In this episode of Learning Unleashed, Carl Hooker and Rochelle Dene Poth discuss the latest trends in education technology, including the metaverse, AI, and immersive learning experiences. They share insights from the ISTE conference, highlighting global interactions and the importance of networking among educators. Rochelle also introduces her new book, ‘What the Tech?’, which explores emerging technologies and their implications for education. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @Rdene915 @jonHarper70bd @shellthief  @hyphenatic @bamradionetwork  #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Resources: What the Tech? |  Hacking GenAI in Education: Conversation Starters Rachelle Dene Poth is an accomplished edtech consultant, presenter, author, blogger and teacher. She currently teaches Spanish and a course on emerging tech that covers AR/VR, artificial intelligence, coding, gaming, digital citizenship, video animation and more. She presents regularly at conferences on technology and ways to drive student learning. Poth is the president of the ISTE Teacher Education Network and serves on the leadership team for the ISTE Mobile Learning Network. At ISTE19, she received the Making IT Happen Award and a Presidential Gold Award for volunteer service to education. She’s a Buncee Ambassador, Edmodo Certified Trainer, Nearpod Certified Educator and PioNear, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and Google Certified Educator Levels I and II. Poth is the author of In Other Words: Quotes That Push Our Thinking, The Future Is Now: Looking Back to Move Ahead and Unconventional Ways to THRIVE in EDU. She’s a contributing author to Education Write Now, Volume 3; several volumes of the Edumatch book Snapshot in Education; and the ISTE book Gamify Literacy. Poth is a regular blogger for Getting Smart and DefinedSTEM.

In this conversation, Carl Hooker and Brent Warner explore the intersection of multilingual learning and technology, discussing the role of AI in language acquisition, ethical considerations for educators, and strategies for effectively navigating the plethora of EdTech tools available. They emphasize the importance of empowering teachers and students, fostering a mindset that embraces creativity and adaptability in the classroom. Brent Warner is an award-winning professor at Irvine Valley College in Southern California where he focuses on integrating technology into the language-learning process. He works with teachers and organizations across the globe to provide practical advice for helping English language learners take advantage of tech to help them communicate more clearly. For TESOL International, he blogs about technology integration in the English as a Second or Other Language (ESOL) classroom. He is also the co-host of “The DIESOL Podcast” that addresses innovation in ESOL, as well as “The HigherEdTech Podcast,” covering tech for teachers in college and university settings.

In this episode of Learning Unleashed, host Carl Hooker speaks with Kayla Holland, author of ‘Putting Out Fires,’ about the challenges educators face in problem-solving within the classroom. They discuss the importance of moving beyond reactive measures to address systemic issues, the framework for problem-solving that Kayla has developed, and the role of empathy and technology in enhancing student engagement. The conversation emphasizes the need for educators to take ownership of the problems they encounter and to adopt an upstream thinking approach to find effective solutions. Follow on X: @HollandKaylah  @ISTEofficial@mrhooker @shellthief@hyphenatic @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Dr. Kaylah Holland is passionate about empowering educators through professional development, one on one coaching, and innovative lesson design. She holds a Doctorate of Education in Instructional Design and Technology with extensive research in active learning environments. She has spent years empowering educators and championing student-centered classrooms. She is a Google Certified Trainer & Innovator, a college professor, an ISTE community Leader, and was presented the “20 to Watch” award by ISTE in 2022. Kaylah is the Director of Instructional Technology and Blended Learning for BreakFree Education and works to empower educators to radically improve education inside juvenile justice facilities.

