AI Advocates

Lisa Dieker
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Welcome to AI Advocates, a podcast dedicated to helping educators integrate artificial intelligence into their classrooms to save time, enhance learning, and provide more equitable educational opportunities. Hosted by Dr. Lisa Dieker and Dr. Maggie Mosher from the Achievement & Assessment Institute at the University of Kansas, this podcast offers practical tips, tools, and strategies for teachers looking to incorporate AI into their teaching practices safely and effectively. In each episode, Lisa and Maggie explore the world of AI, breaking down key concepts like Narrow AI, Generative AI, and the emerging field of Superintelligent AI. They share insights on how AI can transform education by supporting both educators and students, and how teachers can leverage AI tools to improve accessibility, equity, and learning outcomes. Whether you’re just beginning to explore AI or looking for ways to make it work in your classroom, AI Advocates is your go-to resource for all things AI in education. Tune in for short, bite-sized episodes packed with practical advice, thought-provoking discussions, and a few laughs along the way!

  1. S3 E3: Rethinking Professional Development in a Changing AI Landscape

    DEC 16

    S3 E3: Rethinking Professional Development in a Changing AI Landscape

    In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher explore how professional development is evolving and how educators can reclaim their time by taking ownership of their learning. They discuss how AI tools and peer collaboration can help teachers reflect on their practice, grow professionally, and improve classroom experiences beyond traditional workshops. This conversation invites educators to rethink what meaningful professional development can look like in a changing landscape with AI. Key insights include: Self-reflection that drives growth: An app called Socrait helps teachers analyze their own classroom interactions by tracking talk time, praise, interruptions, and how often students are called on.  Personalized professional development with FLITE STEM Coaching: Lisa highlights how FLITE STEM: Coaching allows educators to tag their own teaching behaviors, reflect on video, and explore more than 770 math and science resources. Teachers can choose short, targeted learning experiences that address their specific needs. Supporting social skills with VOISS Advisor: VOISS Advisor offers educators guidance on teaching and assessing social skills using evidence-based practices. With videos, lesson plans, rubrics, and IEP aligned goals, teachers can build instructions without adding extra stress. Learning from peers: Lisa and Maggie emphasize that some of the best professional development already exists within schools. Short peer-led sessions, classroom visits, and shared conversations often provide more relevant learning than traditional training. Using free AI tools and training: Educators do not need expensive programs to get started. Many platforms offer free tutorials and resources that help teachers explore AI, coding, and instructional tools alongside their students. Resources: Socrait - https://socrait.app/login FLITE STEM: Coaching - https://flitestemcoaching.org/ VOISS Advisor - https://voissadvisor.org/ Social Media: X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/aai-flite-center

    9 min
  2. S3 E2: Pivoting with AI to Support Every Student

    DEC 10

    S3 E2: Pivoting with AI to Support Every Student

    In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher dive into the theme of “pivoting” with AI in education. They talk about how educators can go beyond simply asking why we should change and start actively embracing the shift. With relatable classroom examples and moments of humor, Lisa and Maggie unpack how AI can act like a second brain, offering fresh, personalized solutions to everyday teaching challenges. Key insights include: Pivoting with AI: Teachers do not have to wait for the perfect plan to start using AI. Sometimes the best way to adapt is to simply start and adjust as needed. Using AI for Problem Solving: AI can offer quick, fun, and student-centered responses to problems like disengagement or ineffective instruction, turning small frustrations into exciting opportunities. Supportive Tool: AI can function as a supportive tool that helps educators think through next steps, brainstorm ideas, and build out new approaches without replacing their work. Letting Go of Perfection: This episode encourages educators to try, tweak, and learn. Embracing AI does not require perfection, just curiosity and the willingness to pivot. Social Media: X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/aai-flite-center

    11 min
  3. S3 E1: What Happens to Teaching When AI Knows the Answers

    DEC 2

    S3 E1: What Happens to Teaching When AI Knows the Answers

    In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher reflect on what it means to teach in a world where artificial intelligence is everywhere. They ask tough questions like why change and how educators should adapt when AI can write essays, solve math problems, and generate answers instantly. This episode launches a new series focused on change and challenges the idea that content delivery alone defines great teaching. Instead, it encourages deeper thinking about creativity, connection, and human purpose in the classroom.  Key insights include: Rethinking the Role of the Teacher: When AI can provide answers in seconds, the teacher's role shifts from information provider to learning guide and critical thinking coach. Leading with Purpose: Educators are encouraged to ask why change matters and how they can stay focused on student growth rather than just keeping up with new tools. Teaching Beyond Content: AI may solve problems, but it cannot replicate relationships, empathy, or personal mentorship. Teachers still play a vital role in student development. Creating Meaningful Engagement: The future of teaching lies in fostering curiosity, creativity, and real-world relevance, not just checking off standards or automating instruction. Staying Curious: Embracing change with an open mind allows educators to grow alongside their students and use AI as a tool rather than a threat. Social Media: X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/aai-flite-center

