AI isn’t a replacement for educators; it’s a tool to amplify the work they do. In this episode of Outside the Mainstream, I chat with Dr. Geri Gillespy, an experienced educator, innovator, and co-founder of Guardrailz, a COPPA-certified AI platform for education. Dr. Gillespy shares her inspiring journey, from overcoming learning challenges as a student to becoming a leader in educational technology and innovation. We explore how AI can be used to enhance teaching and learning, address concerns about academic integrity, and prepare students for a workforce that increasingly demands AI literacy.

00:00 Introduction 

01:07 Meet Dr. Geri Gillespy

01:43 Geri’s Journey in Education

04:59 The Birth of Guardrails

08:10 Addressing AI Concerns in Education

13:04 Formative vs. Summative Assessment

21:05 The Role of Teachers in AI Integration

27:37 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Eddie: 

US: [email protected]

AU: [email protected] 

Website: https://inventorium.com.au/  

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddie-blass?originalSubdomain=au  

Connect with Geri:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerigillespy 

Guardrailz: https://www.guardrailz.ai/