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Co-hosts Jerri Kemble and Jamie Saponaro connect you with the movers, shakers, and changemakers transforming schools worldwide. Powered by ClassLink, LinkedUp brings you in-depth, insightful conversations on the evolving landscape of learning—from practical edtech strategies and AI integration to disruptive leadership and global innovation.
Whether you're a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or district leader, join us as we break boundaries, share visionary ideas, and link up the people shaping the future of education. Let’s get LinkedUp!
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At a time when school districts are facing rapid change, rising complexity, and the growing influence of AI, traditional strategic plans aren’t cutting it anymore. In this episode, we explore a bold alternative: the Strategic Change Agenda.
AI isn’t coming to classrooms: it's already there. This week on LinkedUp, we sit down with Jeff Riley (Co-Founder, Day of AI) for an accessible conversation about what artificial intelligence really is and what it's not—especially for young learners.
What does the future of learning look like? In this episode, we go behind the scenes with Jenn Womble, the visionary driving the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), to get an exclusive look at what’s coming to Orlando in January 2026.
AI is evolving fast, but the next leap isn’t about smarter chatbots. It’s about systems that support learners in new ways. In this episode, Jerri and Jamie sit down with Darren Coxon: a trailblazer in agentic AI and one of today's most insightful voices on how AI can enhance learning.
What happens when classical learning meets cutting-edge technology? In this episode, we sit down with Kim Abel, the visionary behind Optima Academy, to find out. She shares how VR, AI, and intentional design create unforgettable student experiences, the leadership lessons learned along the way, and the stories that fuel her passion.
