In this episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, host Andrew Easton reconnects with longtime friend (and podcast guest) Rachelle Dene Poth for a timely and insightful discussion about the legal implications of AI in education. Drawing from her experience as an educator, speaker, and attorney, Rachelle unpacks some of the critical and often overlooked considerations educators should keep in mind when integrating AI tools into schools and classrooms.

Listeners will learn:

• Why AI literacy goes far beyond knowing how to use tools
• How AI is being misused in cases of cyberbullying—and what educators should know
• What legal considerations (like FERPA and COPPA) apply to AI tools in schools
• The dangers of uploading PII to generative AI models
• How to foster a district culture of responsible AI use for both staff and students

Whether you're just starting to explore AI or you're leading its implementation in your district, this conversation offers valuable guidance on what to prioritize and how to stay compliant and ethical in the process.

Connect with Rachelle and explore her work:

• Website/Blog: www.rdene915.com
• Socials: @Rdene915 (Instagram, X, Threads, LinkedIn)
• Recent Books Released: How to Teach AI and What the Tech