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Shift Into the Gray with Lindy Hockenbary

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 Join host Cate Tolnai for a thought-provoking conversation with Lindy Hockenbary—"the bridge between education and technology"—who argues that AI literacy isn't "one more marble" for teachers, but core learning woven into math, science, and social studies. Lindy shares why engaging critically with technology (not avoiding it) gives educators and students agency to shape its impact. 🌉💡🎯 What You'll Discover:The Overflowing Jar of Marbles Metaphor 🫙Education keeps adding initiatives (AI literacy, digital citizenship, SEL) without removing anything—the jar is overflowingLindy's solution: stop adding marbles, start merging them by integrating new literacies into existing curriculumBreaking marbles into "marble dust" creates space—interdisciplinary learning that makes room for relevance and depthAI Literacy is Core Curriculum, Not Extra 🧮At its foundation, AI is math: patterns, probability, sampling, variables—concepts already in K-12 standardsExample: "Why does your TikTok FYP look different than mine?" connects algorithms to real-world student experienceIntegrate AI literacy into science, social studies, and more—adding relevance while teaching required contentWhen Education Gets Blindsided 🚨Lindy submitted virtual learning proposals years before the pandemic—all rejected, then desperately needed in 2020She was talking about AI integration before ChatGPT launched (Nov 2022)—education was caught off guard againHer advice to 2014 Lindy: push harder, don't get lost in busyness, help education prepare instead of reactDon't Ban Technology—Engage With It Critically 🔍Removing cell phones or blocking AI takes educators and students out of the conversationWhen teachers engage critically with tools, they gain voice to advocate for safer, more purposeful uses"Technology built without us and not for us is technology used on us, not by us"Embrace the Gray (Not Black or White) 🌫️Every technology has good and bad—finding the gray means asking better questions and evaluating thoughtfullyExample: Text-to-video AI enables equity (aspiring filmmakers without expensive equipment) and raises deep fake concernsSitting in discomfort, asking critical questions, and staying engaged gives educators power to shape outcomesBridging Education, EdTech & Families 🌉Lindy helps teachers understand product feedback cycles and UI (user interface) so they can advocate for better toolsShe helps EdTech companies understand classroom realities—"the devils are in the details" that save teachers hoursNow expanding to support families navigating AI, screen time, and digital citizenship with their kidsKey Takeaways:✨ AI literacy isn't extra—it's math, science, and social studies connecting to students' real-world experiences ✨ Stop adding marbles; start merging them—integrate new literacies into existing curriculum with relevance ✨ Education gets blindsided by emerging tech—Lindy's virtual learning proposals were rejected, then desperate in 2020 ✨ Don't ban or avoid technology; engage critically to gain voice in shaping safer, purposeful uses ✨ Embrace the gray—every technology has good and bad; critical engagement gives educators agency ✨ Lindy bridges educators, EdTech companies, and families—grounding conversations in shared responsibility🎯 Perfect For:Educators integrating AI literacy into existing curriculum without adding to already-full platesTeachers seeking relevant, real-world connections for math, science, and social studies standardsLeaders navigating cell phone policies, AI implementation, and digital citizenship initiativesEdTech companies wanting to understand classroom needs and build better productsParents seeking guidance on AI, screen time, and technology use with their childrenAnyone who feels overwhelmed by "one more thing" and needs strategies to merge initiativesResources & Mentions:🌐 Brand New Website - lindyhoc.com 📊 AI Literacy TECH-Tac-Toe resource 📚 AI Literacy in Action: The Core Curriculum Connection 📖 A Teacher's Guide to Online Learning by Lindy Hockenbary 📱 EdWeek Article: "Why a Good Cellphone Policy Is About More Than Just Restrictions" Connect With Lindy Hockenbary:Facebook: @LindyHoc Instagram: @lindyhoc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindyhockenbary/ Website: lindyhoc.comAbout Lindy Hockenbary:Lindy Hockenbary—aka "LindyHoc"—is the bridge between education and technology. With experience in instructional technology, professional development, and curriculum design, she helps educators unpack the effects of emerging technologies—especially AI—on curriculum and instruction. Her journey began in a technology-equipped classroom teaching business education and CTE. Since then, she's supported educators worldwide, authored A Teacher's Guide to Online Learning, and collaborated with EdTech companies to ensure tools align with K-12 needs. Named a 2025 Women in AI honoree by ASU+GSV, Lindy's mission is "Make ...
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