My EdTech Life
Aug. 14, 2026

Why Step-by-Step EdTech Instructions Kill Student Critical Thinking

When teachers hand students rigid step-by-step instructions for digital projects, they often mistake compliance for genuine learning. Scripted edtech lessons teach children to blindly mimic a process rather than understand why a concept works. By fo…
July 17, 2026

I Don't Like Calling It Claude

When we refer to generative AI models by human names like "Claude," "Alexa," or "Siri," we inadvertently shape student perceptions of technology. By assigning human labels to machines that are inherently sycophantic, we risk undermining critical thi…
May 17, 2026

Beyond the Algorithm: The Irreplaceable Human Touch in Instructional Design

Welcome back to the blog, and to a special post expanding on our latest podcast episode! In this week's show, What AI Can't Replace in Instructional Design ft. Jonathan De La Cruz, we had a truly insightful conversation with Jonathan De La Cruz abou…
May 3, 2026

The AREA Method: A Framework for Smarter Decisions in the Age of AI

Welcome back to the blog, where we dive deeper into the conversations we're having on the podcast! In our latest episode, "The Human Edge: Smarter Decisions in the Age of AI ft. Cheryl Strauss Einhorn," we explored the complex and often overwhelming…
April 29, 2026

AI Literacy: More Than Just Prompt Engineering

Welcome back to the podcast blog! In our latest episode, titled "If You Live on Earth, You've Been Opted Into AI ft. Valerie Brock," we had a truly illuminating conversation with Valerie Brock, the Curriculum Lead at Day of AI. The episode, availabl…
April 15, 2026

A Practical Framework for Evaluating AI Tools in K-12 ft. Betsy Cooper

The Allure and Danger of Quick AI Adoption The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence has brought with it an undeniable excitement. New tools emerge seemingly every week, promising to revolutionize education, streamline workflows, and persona…