Every learner has the potential to be a leader – both inside and outside of the classroom. In this episode of Learning Unleashed, host Carl Hooker engages with Tisha Ponceo and Rick Butterworth, authors of ‘Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders.’ They discuss the importance of entrepreneurial thinking in education, the impact of personal learning journeys on teaching perspectives, and the need for educators to adapt to an uncertain future. The conversation emphasizes the role of digital portfolios and the significance of feedback and reflection in fostering student growth. The episode concludes with key takeaways for educators to enhance their teaching practices and better prepare students for their futures. Get the Book: Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders Follow on X: @TishaPoncio @r1ck11  @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @shellthief  @hyphenatic @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Tisha Poncio, M.S has served in education for the last 21 years. She has led students in classroom instruction of English, Web Design, Graphic Design, Business Computing, Programming, and Broadcast Journalism. She has also led educators, students, and administrators as a digital learning coach for 12 years. She is a Google Certified Trainer and a Flipgrid, Wakelet, and Buncee Ambassador. Her most significant accomplishment to date has been the creation of a student-led technology leadership group, which enables her to present globally on student voice, empowerment, and the #studentsCANlead movement. Rick Butterworth is a founder and founding member of multiple startup companies, including Resources, RPB Designs, and Wakelet. At each company, he has been a key designer and developer, driving innovation and creating platforms and meaningful experiences for students and teachers of online applications.

In this episode of Learning Unleashed, Tim Needles, an art educator and author, discusses the evolving relationship between art and technology, particularly the role of AI in creativity and education. They explore how AI can enhance artistic expression, democratize creativity, and the challenges educators face in preparing students for a rapidly changing technological landscape. The conversation highlights the importance of maintaining traditional art forms while embracing new tools that can augment the creative process. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @timneedles @shellthief @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork #edchat #edtech Tim Needles is an artist, educator, performer, and author of STEAM Power: Infusing Art Into Your STEM Curriculum. He is a TEDx Talk speaker, a technology integration specialist, and teaches art and media at Smithtown School District and Five Towns College. His work has been featured on NPR, in the New York Times, Columbus Museum of Art, Norman Rockwell Museum, Alexandria Museum of Art, Katonah Museum of Art, and Cape Cod Museum of Art. He’s the recipient of ISTE’s Technology in Action Award and Creativity Award, NAEA’s Eastern Region Art Educator Award & ArtEdTech Outstanding Teaching Award, and The Rauschenberg Power of Art Award. He’s also a National Geographic Certified Teacher, PBS Digital Innovator, a NASA Solar System Ambassador, an ISTE Community leader, NAEA ArtEdTech interest Group chair, and an Adobe Creative Educator. He’s active on social media at @timneedles.

We have learned a lot since ChatGPT launched, and teachers turned to plagiarism detectors to thwart students using generative AI to complete assignments on the down low.  We revisit the topic of  “uncheatable” assessments incorporating what we've discovered. Follow: @cinehead @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @hyphenatic @jonHarper70bd @shellthief @bamradionetwork  #ISTElive23  #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Get the Book: Storytelling With Purpose |  Hacking GenAI in Education: Conversation Starters Michael Hernandez is an award-winning educator and speaker who brings more than 20 years of classroom experience to addressing some of the most existential challenges in education today: artificial intelligence, steep declines in student engagement, and the need for authentic learning experiences. The solution: digital storytelling as a framework for learning. Rather than viewing storytelling as a nice-to-have reward for students after their “real work” has been completed, this book shows educators how to use story projects — from data visualizations to social media posts, to podcasts and video documentaries — as the scaffold upon which to position curricular skills and knowledge. The process helps students make interdisciplinary connections, activates higher-level thinking and critical analysis skills, and provides multimodal learning opportunities.

Rachelle Dene Poth discusses her new book on teaching with AI and integrating emerging technologies in the classroom. She emphasizes the importance of educators being open-minded and creative in incorporating AI into different content areas. The conversation also touches on topics such as AR/VR, the metaverse, and the challenges of funding and access to resources. Rochelle shares her experiences with grant writing and highlights the role of AI as an assistant and enhancer in the process. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @Rdene915 @jonHarper70bd @shellthief @hyphenatic @bamradionetwork #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Rachelle Dene Poth is an accomplished edtech consultant, presenter, author, blogger and teacher. She currently teaches Spanish and a course on emerging tech that covers AR/VR, artificial intelligence, coding, gaming, digital citizenship, video animation and more. She presents regularly at conferences on technology and ways to drive student learning. Poth is the president of the ISTE Teacher Education Network and serves on the leadership team for the ISTE Mobile Learning Network. At ISTE19, she received the Making IT Happen Award and a Presidential Gold Award for volunteer service to education. She’s a Buncee Ambassador, Edmodo Certified Trainer, Nearpod Certified Educator and PioNear, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and Google Certified Educator Levels I and II. Poth is the author of In Other Words: Quotes That Push Our Thinking, The Future Is Now: Looking Back to Move Ahead and Unconventional Ways to THRIVE in EDU. She’s a contributing author to Education Write Now, Volume 3; several volumes of the Edumatch book Snapshot in Education; and the ISTE book Gamify Literacy. Poth is a regular blogger for Getting Smart and DefinedSTEM.

