Mic Drop 2025: A Year of Progress Toward Blending the Artificial and the Uniquely Human

This AI-powered 2025 review of SuperSpeaks with Mark Sparvell recaps the evolution of a new genre of blended learning, marrying artificial intelligence with our uniquely human needs. The conversations covered a range of this year’s relevant topics. AI’s impact on cognitive skills, the importance of emotional intelligence, and how school leaders can leverage AI as a tool while navigating budget constraints. The discussion highlights AI’s dual nature as both a potential crutch and a means to enhance human skills, underscoring the need for responsible use and innovative thinking in educational settings. Mic Drop is a pilot project from BRN’s Gen AI Podcast Labs. The first iteration is promising, and we look forward to improving the channel as the technology evolves. See an error or have a suggestion? Leave your comments below.

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