In this episode of Integrate This!, David and Jeremy welcome Keith Krueger, CEO of CoSN, for a thoughtful conversation about what’s next for school technology.

Keith shares perspective from decades of work in education technology, from the early days of internet connectivity to today’s rapidly evolving conversations around artificial intelligence. Together, they explore cybersecurity, student data privacy, AI readiness, accessibility, digital equity, screen time concerns, E-rate funding, and the changing role of technology leaders in K–12 schools.

The conversation also digs into one of the biggest challenges facing educators and leaders today: how to move beyond broad debates about “screen time” and focus instead on purposeful, well-designed uses of technology that support learning.

From AI sandboxes to cybersecurity tabletop exercises, Keith offers practical insight for district leaders trying to navigate complex decisions while keeping students, teachers, and communities at the center.

Resources/Links:

CoSN website: https://www.cosn.org/

Setting Conditions for Success: https://www.cosn.org/cosn-news/national-education-organizations-release-updated-guidance-on-responsible-use-of-technology-in-schools/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

K-12 Gen AI Maturity Tool: https://www.cosn.org/tools-and-resources/resource/k-12-gen-ai-maturity-tool/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Trusted Learning Environment Seal: https://www.cosn.org/edtech-topics/trusted-learning-environment/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

In this episode of the Integrate This EdTech Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Catlin Tucker -- teacher turned author, speaker, and professor at Pepperdine University. Catlin shares her rocky start in education, how nearly quitting the profession led to her biggest breakthrough, and why blended learning has been misunderstood long before COVID made it a dirty word. The conversation covers station rotation, UDL, giving students agency through "would you rather" choices, how AI fits into a strong pedagogical framework, screen time audits, the importance of reflection pauses in the classroom, and what both teachers and leaders can do right now to make learning more intentional. One of the most practical and honest conversations we've had on the show.

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In this episode of Integrate This!, Jeremy and David are joined by Stephanie Howell for a conversation about AI, instructional coaching, executive functioning, UDL, and classroom support.

Stephanie shares her path from struggling student to educator, instructional coach, technology leader, author, and AI advocate. She reflects on how her own school experiences shaped the way she supports teachers and students today, especially when it comes to designing more active, accessible, and engaging learning experiences.

The conversation explores how coaches can build trust with teachers who may be hesitant to try new tools, why relationships matter before innovation can take hold, and how AI can support—not replace—the human work of teaching and coaching.

Stephanie also discusses her book Controlling the Chaos and explains how executive functioning connects to classroom design, student behavior, UDL, and AI-supported learning. From reframing student needs to helping teachers personalize strategies, this episode offers practical ideas for educators looking to navigate the changing world of AI with purpose.

A great listen for teachers, instructional coaches, technology integrationists, and school leaders who want to support students and teachers without getting lost in the AI chaos.

Links & Resources:

Control the Chaos: https://www.amazon.com/Control-Chaos-classroom-executive-functioning/dp/B0B92V9L2Y

SchoolAI Spaces by Stephanie Howell: https://app.schoolai.com/profile/TYYVZtPo13VtRZ8LKJdN44eNsew1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrshowell24/