves of FUD—Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt. Headlines warn of artificial intelligence replacing teachers. Edtech trends move faster than professional development days can keep up. And the pace of change? Exhausting. We feel fear of innovations like AI taking over classrooms. We feel uncertainty about …
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🌎 Just wrapped an incredible day of professional development at Lincoln International Academy in 📍Nicaragua!We worked with over 100 passionate educators—from preschool through 12th grade, including their amazing coaches and staff.Our focus? Helping teachers embrace change, leverage AI practically, and prioritize SEL (with Laura Shippee) as we prepare students for a future where artificial intelligence …
I am looking forward to speaking at ISTE and connecting with attendees. For me, the best part of ISTE is meeting with colleagues new and old, catching up, and thinking about the future for our students. With that in mind, I wanted to let you know about a few places you can find me. If …
The official 2059 Audiobook is out! I have been working with the team at ElevenReader to provide the best, free audiobook experience possible for all of you. The link below will take you to their page/app where you can create a free account an begin listening to the book! Why free as an audiobook? Writing …
Hello readers! I wanted to personally reach out because I deeply respect your passion and commitment to the future of education—it is something we both care about deeply. After years of research, writing, and reflection, I am excited to have shared my new book with you: 2059: The Future of Education. I believe the ideas …
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 …
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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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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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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Hey there, fellow education enthusiasts and tech lovers! We’re living in an exciting time where the future of education is evolving rapidly, and you don’t want to miss out on what’s coming next. If you haven’t already, it’s time to grab your copy of 2059: The Future of Education, the book that explores how emerging …
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