Educators: the Chaperons of Knowledge
From Deep Learning Dialogues by Katrina Gouett and Whitney McKinley
March 7, 2026 · 48 min · Season 3 · Episode 19
About this episode
Kate Arthur discusses the shift from teachers as knowledge keepers to chaperones of knowledge in the age of AI.
In this episode, entrepreneur and AI literacy advocate Kate Arthur explores the evolving landscape of education, challenging the traditional model of the teacher as a "knowledge keeper". She suggests a transition toward becoming a "chaperone of knowledge" who guides students through a world where AI often serves as the primary information source. The conversation explores the importance of human agency, the physical and environmental realities of the "cloud," and why AI literacy must be treated as essential social infrastructure to ensure data sovereignty and digital equity. By prioritizing human-centric skills like critical thinking, storytelling, and open curiosity, this episode provides a roadmap for helping the next generation navigate a rapidly shifting technological landscape without losing their unique human voice. You can read the episode summary article here. Kate Arthur is a founder and advocate with over 25 years of experience leading social enterprises at the intersection of technology, education, and ethics. As the founder of Digital Moment, she has introduced digital skills to more than one million youth and thousands of educators globally. An advisor to…
People in this episode
Hosts: Katrina Gouett, Whitney McKinley
Guest: Kate Arthur
Topics covered
- education
- AI literacy
- human agency
- digital equity
- critical thinking
- technology
- social infrastructure
Keywords
- education
- AI
- literacy
- digital skills
- critical thinking
- technology
- youth
- social equity
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: UNESCO, UNICEF
Books & works: Am I Literate? Redefining Literacy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm to Adulthood
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