Episode 19: Beyond the Algorithm- Reclaiming the Human Heart of Education

In this episode, Kelly Tenkely and Michelle Baldwin dig into the promises and pitfalls of artificial intelligence in education. Together, they unpack the ethical, emotional, and pedagogical implications of emerging technologies, questioning what’s lost when human connection is replaced by automation.

Through a candid and layered conversation, they explore how AI often mirrors outdated systems rather than transforming them—and why critical thinking, teacher-student relationships, and inquiry-based learning must remain at the center. From the limitations of standardized assessments to the power of arts, humanities, and transformative experiences, this episode is a call to rethink not just what we teach, but how and why we teach.

This is a must-listen for educators, innovators, and anyone navigating the evolving landscape of learning with a desire to keep it deeply human.

 

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Michelle Baldwin: Avenue 4 Learning, @michellekbaldwin.bsky.social

Kelly Tenkely: Dreams of Education Blog, KT's Place, @ktenkely.bsky.social