Listen "explAInED Episode 024 – Teaching with Joy, Leading with Purpose: Dr. Adam Phyall"
Episode Synopsis
Episode Summary:In this episode, the explAInED team is joined by Dr. Adam Phyall, Director of Professional Learning and Leadership at Future Ready Schools and co-host of the Undisrupted podcast. A former high school science teacher turned instructional technology leader and longtime advocate for equity-driven innovation, Adam shares how his journey into edtech began with a love for creative media, and how it continues to center joy, purpose, and student voice.Adam describes AI as “this generation’s internet,” a transformative force that will amplify whatever practices and mindsets are already in place. When used with care, AI can extend student creativity, deepen inquiry, and support more responsive teaching. But when misused or rushed, it risks amplifying disengagement and inequity.Adam also stresses that successful AI integration starts with people. Schools must involve students, families, and educators in the process, not just as stakeholders, but as co-designers. From his own kids’ summer writing projects powered by AI image generators to district-wide planning conversations, he models how to keep humans at the center of technology decisions. Adam shows us that with the right mindset and support educators can lead this moment with confidence, and even a little fun.Mentions & ResourcesFuture Ready SchoolsUndisrupted Podcast with Adam Phyall and Carl HookerAI by Design
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