Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Enhanced Student Engagement featuring David Monson from SchoolAI

Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury discusses the highlights from the ISTE and ASCD conference, focusing on the innovative features of SchoolAI with Dave Monson, Head of Design. The conversation covers the importance of AI in education, addressing teacher concerns about privacy and security, and the role of data-driven insights in enhancing student engagement. The episode also emphasizes the need for supportive policies in schools and provides resources for instructional coaches to effectively implement AI tools in their classrooms. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards."

• Strategic Vision for Digital Learning: Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported.
• Curriculum Design and Implementation: Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels.
• Effective Instructional Coaching: Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage.

Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Key Takeaways:

• The ISTE conference brought together 15,000 educators to discuss educational innovations.
• SchoolAI offers free access for teachers, making it accessible for all.
• AI tools can significantly enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Privacy and security are top priorities for AI in education.
• Teachers can use AI to create personalized learning experiences for students.
• Data dashboards provide valuable insights into student performance and engagement.
• AI can support students' emotional well-being by facilitating personal conversations.
• Developing clear AI policies is essential for schools to navigate new technologies.
• Instructional coaches play a crucial role in implementing AI tools in classrooms.
• SchoolAI provides a marketplace of resources created by educators for educators.

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction to TeacherCast and ISTE Conference Highlights
• 02:06 Exploring SchoolAI: Features and Benefits
• 05:13 Addressing Teacher Concerns: Privacy and Security in AI
• 08:51 Getting Started with AI in the Classroom
• 10:57 Data-Driven Insights: Using Dashboards for Student Engagement
• 14:06 Supporting Student Well-Being: AI's Role in Personal Conversations
• 15:43 Developing AI Policies in Schools
• 18:26 Resources for Instructional Coaches and Educators

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Sign up for product showcase now: https://schoolai.com/showcase

About our Guest: David Monson is the Head of Design at SchoolAI, where he brings a unique blend of classroom experience and global design leadership. A former educator who taught product design, David is passionate about creating...