Perspectives on AI in K–12: Implications of New Global Research (Part 1)

<p>Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping K–12 education, but what does the latest global research actually tell us?</p><p>In Part 1 of this special two-part CoSN Podcast, we explore the key findings from the CoSN webinar <strong>Perspectives on AI in K–12: Implications of New Global Research.</strong> CoSN CEO <strong>Keith Krueger</strong> is joined by two of the world's leading education researchers: <strong>Rebecca Winthrop</strong> of the Brookings Institution and <strong>Andreas Schleicher</strong> of the OECD to discuss how AI is transforming teaching, learning, and educational leadership.</p><p>During this episode, we examine the major themes from their presentations, including the opportunities artificial intelligence creates for K–12 education, the challenges schools must address, and why thoughtful leadership, not technology alone, will determine AI's impact on students.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>In this episode, you'll hear about:</strong></p><ul><li>Why AI has become one of the most important leadership conversations in K–12 education</li><li>Rebecca Winthrop's research on AI's impact on students, learning, and the future of education</li><li>The difference between "narrow AI" and "wide AI" and why the distinction matters</li><li>Opportunities for AI to improve access, personalization, and instructional support</li><li>Why AI is more than "the next calculator" and what that means for student learning</li><li>Andreas Schleicher's global perspective on AI in education and why he describes AI as "an amplifier"</li><li>Lessons education systems around the world are learning as they begin implementing AI</li><li>Why teachers, relationships, and instructional leadership remain central in an AI-enabled future</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Featured Speakers</strong></p><p><strong>Keith Krueger</strong><br />CEO, CoSN</p><p><strong>Rebecca Winthrop</strong><br />Senior Fellow and Director, Center for Universal Education<br />Brookings Institution</p><p><strong>Andreas Schleicher</strong><br />Director for Education and Skills<br />OECD</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Featured Resources</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.brookings.edu/articles/a-new-direction-for-students-in-an-ai-world-prosper-prepare-protect/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect</strong></a> (Brookings Institution)</li><li><a href="https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-digital-education-outlook-2026_062a7394-en.html" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>OECD Digital Education Outlook 2026: Exploring Effective Uses of Generative AI in Education</strong></a> (OECD)</li><li><strong>CoSN Webinar:</strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NrZGOzdCaE" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> <em>Perspectives on AI in K–12: Implications of New Global Research</em></a></li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Coming Next</strong></p><p>Don't miss <strong>Part 2</strong>, where we dive into Keith Krueger's moderated discussion with Rebecca Winthrop and Andreas Schleicher. The conversation explores where their research aligns, what school leaders should prioritize over the next several years, AI governance, educator preparation, and practical guidance for districts developing AI strategies.</p><p><br /></p><p>Produced in partnership with⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<a href="www.edcircuit.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">edCircuit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.</a>⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ </p><p><br /></p><p><em>CoSN is vendor-neutral and does not endorse products or services. Any mention of a specific solution is for contextual purposes. </em></p><p><br /></p><p><em>This episode was generated in part using AI tools. All content was reviewed and approved by CoSN and the edCircuit editorial team before publication.</em></p><p><br /></p>