AI in K–12: Feedback, Curiosity, and the New Frontier of Teaching
From Class Disrupted by Diane Tavenner and Michael Horn
December 8, 2025
About this episode
Michael and Diane discuss the impact and future of AI in K–12 education with Laurence Holt, focusing on its use in generating materials, providing feedback, and tutoring.
Michael and Diane are joined by Laurence Holt to unpack the current landscape and future potential of AI in K–12 education. The discussion centers on the three main AI use cases emerging in schools: generating materials, providing feedback, and AI tutoring. The conversation explores the vital difference between feedback and grading, the importance of instructionalContinue reading "AI in K–12: Feedback, Curiosity, and the New Frontier of Teaching"
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Guest: Laurence Holt
Topics covered
- AI in education
- K-12
- feedback
- tutoring
- instructional materials
Keywords
- AI use cases
- grading
- educational technology
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