NYC Moves to Ban AI in K–8 Classrooms: Less Screen Time, More Human Learning

New York City is moving to restrict AI in education and student screen time for younger learners. In this episode of Classroom Dynamics: Bits & Bytes, host Adam Todd breaks down NYC's proposed limits on generative AI, AI chatbots, AI tutors, classroom technology, and individual devices for students in 2-K through 8th grade.

What does the new NYC AI policy mean for teachers and students? And could it signal a broader shift toward more intentional, age-appropriate technology use in schools?

Explore what educators need to know about artificial intelligence in schools, EdTech, screen time, AI literacy, and the future of classroom technology.

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Back to School, Forward Thinking: Classroom Dynamics Fall Preview 

Education is changing faster than ever. Are you ready for what’s next?

Welcome to Classroom Dynamics—the podcast where educators, innovators, and thought leaders come together to explore the ideas shaping the future of learning.

Hosted by educator and lifelong learner Adam Todd, Classroom Dynamics brings you inspiring conversations with nationally recognized leaders, classroom experts, authors, researchers, and innovators who are transforming education one idea at a time.

From artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to student engagement, instructional strategies, teacher wellness, digital citizenship, and the future of schools, each episode explores the questions educators are asking—and the solutions they need.

Featuring conversations with some of the most influential voices in education, Classroom Dynamics goes beyond trends and headlines to uncover practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and meaningful insights you can bring directly into your classroom, school, or district.

Whether you're a teacher, administrator, instructional coach, technology leader, or simply passionate about education, you'll discover ideas that inspire reflection, spark conversation, and help move learning forward.

With listeners tuning in from 136 countries and more than 2,000 cities worldwide, Classroom Dynamics has become a global community where educators connect, learn, and grow together.

Each season delivers powerful interviews, thought-provoking discussions, and our popular Bits & Bytes episodes—short conversations highlighting the latest education news, technology breakthroughs, and classroom innovations.

Because the future of education isn't something we wait for...

It's something we create together.

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AI or Fall Behind? Using AI to Differentiate, Support, and Empower Students

As Classroom Dynamics closes out Season 6, host Adam Todd welcomes veteran special educator and AI consultant Latashia Crenshaw for a powerful conversation about why educators can no longer afford to ignore AI in education. With 25 years of experience in special education and inclusive learning design, Latashia shares how teachers can move beyond simply learning #AI tools and begin thinking critically about accessibility, differentiation, bias, neurodiversity, and student-centered instruction.

In this episode, Adam and Latashia explore why generic prompts often lead to generic instruction, how educators can improve their prompting strategies, and what it really means to “prompt for access” instead of just asking AI to create a lesson plan. They also discuss why schools should stop banning AI and start teaching AI literacy, practical ways teachers can experiment with tools like Gemini, Copilot, and Google Notebook LM this summer, and how AI can support planning, personalization, and engagement without losing the human connection that matters most in education.

Whether you’re AI-curious, cautiously skeptical, or already experimenting in your classroom, this season finale delivers practical takeaways, honest conversation, and inspiration to help you prepare for the school year ahead — because the future of education is already here.

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The Innovation Pause: Why the EdTech Plateau Might Be Exactly What Schools Need 

Is the EdTech boom leveling off — and if so, what does that mean for your classroom?

In this episode of Classroom Dynamics: Bits & Bytes — the podcast within the podcast — we look into the growing conversation around the “EdTech Plateau.” After pandemic-era surges in adoption, sky-high investments, and nonstop innovation, the landscape is shifting. Engagement is flattening. Funding is cooling. And educators are asking tougher, evidence-based questions about what actually improves student learning.

From the evolution of generative AI and large language models to the broader move from hype to measurable impact, this episode explores why the plateau may not be a slowdown — but a strategic turning point. If the next phase of educational technology is less about flashy features and more about meaningful outcomes, what should educators prioritize?

This is the conversation every forward-thinking teacher, leader, and edtech innovator needs to hear.

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Are We Skipping a Critical Step? The Truth About Handwriting in Today’s Classrooms 

What if one of the most essential building blocks of literacy is quietly disappearing from our classrooms… and we don’t fully understand the consequences yet?

