Future-proof Education: AI and Beyond

About Future-proof Education: AI and Beyond

A production of ACES (Area Cooperative Educational Services). The podcast where we explore how artificial intelligence is transforming school operations—freeing up time, improving efficiency, and helping educators and administrators focus on what truly matters.

Publisher

Bob Hutchins

Category

education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Feb 2025

Latest episode

21 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

27 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Sept 2026

   Episode 27- Why Coding Still Matters in the Age of AI-with Code Ninjas' Ed Kim

   If AI can write code, why should kids still learn to code? Dr. Bob Hutchins and Dr. Jessica White welcome Ed Kim, vice president of education and training at Code Ninjas, to explore how building games can help children become more curious, independent thinkers. Ed explains why coding is about more than learning a programming language. It gives students practice breaking down problems, testing ideas, and working through frustration. He shares how instructors help children see a mistake as a "not yet" moment and why knowing when to step back can matter as much as knowing the answer. The conversation also examines AI's role in learning, including age-appropriate guidance, the importance of human teachers, and the difference between helping students think and handing them a solution. Bob, Jessica, and Ed discuss what meaningful growth looks like when students move from watching content to researching questions and creating things of their own. For educators and parents, Ed offers practical ways to encourage curiosity, make room for productive struggle, and start more open conversations about AI. The episode also addresses access to coding education and the challenges schools face when budgets are limited. Learn more about Code Ninjas, explore school partnerships, or find a nearby center at codeninjas.com.

2. 

   6 Sept 2026

   Episode 26- AI in Education: Screen Time, Critical Thinking, and Human Connection

   Dr. Bob Hutchins and Dr. Jessica White interview Timothy Howes, Deputy Executive Director of ACES, about AI's impact on screen time, critical thinking, and human connection in education.

3. 

   6 Aug 2026

   Episode 25- Joanne Mumley, English department head at Wolcott High School and district ELA coordinator

   English department head Joanne Mumley shares how Wolcott High School re-engineers assignments to ensure student learning persists despite AI advancements.

Who has been a guest on Future-proof Education: AI and Beyond

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Timothy Howes
• Joanne Mumley
• Rosie Giannetti
• Stacey Simpson
• Nicole Beauchamp

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100

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Quality

68

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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