The AI Moment Isn't About AI: Lessons in Learning, Leadership, and Trust

Location

Heritage Room 210

Start Date

9-4-2026 10:00 AM

About the Author

Jennifer Grevis is a Senior Solutions Consultant at Echo360 and a former educator with more than 23 years of experience in K–12 education, instructional technology, STEM education, robotics, and professional learning. She has served as a classroom teacher, technology leader, STEM and robotics coordinator, grants manager, and mentor to pre-service educators, helping schools navigate innovation while remaining grounded in effective teaching and learning practices. Jennifer holds degrees from Purdue University and Indiana State University in Education, Educational Technology, Data Technology, and Library Science, and is currently pursuing advanced studies in Artificial Intelligence through Cornell University. Today, she partners with colleges, universities, and public-sector organizations to evaluate emerging technologies, support responsible AI adoption, and align innovation with meaningful educational outcomes. Grounded in her Christian faith and commitment to lifelong learning, Jennifer believes education is most impactful when it cultivates wisdom, discernment, character, and purpose. She advocates for a human-in-the-loop approach to AI, one that balances technological innovation with stewardship, ethical responsibility, and meaningful human connection.

Description

Artificial Intelligence may be the latest technology transforming education, but the challenges institutions face are not new. From learning management systems and online learning to mobile devices and collaboration tools, every major technology shift has followed a familiar pattern: experimentation, uncertainty, governance, and ultimately scale. The technology changes, but the leadership and learning challenges remain. This session explores what previous waves of educational technology can teach us about navigating the AI era. Participants will examine how AI is changing long-held assumptions about teaching, learning, and institutional decision-making, while exploring practical strategies for evaluating impact, increasing institutional visibility, and creating responsible governance frameworks. The discussion will focus on maintaining human judgment, discernment, and accountability as AI becomes increasingly integrated into learning environments. Attendees will leave with a framework for moving beyond the excitement and anxiety surrounding AI to focus on what matters most: fostering meaningful learning, supporting learner growth, and using technology in ways that align with educational purpose and values.

Learning Outcomes

Session Objectives

  • Identify common patterns that emerge during major technology shifts in education.
  • Examine how AI differs from previous technologies and why it requires new approaches to evaluation and governance.
  • Explore practical strategies for balancing innovation with human judgment, accountability, and trust.
  • Apply a human-in-the-loop framework to support responsible and effective AI adoption. 

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Sep 4th, 10:00 AM

The AI Moment Isn't About AI: Lessons in Learning, Leadership, and Trust

Heritage Room 210

Artificial Intelligence may be the latest technology transforming education, but the challenges institutions face are not new. From learning management systems and online learning to mobile devices and collaboration tools, every major technology shift has followed a familiar pattern: experimentation, uncertainty, governance, and ultimately scale. The technology changes, but the leadership and learning challenges remain. This session explores what previous waves of educational technology can teach us about navigating the AI era. Participants will examine how AI is changing long-held assumptions about teaching, learning, and institutional decision-making, while exploring practical strategies for evaluating impact, increasing institutional visibility, and creating responsible governance frameworks. The discussion will focus on maintaining human judgment, discernment, and accountability as AI becomes increasingly integrated into learning environments. Attendees will leave with a framework for moving beyond the excitement and anxiety surrounding AI to focus on what matters most: fostering meaningful learning, supporting learner growth, and using technology in ways that align with educational purpose and values.