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EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 36 MIN

Ep. 296 | The Hidden Problem With AI In Education W/ Ken Shelton

from EdTech Bites Podcast · host Gabriel Carrillo

This episode is sponsored by TWT Audio. Are your students dealing with broken headsets, poor audio quality, or unreliable microphones at moments that matter most? TWT Audio was built for educators, by educators, designing headsets specifically for real classroom environments, durable enough to last, and comfortable for all-day use. With over 5 million headsets and headphones sold, schools trust TWT because they just work, delivering consistent performance while simplifying technology.Instead of replacing cheap headsets year after year, invest in a solution that schools nationwide trust every day.TWT Audio — hear the difference.AI literacy is more than prompts and chatbots. In this episode, we unpack what educators and school leaders are getting wrong about AI in education. Learn how to improve AI usage, align technology decisions with campus goals, and avoid costly edtech mistakes. If your district is overwhelmed with tools and unclear direction, this conversation will help you simplify, focus, and lead with purpose.Connect With Gabriel CarrilloEdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.comEdTech Bites On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/edtechbites.bsky.socialEdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbitesEdTech Bites X: https://twitter.com/edtechbitesEdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbitesEdTech Bites On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@edtechbitesEdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@edtechbitesAbout Ken SheltonKen Shelton is a multi award winning educator, author, speaker, and consultant. He has worked in education for well over 20 years. His work includes teaching middle school technology, keynote speaking, leading professional development, and providing consulting support to many education systems around the world. He is the co-author of the best selling book “The Promises and Perils of AI in Education: Ethics and Equity have Entered the Chat.” He can found online at kennethshelton.net and on many of the social media platforms.Connect With Ken SheltonKen Shelton’s Website: https://kennethshelton.net/Ken Shelton On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenashelton/Ken Shelton On X: https://x.com/k_sheltonKen Shelton On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kshelton

This episode is sponsored by TWT Audio. Are your students dealing with broken headsets, poor audio quality, or unreliable microphones at moments that matter most? TWT Audio was built for educators, by educators, designing headsets specifically for real classroom environments, durable enough to last, and comfortable for all-day use. With over 5 million headsets and headphones sold, schools trust TWT because they just work, delivering consistent performance while simplifying technology.Instead of replacing cheap headsets year after year, invest in a solution that schools nationwide trust every day.TWT Audio — hear the difference.AI literacy is more than prompts and chatbots. In this episode, we unpack what educators and school leaders are getting wrong about AI in education. Learn how to improve AI usage, align technology decisions with campus goals, and avoid costly edtech mistakes. If your district is overwhelmed with tools and unclear direction, this conversation will help you simplify, focus, and lead with purpose.Connect With Gabriel CarrilloEdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.comEdTech Bites On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/edtechbites.bsky.socialEdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbitesEdTech Bites X: https://twitter.com/edtechbitesEdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbitesEdTech Bites On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@edtechbitesEdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@edtechbitesAbout Ken SheltonKen Shelton is a multi award winning educator, author, speaker, and consultant. He has worked in education for well over 20 years. His work includes teaching middle school technology, keynote speaking, leading professional development, and providing consulting support to many education systems around the world. He is the co-author of the best selling book “The Promises and Perils of AI in Education: Ethics and Equity have Entered the Chat.” He can found online at kennethshelton.net and on many of the social media platforms.Connect With Ken SheltonKen Shelton’s Website: https://kennethshelton.net/Ken Shelton On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenashelton/Ken Shelton On X: https://x.com/k_sheltonKen Shelton On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kshelton

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