Welcome to Classroom Dynamics, your weekly professional reset. I’m your host, Adam Todd—and this episode is one every educator needs to hear.

Today, we’re tackling a topic that’s often overlooked in a digital-first world: handwriting. Not as a routine task—but as a critical driver of brain development, language acquisition, and long-term literacy success.

Joining me is Holly Britton, a curriculum designer, handwriting specialist, and founder of Squiggle Squad. With over 26 years of experience, she breaks down what the research is telling us—and why delaying or minimizing handwriting instruction in early education could be a mistake we can’t afford to make.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

•  What’s actually happening in the brain when students write by hand 
•  What students may be losing as schools shift away from handwriting 
•  Why waiting until later elementary grades to teach handwriting can create gaps 
•  How to bring meaningful, developmentally appropriate handwriting instruction back into your classroom 

If you teach in a K–5 classroom—or support literacy in any way—this conversation will likely challenge what you thought you knew.

Because the real question is: Are we preparing students for the future… or unintentionally holding them back?

🎧 Don’t miss this one. Follow and subscribe to Classroom Dynamics—because in #education today, what you don’t know can matter just as much as what you do.

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Are We Replacing Teachers or Reinventing Them? Inside the Rise of AI Schools 

Step into the future of education with this thought-provoking episode of Classroom Dynamics: Bits & Bytes—where innovation meets real-world classroom impact.

What if students could complete their core academic learning in just two hours a day… and still outperform traditional models? It may sound futuristic, but it’s already happening in AI-powered learning environments like Alpha School, where artificial intelligence drives personalized instruction in math, reading, and science—adapting in real time to meet each student exactly where they are.

But this episode goes beyond the headline.

In this episode, we'll explore what happens after those two hours—when students shift their focus to life-ready skills like communication, collaboration, and entrepreneurship, guided by teachers who now serve as mentors and coaches rather than lecturers.

You’ll also hear how Seckinger High School is taking a different path—blending AI into a traditional public school model while empowering students to understand the technology itself, from machine learning to ethics.

This isn’t just a conversation about efficiency and innovation—it’s a deep dive into the evolving role of the teacher, the importance of human connection, and the critical questions facing education today:

•  Are we teaching students to use AI… or to understand it? 
•  What do we lose—and gain—when AI becomes the primary instructor? 
•  And in a world where content delivery is faster than ever… what truly matters most in learning? 

Whether you’re energized by the possibilities or questioning the implications, this episode challenges you to rethink what school can—and should—look like.

Because the future of education isn’t coming.

It’s already here.

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Inside Math Fact Lab: Rethinking the Way We Teach Math Facts 

For generations, math fact fluency has often meant one thing: speed. Timed tests. Flashcards. Memorization drills. But what if fluency isn’t about how fast students answer — but how deeply they understand?

In this episode of Classroom Dynamics, Adam Todd sits down with Mike Kenny, longtime fifth-grade math teacher and creator of Math Fact Lab, to unpack a powerful shift in how we think about math fact instruction.

After 15 years in the classroom and graduate work through the Vermont Mathematics Initiative, Mike encountered research that challenged the very foundation of traditional fluency practices. The science behind how students actually develop #math facts didn’t align with the speed-based models many of us grew up with. That realization sparked a complete rethinking — and ultimately led to the creation of Math Fact Lab.

Instead of focusing on rote memorization, Math Fact Lab centers on strategy, pattern recognition, and multiple representations — helping students build number sense through models like number lines and area models. The result? Fluency grounded in understanding, not anxiety.

Throughout the conversation, Adam and Mike explore why timed tests may miss the mark, what true fluency looks like in practice, and how teachers can thoughtfully shift toward research-aligned instruction without sacrificing rigor. They also discuss the design progression behind Math Fact Lab and what the future holds for strategy-based fluency in math education.

For educators who have ever wondered whether there’s a better way to teach math facts — this episode offers both reassurance and inspiration. It’s a reminder that when students see the patterns, math begins to make sense — and when math makes sense, confidence follows.

This is more than a conversation about math facts. It’s a professional reset.

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AI Meets the Classroom: What Canva Learn Grid Means for Teachers Right Now

In this episode of Classroom Dynamics: Bits & Bytes — the podcast within the podcast, host Adam Todd dives into one of the most significant shifts in educational technology we’ve seen yet, unveiled at Canva Create 2026.

