Practical notes on AI, systems, and school leadership.
10 posts in AI in Education
Nearly one-third of students show problematic AI dependency patterns. 57% of workers don't verify AI outputs. Here's what research shows about cognitive offloading—and how to design learning that builds brains, not dependence.
February 6, 2026
82% of K-12 schools experienced cyber incidents in 2024. COPPA 2025 requires explicit consent for under-13 data sharing. Here's what AI tools collect, what laws apply, and the 6 questions to ask every vendor.
January 30, 2026
Headlines claim AI tutoring matches human instruction, but the Harvard study used custom AI with elite students vs. self-study—not ChatGPT vs. human tutors. Here's what research actually shows and what questions to ask vendors.
January 23, 2026
With 69% of high school students using AI for schoolwork, banning it doesn't work. Five design principles make authentic engagement easier than shortcuts: require process, connect to local context, include in-class components, make AI use explicit, and design for iteration.
January 15, 2026
Parents ask 5 core questions about AI in schools, masking fears about fairness, skill development, and being out of the loop. Here's what they're really asking and response language that builds trust.
January 10, 2026
AI-generated abuse imagery reports jumped from 4,700 to 440,000 in 18 months. 13% of principals report deepfake bullying incidents. Here's what school leaders must do now.
January 6, 2026
60% of schools have no AI guidance and 60% of teachers say policies are unclear. Generic bans fail. This three-domain framework with decision-making tools provides clarity without rigidity—plus a template you can adapt.
December 31, 2025
68% of teachers have received no AI training while 92% of students use AI tools. Traditional PD fails - here's what effective AI training looks like and how to implement it.
December 24, 2025
AI detection tools fail 94% of the time. Schools shifting from detection to assessment redesign report dramatically fewer integrity issues. Here's what actually works.
December 16, 2025
AI adoption in schools has exploded—92% of students now use it. Here's the comprehensive guide to navigating the opportunities, risks, and decisions that will define your school's approach to AI.
December 9, 2025