Today, we discuss the importance of understanding student data privacy laws and how they have evolved. We emphasize the need for educators to have conversations about data privacy and to make informed decisions when using tech tools with students. The conversation also touches on the challenges of navigating legal terms and agreements, the role of IT departments in vetting tools, and the importance of teacher training on data privacy. The guest provides practical tips for teachers, such as checking with their IT department for approved tools and using personal accounts for testing. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @shellthief @ISTEMLN #istelive @ISTEEdLeaders @bamradionetwork @LucyKirchh Laurel Aguilar-Kirchhoff (@LucyKirchh), M.S.Ed., is a former history and science educator who now serves as a professional development coordinator and digital learning specialist. Aguilar-Kirchhoff works with educators, administrators and students to successfully integrate educational technology into curriculum for lasting student learning outcomes. Her areas of expertise include digital citizenship, media literacy, blended learning, curriculum instruction and design, and edtech and innovation. She was recognized as the 2018 National History Day California Teacher of the Year, was a top six finalist for the National History Day Teacher of the Year, and was the Inland Area CUE (IACUE) Administrator of the Year in 2022. She’s a Google Certified Trainer, Leading Edge Certified Online Blended Teacher and a member of the iCivics Education Network. Aguilar-Kirchhoff served on the ISTE Digital Citizenship PLN Leadership team and is currently an ISTE Community Leader.

The conversation explores the importance of including students in discussions about AI and digital citizenship. It emphasizes the need to consider the ethical implications of AI and the impact it has on various content areas. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for ongoing conversations and education around AI and digital citizenship and resources to assist in those conversations. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @DrKMattson @bamradionetwork Resources: Digital Citizenship in Action | Hacking GenAI in Education: Conversation Starters #ISTE20 #ISTEturns40 #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Dr. Kristen Mattson is a former middle school English teacher and high school library media specialist who has long supported teachers, leaders and learners with innovative curriculum and instruction. She currently serves as managing partner for Edvolve, which aims to help teachers and leaders transform digital citizenship education. She also teaches graduate courses on media literacy and digital citizenship at the University of Illinois. In addition to Digital Citizenship in Action, she is the author of Ethics in a Digital World (ISTE, 2021). She was named an ISTE Emerging Leader in 2018, and developed one of ISTE U’s first courses, Digital Citizenship in Action.

The conversation explores the role of AI in education and the challenges and opportunities it presents for educators. The guests discuss their book, ‘The Savvy Ed Tech Leader,’ which offers innovative strategies for EdTech leaders to boost their influence and elevate their careers. They emphasize the importance of soft skills, collaboration, and strategic planning in implementing new technologies. The conversation also touches on redefining the perception of AI and its potential to save teachers time and enhance instruction. The guests provide advice for navigating conferences and finding relevant information. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of continuous learning and growth in the field of education. Sheryl Abshire, Ph.D., is a highly respected educator, author and speaker known for her lifelong dedication to advancing education through technology integration. As the chief technology officer for the award-winning Calcasieu Parish Public Schools in Louisiana for over two decades and a recognized teacher, library/media specialist, school principal and university faculty member for 20+ years, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership in incorporating cutting-edge technology into the district’s curriculum and operations. Her published works and sought-after speaking engagements at national and international conferences have solidified her status as a thought leader in the field. Frankie Jackson is a nationally recognized chief technology officer (CTO) in K-12, leading education technology initiatives for 30+ years at the state and national levels, working in large districts with 25,000 to 118,000 students. Jackson serves on the Consortium for School Networking’s (CoSN) Policy Committee, Advanced Professional Learning Committee, Cybersecurity Advisory and Driving K-12 Innovation Board. She’s the Cybersecurity Coalition for Education project lead, certifying education leaders as cybersecurity evaluators. She’s also an instructional content designer and subject matter expert for the CoSN Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) project management course for technology school leaders. Donna Williamson has served as a Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) board member, executive board member and officer; as the chair and founder of CoSN Alabama Leaders; and co-chair of the CoSN conference. She’s a frequent speaker at national and state conferences, presenting on topics such as innovation, edtech leadership, communication and soft skills in edtech, data analytics and more. In 2019, Williamson shifted her focus to consulting and project facilitation in the education technology field as a consultant and project director for the CoSN Early Career K-12 CTO Academy. She has received many awards, including the ISTE Making It Happen Award, the Alabama Education Technology Association Sally Moore Award, the National Withrow CTO Award for Educators Honorable Mention, EdTech Digest’s Trendsetter Award and Alabama’s 2016 Marbury Technology Innovation Award.

