S9E1 - AI in Action: Transforming Teaching and Learning at Hillbrook

Episode Notes - Join host Bill Selak and kindergarten teacher Dana Ford as they kick off Season 9 of the Hillbrook School Podcast! This episode dives into the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and education, exploring how AI can enhance teaching practices and empower students. Bill and Dana discuss their year-long professional development initiative aimed at helping teachers effectively utilize AI tools. They reflect on the positive feedback received from faculty and share their excitement about the potential of AI to support hyper-personalized learning experiences. The conversation also touches on the importance of maintaining the human element in education, emphasizing that while AI can assist teachers, it cannot replace the social and emotional connections that are vital for young learners. Throughout the episode, they highlight practical applications of AI, such as generating customized reading materials and creating choice boards that cater to individual student interests. As they ponder the future of AI in education, Bill and Dana invite listeners to reflect on what they hope AI will make possible for students. Read transcript

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S9E1 - AI in Action: Transforming Teaching and Learning at Hillbrook is an episode from Hillbrook Center for Teaching Excellence by Hillbrook Center for Teaching Excellence.

This episode is 00:19:47 long.

This episode was published on Oct 23, 2025.

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