AmpED to 11
AmpED to 11
Podcast Description
Elevating AI in Education
Welcome to AmpED to 11, the podcast where AI, education, and technology collide to reshape the future of learning. Hosted by EdTech experts Brett Roer and Rebecca Bultsma, AmpED to 11 brings you the latest insights, trends, and strategies in AI-powered education.
We believe that education should never settle for "good enough." Each episode is packed with cutting-edge news, expert interviews, and actionable insights that will keep you ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of EdTech. Whether you're an educator, administrator, or EdTech professional, AmpED to 11 equips you with the tools to integrate AI into education and drive innovation.
What You Can Expect:
AI in Education: Stay up-to-date with the latest AI tools and trends that are transforming classrooms and educational technology.Expert Interviews: Brett leads in-depth conversations with top educators, innovators, and policymakers to explore how AI is shaping the future of learning.Tech Updates: Rebecca delivers the latest news and updates in AI and education, providing insights into new developments and practical applications for educators.Actionable Tips: Get real-world strategies and tools that you can immediately apply in your classroom or EdTech business to enhance learning outcomes.
Why Listen? In each episode of AmpED to 11, you’ll:
Learn how AI is revolutionizing education and how you can stay ahead.Gain practical insights from leaders in education and technology.Discover AI-powered tools and strategies to implement in your classroom or EdTech business.
Meet the Hosts: Brett Roer is an EdTech visionary who excels at uncovering powerful stories in education and building connections with innovators. He’s committed to bridging the gap between technology and educators to enhance learning.
Rebecca Bultsma is an educator and tech strategist with a talent for breaking down complex ideas into actionable insights. She helps educators integrate the latest technology and AI into their teaching, improving engagement and outcomes.
Who Should Listen? AmpED to 11 is perfect for:
Educators and administrators looking to integrate AI into their teaching.EdTech professionals seeking the latest industry trends and tools.Tech enthusiasts interested in the role of AI in the future of education.
Join Brett and Rebecca as they turn the dial on education and AI, bringing you inspiring conversations and actionable advice to drive innovation in the classroom. Stay informed, stay inspired, and stay ahead of the curve with AmpED to 11.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of topics centered around AI in education, technology trends, and innovative teaching strategies. Episodes include discussions on tools like ChatGPT, interviews with educators like Dan Fitzpatrick, who discusses his book on AI strategies, and insights on market-defining developments such as DeepSeek’s impact on AI costs and accessibility.
Elevating AI in Education
Welcome to AmpED to 11, the podcast where AI, education, and technology collide to reshape the future of learning. Hosted by EdTech experts Brett Roer and Rebecca Bultsma, AmpED to 11 brings you the latest insights, trends, and strategies in AI-powered education.
We believe that education should never settle for “good enough.” Each episode is packed with cutting-edge news, expert interviews, and actionable insights that will keep you ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of EdTech. Whether you’re an educator, administrator, or EdTech professional, AmpED to 11 equips you with the tools to integrate AI into education and drive innovation.
What You Can Expect:
- AI in Education: Stay up-to-date with the latest AI tools and trends that are transforming classrooms and educational technology.
- Expert Interviews: Brett leads in-depth conversations with top educators, innovators, and policymakers to explore how AI is shaping the future of learning.
- Tech Updates: Rebecca delivers the latest news and updates in AI and education, providing insights into new developments and practical applications for educators.
- Actionable Tips: Get real-world strategies and tools that you can immediately apply in your classroom or EdTech business to enhance learning outcomes.
Why Listen? In each episode of AmpED to 11, you’ll:
- Learn how AI is revolutionizing education and how you can stay ahead.
- Gain practical insights from leaders in education and technology.
- Discover AI-powered tools and strategies to implement in your classroom or EdTech business.
Meet the Hosts: Brett Roer is an EdTech visionary who excels at uncovering powerful stories in education and building connections with innovators. He’s committed to bridging the gap between technology and educators to enhance learning.
Rebecca Bultsma is an educator and tech strategist with a talent for breaking down complex ideas into actionable insights. She helps educators integrate the latest technology and AI into their teaching, improving engagement and outcomes.
Who Should Listen? AmpED to 11 is perfect for:
- Educators and administrators looking to integrate AI into their teaching.
- EdTech professionals seeking the latest industry trends and tools.
- Tech enthusiasts interested in the role of AI in the future of education.
Join Brett and Rebecca as they turn the dial on education and AI, bringing you inspiring conversations and actionable advice to drive innovation in the classroom. Stay informed, stay inspired, and stay ahead of the curve with AmpED to 11.
What if the most powerful shift AI offers teachers isn’t complex tech—but a single clarifying question?
This week on AmpED to 11, we sit down with Merissa Sadler-Holder, a nationally recognized educator turned AI trailblazer working with schools across the U.S. to not just integrate AI tools, but to redesign what’s possible in classrooms. Founder of Teaching With Machines and a two-time ASU+GSV “Leading Woman in AI” honoree, Marissa knows firsthand how a simple tool—like rewriting a fiery parent email with AI—can unlock a radical mindset shift.
How do we go from time-starved, overworked educators to empowered architects of learning experiences? How do we use AI to shift from personalization to truly personal connections, where the classroom becomes a space teachers and students actually want to be?
From classroom wins to systemic blind spots, Marissa shares real-world stories of what works, what gets in the way, and what she wishes every school leader would ask before hitting “deploy” on any AI initiative.
What you’ll learn:
🧠 Bold mindset shift → Why AI won’t save teachers—unless we first redefine what they’re meant to save
🎨 Creativity 2.0 → How teachers are reclaiming the time to design projects they’ve only dreamed of
📤 Emails to empowerment → The mundane task that triggered Marissa’s transformative “second lightbulb” moment
🛠️ Toolstack worth trusting → Why large language models are ground zero, and how tools like Google NotebookLM and Gamma step up
🌍 From differentiation to dignity → Why real personalization isn’t just logistical—it’s deeply human
🧭 The future students deserve → Marissa’s 11:11 wish to tear down the grade factory and return to the joy of learning
Hosted by Brett Roer (solo this round—after the internet betrayed Rebecca Bultsma), this conversation doesn’t shy away from nuance, pushes past the shiny tool hype, and centers the one thing AI can’t replicate: our authenticity.
🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and share if you’re ready to turn up the volume on what’s possible in education.
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