Beyond the Buzzwords of AI + Education: Transparency, Privacy Rights, and What Comes Next...

Send us Fan MailDo you know that AI is already integrated into nearly everything we do online? From the devices in our kids’ classrooms to the apps on our phones—artificial intelligence is part of daily life. In this episode, Alexis sits down with Dr. Jeff Carlson to unpack what AI in education really means and where Idaho can go from here.Together, they trace the timeline of technology, social media, and now AI—three distinct but connected “buckets” that shape how students learn, how parents engage, and how schools make decisions.Key themes include:How to inform and empower parents about AI in schools—without assuming support or opposition.What data privacy and transparency should look like for kids under 18.The limits of opting out—and whether it’s even possible in today’s digital learning environment.How AI intersects with mental health, student well-being, and policy design.Practical questions every parent should be able to ask about their child’s tech use.Dr. Carlson challenges us to look beyond the fear and lean into understanding—because ignoring AI may be riskier than engaging with it thoughtfully. This is a conversation about shared responsibility, transparency, and what it means to prepare our kids (and ourselves) for an AI-shaped future.👉 Take a listen, then email or message @the_idaho_lady to share your thoughts. Because when it comes to policy, the best solutions come from the table we build together.Find Alexis on Instagram and JOIN in the conversation: https://www.instagram.com/the_idaho_lady/JOIN the convo on Substack & STAY up-to-date with emails and posts https://substack.com/@theidaholady?r=5katbx&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-pageSend Alexis an email with guest requests, ideas, or potential [email protected] great resources, info on school communities, and other current projects regarding public policy:https://www.thealexismorgan.com