Is My School Behind the AI Curve?

Is My School Behind the AI Curve?

This past school year while co-facilitation the creation of the AI guidance for the State of Washington I have also worked with over 60 school districts here in my home state and another 20 or so in other states and countries. That’s not including all the superintendents, principals, and educators I’ve had the pleasure to lead through conferences and workshops. […]

Washington State Releases K12 AI Guidance

Washington State Releases K12 AI Guidance

I am proud to announce the first of many documents being released by the @waospi on guidance for K12 educators in the state of Washington.  Of course this type of guidance starts with state level leadership and Chris Reykdal has set the bar high for the state of Washington educators and students. This is just the first of many documents […]

Coming soon: The Future World of Work

Coming soon: The Future World of Work

Listeners voted and told us this summer they wanted us to tell them more about the future world of work. Jeff and Tricia will bring listeners an incredible lineup of experts from a broad range of industries to tell us more about where we are heading. The summer series is proud to partner with Alongside. Tune in June 16th to […]

The Importance of Trauma-Informed Philanthropy & Advocacy

The Importance of Trauma-Informed Philanthropy & Advocacy

In this conversation, Erin Williamson from Love 146 discusses the organization’s core values of defiant hope and unfiltered joy, emphasizing the importance of trauma-informed care in supporting youth who have experienced trafficking. She highlights the necessity of a collective effort in addressing these complex issues and the role of policy in protecting victims. The discussion also touches on the importance […]

Overcoming Barriers with Universal Design for Learning

Overcoming Barriers with Universal Design for Learning

In this conversation, Dr. Loui Lord Nelson discusses the connections between technical theater and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), emphasizing the importance of intentional design in educational environments. The conversation explores barriers to implementing UDL, the significance of emotional connections in learning, and the necessity of fostering collaboration and community among learners. Dr. Nelson highlights the role of educators in […]

Insights on the future of restorative justice

Insights on the future of restorative justice

In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht interviews Nicholas Bradford, founder of the National Center for Restorative Justice. They discuss the importance of restorative justice in education, the training and engagement strategies for teachers, and the current trends in school management and student engagement. Nicholas shares insights on the future of restorative justice, emphasizing the need for empathetic approaches […]

The Future of AI in Trade Classrooms

The Future of AI in Trade Classrooms

This is a topic so nice, Jeff just had to talk about it twice! If you missed last week’s episode you might want to check it out first, it is a great precursor to this conversation where Jeff Utecht explores the integration of AI in trade classrooms, focusing on material selection, safety simulations, and the pedagogical benefits of using AI […]

AI in CTE Classrooms: A New Era Is Here

AI in CTE Classrooms: A New Era Is Here

In this episode, Jeff Utecht explores the transformative impact of AI in Career and Technical Education (CTE) classrooms, particularly in construction and welding. He discusses how generative AI tools can enhance learning and efficiency, providing real-world applications and examples. The conversation emphasizes the importance of preparing students for a future where AI plays a crucial role in skilled trades, highlighting […]

Can AI help us share our stories?

Can AI help us share our stories?

In this episode of the Shifting Schools podcast, Tricia Friedman introduces a month-long challenge focused on playing with ideas. She discusses the importance of crafting personal stories as a means of reflection for educators and introduces a new generative AI bot designed to assist in this process. The episode encourages listeners to engage with the provided resources and share their […]

The ‘sexy broccoli’ episode with Dr. Michael Greger

The ‘sexy broccoli’ episode with Dr. Michael Greger

This week we speak with internationally renowned physician and nutritionist, and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Michael Greger about his upcoming book, THE HOW NOT TO AGE COOKBOOK: 100+ Recipes for Getting Healthier and Living Longer is a fully illustrated cookbook filled with recipes to make you healthier as you age.   In The How Not to Age Cookbook, decades of scientific research are […]

Five challenges for fostering media and algorithmic literacy with friends and family

Five challenges for fostering media and algorithmic literacy with friends and family

In this episode, Tricia Friedman discusses the importance of algorithmic literacy in media literacy, introducing a free guide designed for families and friends to engage in co-learning activities over the summer. The guide emphasizes emotional health and community engagement through various challenges that encourage participants to explore media’s impact on their lives and relationships.   Grab the link to the […]

The AI and Social Media Link

The AI and Social Media Link

Jeff Utecht and Aaron Makelky discuss the integration of AI in education, focusing on how teachers can effectively leverage technology to enhance student learning. Aaron shares his journey as a high school social studies teacher and how he began using AI tools like ChatGPT in his classroom. They explore the importance of teaching AI literacy, the need for structured learning […]