Episode 318: Paul Matthews & Jason Gulya

Artificial Intelligence, Real Literacy – Evidence-Based Practices in Action Join me on this engaging episode of My EdTech Life as I sit down with Paul Matthews and Jason Gulya to dive into their book titled Artificial Intelligence, Real Literacy: A Practical Guide to Using AI For Evidence-Based Literacy Practices in Education and explore how AI is transforming literacy instruction through evidence-based practices. We discuss everything from integrating AI in the classroom to verifying its output, and how teachers can harness technology without losing the human touch. Plus, hear personal stories, practical tips, and a rapid-fire round of fun questions!Timestamps: 00:00: Welcome & Introduction 00:01: Meet Our Guests – Paul Matthews (Australia) & Jason Gulya (US) 00:03: Book Overview & The Need for Evidence-Based Practices 00:04: AI in Literacy – Strategies & Philosophies (Options, Not Answers) 00:10: Principles in Practice – Tailoring AI for Better Teaching 00:21: Doing the Basics Better – From Text Differentiation to Classroom Impact 00:32: Verifying AI Output – Organic Intelligence & Fact-Checking Tips 00:49: Rapid-Fire Round – Quick Advice and Fun Insights 00:56: Closing Remarks & Sponsor Shout-OutsSponsors & Call-to-Action: A big thank you to our sponsors – Book Creator, Yellow Dig, and EduAide.AI for supporting our mission. Don’t forget to follow Paul and Jason on LinkedIn for more insights and join our community at My EdTech Life for additional high-quality content.Stay Techie!Peel Back Education exists to uncover, share, and amplify powerful, authentic stories from inside classrooms and beyond, helping educators, learners, and the wider community connect meaningfully with the people and ideas shaping education today. Authentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator.Support the show