Carol Birks
Coverage of Carol Birks in the Nexus archive.
- Schools spend billions on AI, but struggle to figure out what’s worth buying
School districts nationwide are spending billions on AI educational tools but many feel overwhelmed by the choices and safety requirements. Experts note that the edtech market is moving faster than school districts can adapt, creating an informational asymmetry between providers and administrators. Some districts, such as Sumner County Schools in Tennessee, are conducting micro-pilots with specific AI tools to address student needs like reading scores.
- Schools spend billions on AI, but struggle to figure out what’s worth it
School districts nationwide are struggling with decisions on which AI tools to purchase, feeling overwhelmed by the fast-moving technology industry. Experts note an asymmetry between what providers know and what districts understand regarding safe investments. Despite billions of dollars at stake in the education technology market, some districts are piloting specialized tools, like Coursemojo, to identify real-time classroom needs.
- Schools spend billions on AI, but struggle to figure out what’s worth it
School districts nationwide are challenged by the sheer array of artificial intelligence tools available for educational spending, leading some officials to feel overwhelmed despite billions of dollars at stake. Experts note an asymmetry between what tool providers know and what the school districts know, necessitating new mechanisms for safe vetting. Districts like Sumner County Schools and Allentown School District are conducting structured pilot programs and reviews to implement AI tools effectively.