Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Enhanced Student Engagement featuring David Monson from SchoolAI

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Enhanced Student Engagement featuring David Monson from SchoolAI

Author: Jeffrey Bradbury - TeacherCast Educational Network July 11, 2025 Duration: 27:54
Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury discusses the highlights from the ISTE and ASCD conference, focusing on the innovative features of SchoolAI with Dave Monson, Head of Design. The conversation covers the importance of AI in education, addressing teacher concerns about privacy and security, and the role of data-driven insights in enhancing student engagement. The episode also emphasizes the need for supportive policies in schools and provides resources for instructional coaches to effectively implement AI tools in their classrooms.

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Key Takeaways:

  • The ISTE conference brought together 15,000 educators to discuss educational innovations.
  • SchoolAI offers free access for teachers, making it accessible for all.
  • AI tools can significantly enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Privacy and security are top priorities for AI in education.
  • Teachers can use AI to create personalized learning experiences for students.
  • Data dashboards provide valuable insights into student performance and engagement.
  • AI can support students' emotional well-being by facilitating personal conversations.
  • Developing clear AI policies is essential for schools to navigate new technologies.
  • Instructional coaches play a crucial role in implementing AI tools in classrooms.
  • SchoolAI provides a marketplace of resources created by educators for educators.

Chapters:

  • 00:00 Introduction to TeacherCast and ISTE Conference Highlights
  • 02:06 Exploring SchoolAI: Features and Benefits
  • 05:13 Addressing Teacher Concerns: Privacy and Security in AI
  • 08:51 Getting Started with AI in the Classroom
  • 10:57 Data-Driven Insights: Using Dashboards for Student Engagement
  • 14:06 Supporting Student Well-Being: AI's Role in Personal Conversations
  • 15:43 Developing AI Policies in Schools
  • 18:26 Resources for Instructional Coaches and Educators

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About our Guest:

David Monson is the Head of Design at SchoolAI, where he brings a unique blend of classroom experience and global design leadership. A former educator who taught product design, David is passionate about creating learning tools that spark curiosity and joy. With four young children in elementary school, he frequently visits their classrooms to conduct hands-on research with real teachers and students, grounding his work in authentic learning environments. His design philosophy centers on educating the whole child—cognitively, socially, and emotionally—while ensuring accessibility for all learners, including those with disabilities or unique learning needs.

About Company

SchoolAI is a leading AI platform transforming teaching and learning across K-12 and higher education. Founded in 2021 on the belief that every student deserves personalized attention, SchoolAI provides powerful AI tools that help teachers understand and support each student's unique needs. The platform combines adaptive AI tutors, interactive games, and customized lessons that adapt to individual learning styles, while giving educators real-time insights and reducing administrative workload. Launched for classrooms in August of 2023, SchoolAI is trusted by educators in more than 1 million classrooms across all 50 U.S. states and over 80 countries. Their Classroom Experience platform maintains the highest standards for student privacy and security with full FERPA and COPPA compliance and SOC 2 certification. SchoolAI continues to lead responsible AI adoption in education by partnering directly with districts to ensure safe, effective implementation that enhances rather than replaces quality instruction. Visit https://schoolai.com to learn more. Sign up for product showcase now: https://schoolai.com/showcase

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Hosted by Jeff Bradbury of the TeacherCast Educational Network, Digital Learning Today is a conversation for educators who think strategically about the long game. This podcast moves beyond quick tech fixes to examine the underlying frameworks and leadership philosophies required for meaningful, lasting improvement in schools. It’s designed for those in the driver’s seat of change-principals, district administrators, and instructional coaches-who understand that real transformation is about systems, not just software. Listeners will find practical discussions on implementing digital learning initiatives effectively, crafting and executing school improvement plans that stick, and the nuanced work of fostering a collaborative, innovative culture among staff and students. The dialogue naturally bridges educational theory with the realities of school business and management, offering a grounded perspective on steering institutions forward. By focusing on sustainable models and big-picture ideas, each episode provides a space to reflect on the core structures that define modern education, making this podcast a resource for anyone committed to thoughtful, systemic growth in their learning community.
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