The CoSN Podcast

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Perspectives on AI in K–12: Implications of New Global Research (Part 1)

June 30
17 mins

Episode Description

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping K–12 education, but what does the latest global research actually tell us?

In Part 1 of this special two-part CoSN Podcast, we explore the key findings from the CoSN webinar Perspectives on AI in K–12: Implications of New Global Research. CoSN CEO Keith Krueger is joined by two of the world's leading education researchers: Rebecca Winthrop of the Brookings Institution and Andreas Schleicher of the OECD to discuss how AI is transforming teaching, learning, and educational leadership.

During this episode, we examine the major themes from their presentations, including the opportunities artificial intelligence creates for K–12 education, the challenges schools must address, and why thoughtful leadership, not technology alone, will determine AI's impact on students.


In this episode, you'll hear about:

  • Why AI has become one of the most important leadership conversations in K–12 education
  • Rebecca Winthrop's research on AI's impact on students, learning, and the future of education
  • The difference between "narrow AI" and "wide AI" and why the distinction matters
  • Opportunities for AI to improve access, personalization, and instructional support
  • Why AI is more than "the next calculator" and what that means for student learning
  • Andreas Schleicher's global perspective on AI in education and why he describes AI as "an amplifier"
  • Lessons education systems around the world are learning as they begin implementing AI
  • Why teachers, relationships, and instructional leadership remain central in an AI-enabled future


Featured Speakers

Keith Krueger
CEO, CoSN

Rebecca Winthrop
Senior Fellow and Director, Center for Universal Education
Brookings Institution

Andreas Schleicher
Director for Education and Skills
OECD


Featured Resources


Coming Next

Don't miss Part 2, where we dive into Keith Krueger's moderated discussion with Rebecca Winthrop and Andreas Schleicher. The conversation explores where their research aligns, what school leaders should prioritize over the next several years, AI governance, educator preparation, and practical guidance for districts developing AI strategies.


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This episode was generated in part using AI tools. All content was reviewed and approved by CoSN and the edCircuit editorial team before publication.


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