Ep. 289 Will AI Kill Critical Thinking? Carl Hooker’s 6 Predictions For 2026

Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It’s the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your schools and families in one seamless place. Learn more at classdojo.com/districts . In this episode, Carl Hooker and I unpack six of his bold 2026 edtech predictions, including students becoming the product in the AI economy, the rise of AI generated “pink slime” misinformation, the threat to critical thinking, and the emergence of a unified Teacher Operating System. We also explore wearable tech, social media trust, and the fine line between innovation and surveillance. If you want clarity and practical insight on leading responsibly in an AI saturated world, this conversation is for you. Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: EdTech Bites On Bluesky: EdTech Bites Instagram: EdTech Bites X: EdTech Bites Facebook Page: EdTech Bites On TikTok: EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: About Carl Hooker Carl Hooker has spent the past 27 years in education as a teacher and administrator focused on the thoughtful integration of technology and innovation in schools. He consults for multiple districts across the country and is a frequent keynote speaker at state and national events. He’s also a 10-time author, 5-time podcast host, advisor to multiple ed tech companies, and National Faculty Emeritus for Future Ready Schools. Connect With Carl Hooker Carl’s Website: Carl On X: Carl On Instagram: Carl On Bluesky: Carl On Facebook: Carl On YouTube:

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Ep. 289 Will AI Kill Critical Thinking? Carl Hooker’s 6 Predictions For 2026 is an episode from EdTech Bites Podcast by Gabriel Carrillo.

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This episode was published on Feb 23, 2026.

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