Dr. Catlin Tucker is a highly sought-after speaker who has delivered keynotes worldwide, inspiring educators to rethink traditional teaching models and embrace innovative, sustainable practices.
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AI cannot replace teachers or the human element of teaching, but it can help us design more effective learning experiences, use our time and technology more strategically, and create opportunities for students to lead their learning. In this keynote, Dr. Catlin Tucker explores how AI can support educators in shifting classroom workflows so teachers aren't doing the lion's share of the work or thinking.
Educators teach beautifully diverse groups of students with various skill levels, needs, language proficiencies, and learning preferences. Too often, this diversity is seen as problematic or a challenge to be overcome. Before AI, designing for this diversity and learner variability was an arduous, time-consuming process that felt unsustainable.
Teachers are burning out at record levels. They're drowning in unrealistic expectations and doing the lion's share of the work in classrooms. It's time to shift from time-consuming, teacher-led, and often frustratingly ineffective workflows to sustainable student-led workflows that position learners at the center of the learning experience.
The past few years have taken a toll on both teachers and students, leaving many educators feeling exhausted and disillusioned. Yet, teacher engagement is the key to reigniting student engagement, curiosity, and motivation. Dr. Catlin Tucker delves into the factors that impact engagement and how educators can approach their work in ways that allow them to invest their time and energy into what lights them up.
For too long, education has prioritized content coverage over deep learning. But in a world where information is everywhere and AI is evolving, the true value of education lies in human connection, critical thinking, and meaningful engagement. This keynote challenges educators to shift from delivering information to empowering students as active participants—freeing teachers to focus on what truly matters.