Join us for a behind-the-scenes chat with two of the staff at ISTE as they prepare to bring you a pop-up book store, new books, and an opportunity to meet over 20 ISTE authors at this year's conference.  ISTE Live 24 | Blindsided by AI: The bigger picture Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial   @mrhooker  @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd   @shellthief  @hyphenatic #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Valerie Witte is a Senior Acquisitions Editor at ISTE, bringing experience from previous roles at Peachpit Press, Pearson Education, University of California Press, and Morgan Kaufmann Publishers. Valerie Witte holds a 2004 - 2006 Writing University of San Francisco MFA. Valerie Witte contributes valuable insights to the industry with a skill set that includes leadership, writing, social media, publications, and proofreading. Emily Reed is currently a Director of Books and Journals at ISTE. She joined ISTE in 2012 and has assisted in the publication of many of the organization’s book offerings. In addition to shepherding books through editing and production, Emily manages the two ISTE research journals, Journal of Research on Technology in Education and Journal of Digital Learning in Teacher Education, and organizes the bookstore at the ISTE conference.

In this episode, we discuss The benefits of engaging special education teachers and generative AI in the initial stages of lesson planning.  Ideally, assistive technology and AI tools should be used to start a task, not complete it. We explore the potential of AI in providing feedback on student work, which could save teachers time and provide more personalized learning experiences. **Get the Book:   The New Assistive Tech | Blindsided by AI: The bigger picture Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial   @mrhooker @possbeth @KarenJan @mmatp @attipscast @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd   @shellthief  @hyphenatic #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Christopher Bugaj is a founding member of the Assistive Technology Team for Loudoun County Public Schools in Virginia. He hosts “The A.T.TIPSCAST,” a multiple award-winning podcast featuring strategies to design educational experiences. He also co-hosts the “Talking With Tech” podcast that features conversations about augmentative and alternative communication. Bugaj is the creator of ATEval2Go, an iPad app that helps education professionals perform technology assessments for students. He co-produces and co-authors the “Night Light Stories” podcast that features original stories for children. A frequent presenter, he has delivered over 300 live or digital sessions at local, regional national and international events. He has designed and taught online ISTE courses on assistive technology and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). He has also co-written or written multiple ISTE books, including The Practical (and Fun) Guide to Assistive Technology in Public Schools and The New Assistive Tech.

Teacher wellness is increasingly a top priority across the education community. In this discussion, we explore how technology, particularly AI, can help alleviate some of the stress by automating tasks and lightening the cognitive load. Our guest emphasizes the need for professional development and time for teachers to learn how to use new technologies effectively. We end by acknowledging the need for administrators to give teachers the space and permission to prioritize their well-being. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @jonHarper70bd @shellthief @realtechfored @hyphenatic @bamradionetwork Resources: Tech for Wellness | Blindsided by AI | Jumpstart Guides Meredith Masar Boullion (@realtechfored) is an ISTE Certified Educator and a district technology facilitator with the Calcasieu Parish School Board in Louisiana, where she works with K-12 teachers to support the integration of technology in the most relevant and meaningful ways. In this role, Bouillon communicates with all district teachers through a weekly educational technology newsletter, website and professional development app. She designs learning experiences to meet the professional development needs of teachers, including face-to-face events, online courses and webinars. She holds a master’s degree in instructional media from Wilkes University.

