In this episode we explore the rise of AI-powered coaching tools for teachers and what happens when feedback on classroom instruction starts coming from software instead of a human observer.

We look at the promise and risk of AI tools that analyze classroom video, generate feedback, and shape how teachers talk about their own practice.

Topics covered:

• How AI coaching tools are being used to analyze classroom instruction
• Why automated feedback for teachers parallels AI feedback for student writing
• The role of context in judging classroom decisions
• Why trust matters more than efficiency in teacher coaching
• The risk of AI narrowing the definition of “good teaching”
• What classroom teachers should ask when reviewing AI-generated feedback
• How instructional coaches and district leaders can use AI without replacing human judgment

Source:

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00405841.2025.2607939