keynote
AI in Education: From Threat to Opportunity
EdTech Innovation Summit • Boston, MA
AI education ethics learning
Overview
This keynote reframes the AI conversation in education, moving beyond fears of cheating to explore how artificial intelligence can enhance rather than replace human learning.
Key Themes
The Shift from Fear to Opportunity
- Moving past the “students will cheat” mindset
- Understanding AI as a thinking partner, not a replacement
- Creating policies that embrace rather than ban AI tools
The Socratic AI Approach
- Using AI to ask better questions, not provide easy answers
- Encouraging deeper thinking through AI-powered inquiry
- Maintaining human agency in the learning process
Practical Implementation
- Designing AI-resilient assignments
- Teaching effective prompting as a literacy skill
- Building ethical frameworks for AI use
Audience Impact
Attendees leave with:
- A new perspective on AI’s role in education
- Practical strategies for AI integration
- Tools for developing institutional AI policies
- Confidence to lead AI adoption thoughtfully
Speaking Notes
This presentation combines research, real-world examples, and interactive demonstrations to show how AI can amplify rather than diminish human learning.
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Format: Keynote with Q&A
Audience: Educators, administrators, EdTech professionals