As school and life demand more of us, finding balance is more important than ever. Today, we explore three simple practices that can help us maintain a more even keel and experience joy in the midst of our tech-driven lives. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @jonHarper70bd @shellthief @hyphenatic @bamradionetwork Resources: Pathways to Wellbeing | Blindsided by AI | Jumpstart Guides Susan Brooks-Young has 38 years of experience in PK-12 education as a teacher, school administrator and professional development provider. She has written many books, including Creating Content With Your Tablet; Making Technology Standards Work for You: A Guide for School Administrators, Third Edition; and A Better Approach to Mobile Devices: How Do We Maximize Resources, Promote Equity, and Support Instructional Goals?

The updated U.S. National Ed Tech plan highlights the digital divide regarding access, design, and use. We discuss the challenge of getting reluctant adopters to use technology equitably. We also touch on the need for more diversity in ed tech leadership and the importance of using tools like live captions to promote equity. We wrap with thoughts on bridging the digital use and design divide using the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards as a blueprint. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @VictoriaTheTech @jonHarper70bd @shellthief @hyphenatic @bamradionetwork #ISTE20 #ISTEturns40 #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Victoria Thompson is an education industry executive at Microsoft, an instructional designer for EduSpark and an ISTE Ambassador. She began her journey teaching fifth and sixth grade math and science in Summerville, South Carolina. After completing her master’s degree in curriculum and instruction, she moved to the Seattle area, where her career pivoted to focusing on STEM integration in schools; K–12 mathematics instruction with research on decolonizing mathematics curriculum for teachers and learners; creating inclusive math environments; and using technology to bridge equity gaps in education. She has presented at ISTELive, the ImpactEducation conference, the CUE conference and the DigCitSummit on topics such as creating inclusive math classrooms, culturally responsive STEM education and equity in educational technology. She was recently named one of the top 30 K–12 IT influencers by EdTech Magazine.

Our guests zero in on how to use teaching strategies we already know in new ways that yield better results. I see, I think, I wonder, and the six-word story are among the familiar strategies they leverage in effective new ways. They highlight the versatility of these strategies across different subjects and age groups. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @drjennparker @k_grunow @hickstro @jonHarper70bd @shellthief @hyphenatic @bamradionetwork #ISTE20 #ISTEturns40 #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Jennifer Parker, Ed.D. is a Faculty Development Coordinator at the University of Florida. With over 30 years in education, she spent her last 15 years as an Instructional Technology/School Data Consultant for Macomb Intermediate School District. She is an adjunct faculty for Central Michigan University’s Master of Arts in Learning, Design, & Technology, an ISTE Recognized Program. She has collaborated on hundreds of educational websites and online courses, most notably as co-creator of the 21things4 sites. She is recognized as a leader in connecting standards to best practices in educational technology and has led many state initiatives. Kate Grunow has been in education for over a decade as a K-12 digital media specialist and English teacher. She currently serves 130,000 students and over 10,000 teachers in metro Detroit. She is one of the co-creators of the 21 Things 4 project and a presenter at local, state, and national conferences on topics such as blended learning, free technology tools, learning management platforms, and digital-age teaching and learning. She is the Schoology implementation lead for Macomb ISD where she has trained over 3,000 teachers on Schoology basics and tech best practices during COVID-19. Learn more about Kate at kategrunow.com Dr. Troy Hicks is a professor of English and education at Central Michigan University, where he serves as Chair of the Department of Teacher and Special Education. He also directs the Chippewa River Writing Project, a site of the National Writing Project, and collaborates with K–12 colleagues to explore how they implement newer literacies in their classrooms. Dr. Hicks speaks regularly at conferences, workshops, and webinars and has authored dozens of resources, including books, articles, chapters, blog posts, and other media broadly related to the teaching of literacy in our digital age.

