AI Trends Shaping Education (and Everything Around It)

Written by

Justin Tyler

Tags: AI, Connect 2026, Governance, Policy

Overview

AI is moving fast—and it’s changing more than just tools. In this session, we’ll zoom out to explore the biggest AI trends impacting education and society: what’s becoming possible, what’s becoming risky, and what’s becoming necessary for districts to understand. We’ll cover how AI is reshaping work, communication, and information trust; what that means for classrooms and student readiness; and how district leaders can think about policy, equity, privacy, and responsible use without getting paralyzed. Expect a practical, non-hype conversation that helps you leave with clearer mental models, better questions to ask, and a grounded view of where AI is headed next.