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Episode 23 of Playing Teacher tackles one of the biggest questions in education today: What happens when classrooms become dominated by screens, software, and artificial intelligence?

Robert, Matthew, and Brugge discuss the post-COVID explosion of digital learning tools, the unintended consequences of assessment platforms like iReady and IXL, and the growing concern that students are spending more time interacting with software than with teachers.

The conversation also dives into AI's rapidly expanding role in education, from writing assignments to personalized tutoring, and asks a critical question: If AI can complete many school tasks instantly, what should students actually be learning?

The episode argues that the solution isn't banning technology, but redesigning education around deeper thinking, real-world experiences, and human connection.

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