How Students Really Use AI (with Karle Delo from Michigan Virtual)
In a recent episode of Make It Mindful: Insights for Global Learning, host Seth Fleischauer sits down with Karle Delo, AI Strategist at Michigan Virtual, to explore how students are actually using artificial intelligence—and what educators can learn by paying closer attention.
Drawing on her background as a former classroom teacher and instructional coach, Karle shares real-world insights from conversations with students and educators across Michigan. The discussion focuses less on hype and more on how AI shows up in everyday learning, the importance of student awareness, and why intentional use matters.
Throughout the episode, Seth and Karle reflect on questions many educators are grappling with right now: How do we help students use AI without shortcutting learning? What does meaningful AI literacy look like in practice? And how can schools center human relationships while navigating rapidly changing technology?
🎧 Listen to Make It Mindful Episode #72: How Students Really Use AI with @CoachKarle anywhere you get your podcasts.
Michigan Virtual
For more than 27 years, Michigan Virtual has partnered with K–12 school districts across Michigan to expand learning opportunities for students and educators alike. Through our high-quality online courses, taught by Michigan-certified, highly qualified teachers, we empower students to learn anytime, anywhere. We also provide affordable, impactful professional development to help educators grow in their craft. Most recently, Michigan Virtual has been at the forefront of innovation and artificial intelligence in education, offering consultation services and professional learning to guide schools in thoughtfully integrating new technologies and learning pathways.
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