At the center of the conversation is the introduction of Learn Grid from Canva—a powerful new AI-driven learning ecosystem designed to transform how teachers plan, differentiate, and deliver instruction. Far more than just another content library, Learn Grid brings thousands of curriculum-aligned resources together in one streamlined hub, organized by grade level, subject area, and learning objectives.

Imagine eliminating the nightly scramble across multiple websites, the endless searching for editable materials, and the time-consuming process of building every resource from scratch. Learn Grid aims to remove that friction entirely.

But the real breakthrough lies in its AI capabilities. Teachers can instantly generate customized instructional materials—including worksheets, graphic organizers, interactive activities, and more than 30 additional formats—each tailored to specific lesson goals. Whether it’s differentiation, subject transitions, or engagement-driven design, the platform responds in seconds with ready-to-use resources that align to standards and support diverse learners, including multilingual classrooms.

In this episode, Adam explores what it means when a tool evolves from a design platform into an instructional partner—one that blends creativity, artificial intelligence, and pedagogy into a single workflow.

More than just a feature update, Learn Grid signals a broader shift in education: less time spent planning, more time teaching, and a growing expectation that AI will actively support the instructional process.

Tune in to discover how educators can begin integrating Learn Grid immediately—and what this innovation might mean for the future of lesson design, classroom efficiency, and student engagement.

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Smart Tools, Strong Foundations: Rethinking AI’s Role in Student Learning 

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept—it’s already reshaping today’s classrooms. In this episode of Classroom Dynamics, we discuss one of the most timely and searched topics in #education right now: #AI in the classroom.

Joined by Max Shuchman, #education leader, consultant, and expert at the intersection of #EdTech, immersive learning, and AI literacy, this conversation explores what’s actually working with AI tools—and what isn’t. From platforms like ThingLink to Max’s work with AI Circles, you’ll hear real-world insights on how educators are thoughtfully integrating AI in age-appropriate, ethical, and instructionally sound ways.

Together, Adam and Max unpack:

• What #teachers are seeing right now with AI integration in K–12 classrooms
• Why AI literacy is becoming an essential skill for students
• The importance of #reading comprehension, critical thinking, and evaluating sources in an AI-driven #earning environment
• Common AI implementation mistakes schools make—even with the best intentions
• Practical strategies for modeling responsible, effective, and meaningful AI use for students

If you’re a #teacher, instructional coach, school leader, or EdTech enthusiast wondering how to balance innovation with strong #instructional foundations, this episode delivers practical takeaways, mindset shifts, and classroom-ready ideas you can start using right away.

🎧 Tune in to Classroom Dynamics for an honest, educator-centered conversation about AI in #education, responsible #technology use, and preparing students for the future—without losing what matters most in teaching and learning.

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How to Build Your Teacher Brand Online: Practical Ed Branding Tips That Work 

Are you telling your school’s story… or is someone else telling it for you?

In this episode of Classroom Dynamics, host Adam Todd sits down with Dr. Renae Bryant, co-author of The Ed Branding Book and host of the Your Story Matters podcast—to unpack a game-changing idea for educators: becoming the media.

In today’s 21st-century landscape, perception shapes reality. Trust influences funding. Visibility fuels opportunity. And the schools that control their narrative are the schools that thrive.

Dr. Bryant reveals how #teachers, schools, and entire districts can strategically build their brand—not for vanity, but for impact. From strengthening community trust to supporting school bonds and funding initiatives, you’ll discover why storytelling is no longer optional… it’s essential.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• What Ed-Branding really means (and why it’s not just marketing buzzwords)
• How educators can begin building a professional brand—without feeling overwhelmed
• Practical strategies for communicating vision with clarity and credibility
• The biggest branding mistakes schools make—and how to avoid them
• How empowering students through blogs, podcasts, and vlogs increases engagement and learning outcomes
• The easiest platform for teachers to start sharing their story today

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by negative narratives about education…if you’ve wondered how to highlight the incredible work happening in your classroom…if you want your school community to feel more connected, supportive, and invested…

This conversation will shift your mindset — and give you actionable tools you can use immediately.

Because in #education, your story isn’t extra. It’s everything.

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