How to Embrace AI While Preserving the Humanity of Teaching with Carl Hooker
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In this episode, Cory and educator Carl Hooker dive into the fast-moving world of AI and what it really means for the future of learning. Far from sounding the alarm, they explore how AI can enhance creativity, personalize education, and help students think more critically—not less. Carl shares practical ways teachers can bring AI into the classroom without losing what matters most: human connection. They talk about scaffolding, rethinking assessments, and why failure is essential for growth. From college applications to classroom equity, this conversation challenges old assumptions and reimagines what teaching—and learning—can look like in the age of AI.
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About our guest:
Carl Hooker has spent the past 25+ years in education as a teacher and administrator focused on the thoughtful integration of technology. He consults for multiple districts across the country and is a frequent speaker at state and national events. He’s a 8-time author, works with multiple Ed Tech companies and is National Faculty Emeritus at Future Ready Schools. He is also the co-founder of K12Leaders.com, a social community built by educators, for educators. His book, Learning Evolution, discusses the changes that education will need to make to survive in an AI-enhanced world. His latest book - ZENgaged: An Educator's Guide to Teaching the Anxious Generation - is due to come out July 2025.
Find him at:
Website: https://carlhooker.com
Instagram: @hookertech
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarlHookerFanPage
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlhooker/
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Learning Evolution: The New Era of AI in the Classroom by Carl Hooker
Suno – AI music creation
MagicSchool.ai – AI tools for teachers
Say What You See (Google AI prompt guessing game)
