Can you really trust AI Tools and Edtech? with Alice Keeler

In this episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk, I sit down with educator, author, and the queen of spreadsheets—Alice Keeler—for a powerful conversation about the current state of AI in education. From vibe coding (yes, AI-assisted coding!) to the risks of flashy AI tools in Google Classroom, we pull back the curtain on what's working, what's broken, and what teachers really need to know. 🎯 Topics We Cover: What Google Gemini is actually doing in Google Classroom How vibe coding empowers teachers to build their own AI tools Privacy concerns and the problem with misleading AI buttons Why teachers must take back control of their data The dangers of "AI counseling" and students developing relationships with bots How we build tools that serve people — not platforms If you're an educator trying to make sense of the AI wave—and want to protect your students while staying innovative—this is a must-watch conversation. 🔗 Resources Mentioned: Alice Keeler's AI Teacher Toolkit: https://educatoraiassistant.com  Blog & Add-Ons: https://alicekeeler.com  "Frickin' Packets" Article by Jennifer Gonzalez: https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/busysheets  📺 Full show notes and all Cool Cat Teacher Talk episodes: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/googleai2025