    6 min
  4. S2 E9: Level Up: Your AI Education Roadmap

    OCT 28

    S2 E9: Level Up: Your AI Education Roadmap

    In this episode of AI Advocates, Maggie Mosher and Lisa Dieker reflect on exploring AI tools and strategies for the classroom. Framing the conversation as a roadmap to leveling up AI integration in education, they revisit key themes such as AI as a lesson planner, a STEM simulator, and a classroom collaborator. Broadcasting from the FLITE Center, they also preview their upcoming book and share insights on how educators can continue advancing their AI journey into the next semester. The episode encourages teachers to build on what they have learned and to keep exploring how AI can enhance student engagement, creativity, and support.  AI Tools: Magic School AI - https://www.magicschool.ai/ Khanmigo - https://www.khanmigo.ai/ SchoolAI - https://schoolai.com/  Diffit - https://web.diffit.me/  EL Bot -https://www.canva.com/design/DAF4ZnhZ8TI/bGhftIi8zBjLuBFANJBP2w/view?utm_content=DAF4ZnhZ8TI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor Social Media: X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/aai-flite-center

    14 min
  5. S2 E8: STEM Surge: AI Powering Future Innovators

    OCT 21

    S2 E8: STEM Surge: AI Powering Future Innovators

    In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher discuss how AI is reshaping the future of STEM education in a theme they call “Surging Forward with STEM.” Speaking from the FLITE Center, they explore how artificial intelligence blends science, technology, engineering, and math into a powerful tool for innovation and discovery in the classroom. From student creativity to real world applications, the episode highlights how AI can energize STEM learning, empower future problem solvers, and spark curiosity across disciplines.  Tune in to this episode of AI Advocates and discover how AI can empower your students to think creatively, solve real world problems, and reimagine what's possible in science, technology, engineering, and math. AI Tools: Project RAISE - https://www.ucpcfl.org/projectraise Code.org - https://code.org/en-US SchoolAI - https://schoolai.com/ Google Teachable Machine - https://teachablemachine.withgoogle.com/ Google Semi-Conductor - https://experiments.withgoogle.com/semi-conductor Magic School AI - https://www.magicschool.ai VOISS - https://projectvoiss.org/ Diffit - https://web.diffit.me/ Suno - https://suno.com/home  Social Media: X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/aai-flite-center

    11 min
  6. S2 E7: Literacy Lift-Off: AI Storytelling & Language Learning

    OCT 14

    S2 E7: Literacy Lift-Off: AI Storytelling & Language Learning

    In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, storytelling, and language learning in a theme they call “Literacy Lift-Off.” Speaking from the FLITE Center, they share imaginative examples like using AI to help a student create fantasy story characters based on a simple prompt, and demonstrate how these tools can spark creativity, expand vocabulary, and support writing instruction. The conversation highlights how AI can elevate literacy experiences by encouraging student choice, enhancing engagement, and serving as a scaffold for both language development and storytelling. Tune in and discover how AI can support your students' voices, creativity, and confidence AI Tools: Canva Write - https://www.canva.com/magic-write/ Duolingo - https://www.duolingo.com/ SchoolAI - https://schoolai.com/ Social Media: X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/aai-flite-center

    9 min
  7. S2 E6: Individual Education Programs: How AI Can Personalizing Learning Journeys

    OCT 7

    S2 E6: Individual Education Programs: How AI Can Personalizing Learning Journeys

    In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher explore how AI can support the creation and implementation of individualized education programs (IEPs), functional behavioral assessments (FBAs), and behavior intervention plans (BIPs). Framed as “a friend” in these processes, AI is discussed as a tool that can help teachers gather, analyze, and organize student data more efficiently without replacing the need for professional judgment. The episode also emphasizes the importance of data privacy, the teacher's role in customizing AI output, and practical examples of how AI can enhance student centered planning and interventions in both general and special education contexts. AI Tools: accessiBE - https://accessibe.com/ Be My Eyes - https://www.bemyeyes.com/ Social Media: X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/aai-flite-center

    10 min
  8. S2 E5: Collaboration Catalyst

    SEP 23

    S2 E5: Collaboration Catalyst

    In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher explore the idea of AI as a collaboration catalyst in the classroom. Through a creative role-play scenario, they imagine Lisa as a high school English teacher working with students on a five-paragraph essay. They walk through how AI tools can assist with brainstorming, revision, feedback, and even peer collaboration, enhancing both the teaching process and student engagement. The hosts emphasize how AI can support critical thinking and streamline workflow without replacing the human connection that drives learning.  AI Tools: Magic School AI - https://www.magicschool.ai/ Thrively - https://www.thrively.com/ng/#/classroom Tagpacker- https://tagpacker.com/  Social Media: X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/aai-flite-center

    7 min
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Welcome to AI Advocates, a podcast dedicated to helping educators integrate artificial intelligence into their classrooms to save time, enhance learning, and provide more equitable educational opportunities. Hosted by Dr. Lisa Dieker and Dr. Maggie Mosher from the Achievement & Assessment Institute at the University of Kansas, this podcast offers practical tips, tools, and strategies for teachers looking to incorporate AI into their teaching practices safely and effectively. In each episode, Lisa and Maggie explore the world of AI, breaking down key concepts like Narrow AI, Generative AI, and the emerging field of Superintelligent AI. They share insights on how AI can transform education by supporting both educators and students, and how teachers can leverage AI tools to improve accessibility, equity, and learning outcomes. Whether you’re just beginning to explore AI or looking for ways to make it work in your classroom, AI Advocates is your go-to resource for all things AI in education. Tune in for short, bite-sized episodes packed with practical advice, thought-provoking discussions, and a few laughs along the way!

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    Lisa Dieker
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