In this episode of Integrate This!, we sit down with Becky Keene, author of AI Optimism. Becky shares how artificial intelligence is reshaping classrooms and how the SAMR model provides a framework for meaningful integration. From privacy and prompting to equity and innovation, she explains why educators can approach AI with confidence, creativity, and optimism.

In this episode of Integrate This!, Jeremy and David sit down with Liz Voci, Instructional Technology Specialist at Dartmouth Public Schools in Massachusetts. Liz shares the story of her Perfect Book Project, where students co-created books that reflected their interests, passions, and imaginations — with the help of AI.

The conversation highlights how projects like this empower student voice, agency, and creativity, while also building critical AI literacy skills. Liz shares the design process, the challenges and surprises along the way, and the powerful outcomes she witnessed as students not only became readers, but also creators of their own “perfect books.”

Whether you’re an educator curious about AI integration or looking for authentic ways to engage students, this episode offers insights and inspiration.

🔗 Link to Perfect Book Project site: https://sites.google.com/dartmouthschools.org/perfectbooks/home 🔗 Referenced resources / GEM templates: https://sites.google.com/edtechnologyspecialists.com/gems

In this episode, we’re taking you inside two powerhouse events in the EdTech world — the Lake ECMECC Conference and EDTECH Connect 2025.

Jeremy shares his experience at Lake ECMECC, including keynote speaker takeaways, standout sessions, and the high-energy Demo Slam where presenters rapid-fire shared their favorite tools.

David walks through EDTECH Connect 2025, from the inspiring keynote to sessions we presented separately and other must-see talks from the week.

We wrap with our AI Literacy session — why it’s vital for educators right now and how it can transform classroom practice.

If you’re looking for fresh ideas, tools, and inspiration for teaching and learning, this recap has you covered.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why these conferences are so impactful for educators
• Highlights from both keynote speakers
• The best sessions and tools we discovered
• A breakdown of the Demo Slam format and featured tech
• Insights from our AI Literacy session together

Register for IT2 2025: https://www.swwc.org/Page/2286