From AI Policing to AI Coaching: Jason Katcher of Superhuman on Education’s Next Shift

Send us Fan MailJason Katcher is the Global Education Channel Lead at Superhuman, where he focuses on scaling AI-powered productivity and communication tools across education through strategic partnerships. Previously at Google, Dropbox, and multiple edtech startups, Jason brings deep experience in education technology, AI adoption, and go-to-market strategy.💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode Why schools need to move from “AI policing” to AI coaching  How Superhuman and Grammarly are rethinking writing in the AI era  What “show your work” looks like for AI-assisted writing  Why simple workflow tools often outperform flashy edtech products  How AI-native productivity platforms could reshape teaching and learning ✨ Episode Highlights[00:02:53] Jason shares why partnerships are key to scaling edtech globally[00:08:13] The story behind Grammarly’s evolution into Superhuman[00:11:32] How “AI at the edge” brings tools directly into existing workflows[00:13:50] Why AI writing should be treated as a “show your work” moment[00:15:24] Jason explains why teachers are becoming “AI police” — and why that needs to change[00:18:30] How students are increasingly using AI as a thought partner instead of a shortcut[00:20:18] Superhuman’s vision for faculty-controlled AI guardrails in education[00:24:09] Jason’s advice for edtech companies selling into schools during the AI transition[00:28:41] Why the best edtech products solve simple workflow problems[00:30:27] What’s next for Superhuman Go and AI-native productivity in education 😎 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.