The impact of AI on education will be profound. Unlike the internet which is used primarily as a research and reference tool,, AI is about creation.  This does create challenges, but it will force reforms that I believe can improve outcomes and equity.   So let’s unpack AI, and today discuss its impact and strategies to adapt to this new reality.  And yes, this was created with 100% human content.

Grocery prices are not the only thing going up. Today we will explore mark inflation and some of its underlying causes. Also discuss how post secondary admissions are coping and how this may become a bigger issue in the future.

Public #onted is a current affairs newsletter for people interested in what’s going on inside Ontario Public Schools today. Award winning, veteran teacher Greg Cawsey breaks a hole in the red brick wall so you can get an inside perspective of the issues, challenges, and progress going on in your schools.

Today's topic is social activism in schools.

Unions don't support pushing for essential service status because it cuts the size and influence of their organizations.I f you agree that teachers would get a better deal if deemed essential - then members will ask why are we paying so much in dues. An association can do contract maintenance for much less. rather than spending millions on ad buys during contract talks.

The government may not want this, but the public does . They are tired of the current adversarial system of endless contract disputes and so am I.

If public education is in fact in trouble, the one terrible sign would be public apathy. Sadly, in some municipalities the indifference is on full display with some school trustee positions being unfilled or uncontested individuals being acclaimed. The system needs input from the public to be at its best.

Secondary issue is that teachers have flexed their political muscles in endorsing candidates who see public education through their lens.  With limited numbers running for the position, teacher influence has skewed the political balance needed on school boards.

Solutions… just listen.

Today's idea is to take away teacher's unions' right to strike by making teaching an essential service.

Welcome to Advancing Public Education, hosted by Gregory Cawsey. Here to give voice to ideas on advancing public education.