As you may have already noticed, each month I compile a list of articles and books I have read about AI and education. My hope is that by sharing my reading list this will engage others in greater learning and conversation about this fast-changing topic. I also added an AI-generated summary from my list for …
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Jesus is For Everyone and the New Testament Feedings
Just after our Christmas break I had the privilege of sharing a chapel message for a local Lutheran elementary school. Since we had just entered the season of Epiphany, I focused on the story of the Magi and their visit to the Christ child. Since the Magi were Gentiles and seen outside the family of …
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Respectful Political Engagement Follow Up
I am very proud of my seniors! Yesterday we had a class discussion about the amendments to the U.S. Constitution. I provided a few initial prompts for them to consider, asking them to consider the amendment that has the greatest impact on their daily lives, providing specific examples, sharing the most misunderstood amendment, and why, …
Neither a Hero nor a Villian: Education in the AI Era
As Christians, we live as both sinners and saints through Christ's death and resurrection, and we embrace that tension. The Law still applies to our lives, but the Gospel frees us. As I age, I am aware that I need to live with the wisdom I have accumulated through the years, but still have the …
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AI and Education Reading — January 2026
Click here to view my latest reading list for AI and education. This list of articles includes, in some cases, quick commentary. In addition, this month I also submitted the list to AI for a summary of the key themes and ideas as well. As always, I would love to hear from you and see …
Lutheran Education and Little Things
I had a former student who I have not seen for probably 25+ years message me this weekend. She is now married and has a family of her own. Here is what she said. For the record, the "drink water upside down" to get rid of hiccups thing you taught us middle school aged so …
AI and Education Reading — November and December 2025
I have continued my efforts to stay on top of emerging news and strategies related to artificial intelligence (AI) and education at the end of 2025. My reading lists, along with a few comments, can be found on my "What I Am Reading" page. It seems there is a weariness setting in among professional educators …
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New Menu Link: What I Am Reading
Last month I led a session on artificial intelligence (AI) for administrators in our Rocky Mountain District. One request from that session was to share what I read about AI. I was also asked to share a few thoughts about what I read. To that end, I have created a new page and menu link …
Is This the Future of Browsing?
1993 was an important year in the history of the Internet. Before this year, the Internet was entirely text-based. I accessed the Internet through a dial-up modem through my phone line. There was already a lot of great content to discover. However, the process was not exciting. The interface was not graphical at all. Enter …
Who is Your School’s AI Leader?
Who is your school's AI leader? I work with administrators and schools to navigate the changing education environment due to artificial intelligence (AI). Through this process, it is clear that many administrators and teachers feel overwhelmed. Some are even fearful. These emotions are powerful and real. This situation prompts a specific suggestion for schools. To …
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