Designing AI to Support Teachers with Dr. Rachel Book and Charlie Thayer of Lincoln Learning Solutions

Send us Fan MailDr. Rachel Book is an education leader at Lincoln Learning Solutions with over 20 years of experience in early childhood and student development. Charlie Thayer, Chief Academic Officer, brings 15+ years in online and blended learning, specializing in scalable, instructionally sound solutions.💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:The difference between generic AI tools and purpose-built AI for educationHow AI can extend teacher capacity without replacing human instructionPractical AI use cases that support both teachers and studentsWhy AI guardrails, safety, and age-appropriate design matterThe risks of AI shortcuts and the importance of building AI literacy early✨ Episode Highlights:[00:03:15] Defining purpose-built AI vs. generic AI in education[00:07:22] Real classroom AI use cases: data insights and teacher support[00:09:48] AI for younger learners: voice, engagement, and curiosity[00:12:20] What school leaders should look for in AI tools[00:14:59] The biggest risks: AI replacing thinking and human interaction[00:18:57] First reactions to Lincoln AI and the “wow” factor in classrooms[00:20:29] How AI dashboards give teachers actionable insights[00:21:50] Expanding teacher capacity through AI-driven visibility😎 Stay updated with Edtech Insiders! Follow us on our podcast, newsletter & LinkedIn here.🎉 Presenting Sponsor/s:Innovation in preK to gray learning is powered by exceptional people. For over 15 years, EdTech companies of all sizes and stages have trusted HireEducation to find the talent that drives impact. When specific skills and experiences are mission-critical, HireEducation is a partner that delivers. Offering permanent, fractional, and executive recruitment, HireEducation knows the go-to-market talent you need. Learn more at HireEdu.com. This season of Edtech Insiders is brought to you by Cooley LLP. Cooley is the go-to law firm for education and edtech innovators, offering industry-informed counsel across the 'pre-K to gray' spectrum. With a multidisciplinary approach and a powerful edtech ecosystem, Cooley helps shape the future of education. Every year, K-12 districts and higher ed institutions spend over half a trillion dollars—but most sales teams miss the signals. Starbridge tracks early signs like board minutes, budget drafts, and strategic plans, then helps you turn them into personalized outreach—fast. Win the deal before it hits the RFP stage. That’s how top edtech teams stay ahead.