The ground beneath teaching social-emotional learning has shifted for multiple reasons, some understandable and others not. How can we recalibrate our thinking and approach to SEL to meet the emerging needs of school districts nationwide? Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @Rdene915 @jonHarper70bd @shellthief @hyphenatic @bamradionetwork #ISTE20 #ISTEturns40 #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Rachelle Dene Poth is an accomplished edtech consultant, presenter, author, blogger and teacher. She currently teaches Spanish and a course on emerging tech that covers AR/VR, artificial intelligence, coding, gaming, digital citizenship, video animation and more. She presents regularly at conferences on technology and ways to drive student learning. Poth is the president of the ISTE Teacher Education Network and serves on the leadership team for the ISTE Mobile Learning Network. At ISTE19, she received the Making IT Happen Award and a Presidential Gold Award for volunteer service to education. She’s a Buncee Ambassador, Edmodo Certified Trainer, Nearpod Certified Educator and PioNear, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and Google Certified Educator Levels I and II. Poth is the author of In Other Words: Quotes That Push Our Thinking, The Future Is Now: Looking Back to Move Ahead and Unconventional Ways to THRIVE in EDU. She’s a contributing author to Education Write Now, Volume 3; several volumes of the Edumatch book Snapshot in Education; and the ISTE book Gamify Literacy. Poth is a regular blogger for Getting Smart and DefinedSTEM.

AI is ramping up the urgency for digital citizenship while these initiatives are struggling to get traction. Our guests walk through some steps they’ve taken to strengthen digital citizenship in large school systems and help other school administrators do the same. Follow on Twitter: @Digital_Empower @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @jonHarper70bd @DrMonterosa @bamradionetwork @shellthief @hyphenatic #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Carrie Rogers-Whitehead (@Digital_Empower) is the founder of Digital Respons-Ability, which works with educators, parents and students to teach digital citizenship. Her company provides training to tens of thousands of students, parents, and educators across Utah and beyond. Carrie is also the author of several books, including Deepening Digital Citizenship (ISTE, 2022) with Vanessa Monterosa and Digital Citizenship: Teaching Strategies and Practice from the Field (Rowman & Littlefield, 2019). Vanessa Monterosa (@DrMonterosa) serves as a senior associate partner for NewSchools Venture Fund, a nonprofit committed to investing in bold, innovative ideas to transform education. Prior to joining the NewSchools team, Dr. Monterosa dedicated seven years to successfully shaping system-level digital citizenship efforts across Los Angeles Unified, the nation’s second largest school district. She is co-author of Deepening Digital Citizenship (ISTE, 2022).

The rapidly emerging age of AI demands new thinking about the purpose and practice of digital citizenship. We’re past the days when the focus was simply on students being safe and managing their digital footprint. Join us as we map the contours of a new, more flexible framework for guiding students in the age of AI. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @RCulatta @emilydavis4edu @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork @hyphenatic @shellthief Get the Book: Digital for Good Richard E. Culatta is the CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). Prior to holding this position, he was the chief innovation officer for the state of Rhode Island and the director of the Office of Educational Technology for the U.S. Department of Education. Richard is the author of the new book, Digital for Good: Raising Kids to Thrive in an Online World. Emily Davis served as a Special Assistant for teacher leadership to U.S. Secretaries of Education John King and Arne Duncan. In this capacity, she led national educator outreach efforts, teacher leadership initiatives, digital campaigns, as well as strategic partnerships with national education organizations. After serving in the Department, Emily joined the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) as Director of Educator Engagement, where she was responsible for strategic partnerships with government agencies, education organizations, and global partners.

Generative artificial intelligence is creating a complex new world that requires us to think differently about how critical thinking is taught and assessed. As we head back to school, join us as we begin a discussion on rethinking teaching critical thinking in the age of generative AI. Follow on Twitter: @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @drlangraad @jonHarper70bd @shellthief @bamradionetwork #ISTE20 #ISTEturns40 #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Nathan D. Lang-Raad, Ed.D., (@drlangraadis) is an international speaker, author and professional learning facilitator, and the vice president of strategy at Savvas Learning (formerly Pearson). Prior to joining Savvas, he was chief education officer at WeVideo. He has served as a teacher, principal, university adjunct professor, consultant and education strategist in the course of his career. He was the director of elementary curriculum and instruction for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, and the education supervisor at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Lang-Raad is also the co-founder of Bammy Award-nominated #LeadUpChat, an educational leadership professional learning network (PLN) on Twitter. He has also served as the president-elect of the ISTE Education Leaders PLN. In addition to The Boundless Classroom, Lang-Raad is the author of several books, including The Teachers of Oz: Leading with Wisdom, Heart, Courage, and Spirit with Herbie Raad.