Conversations for K12 Educators

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Conversations for K12 Educators

Hosted by Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman, the show brings weekly conversations with classroom practitioners, researchers, and school leaders shaping the future of learning.

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When Should Students Use AI? Let Them Design a Game

October 1, 2026 11:31

What if your next assessment asked students to pitch a board game—and explain when they chose to use AI? In this episode, Tricia Friedman explores how game design can bring together research, persuasive writing, creativity, collaboration, and AI literacy. The central challenge:...

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When Should Students Use AI? Let Them Design a Game

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Shifting Schools dives into teaching, leadership, AI, media literacy, and the future of learning through practical weekly conversations designed for educators working in real classrooms and systems.

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