Keynotes and workshops
Education keynote speaker on AI, learning and what comes next
Jody Britten, Ph.D. is a researcher and strategist who speaks to the people making real decisions about AI in education. Her keynotes pair original research with practical direction, so audiences leave knowing what to do on Monday.
Signature keynotes
Three keynotes, each built on current research
AI, Learning, and What Comes Next
What the evidence says about AI in learning today, where it is heading, and the decisions leaders cannot put off.
The Future of Learning: Generation Alpha, Generation Beta, and the Institutions They Need
Who today’s learners are, what they will expect, and how schools, universities and organizations need to change to serve them.
AI Readiness, Governance, and Evidence-Informed Implementation
Why AI readiness is an organizational design problem, and how to move from interest to policy to practice.
Formats
More than a keynote
Most organizers pair a keynote with working time, so the ideas turn into decisions while people are still in the room.
Workshops and working sessions- Keynote, onsite or virtual
- Keynote plus workshop
- 60 to 90 minute sessions
- Half day and full day sessions
- Leadership retreats and facilitated organizational work
- AI use case design labs
- Policy-to-practice and community roundtables
- Dream Box futures facilitation
Why organizers book Jody
Research first, then the room
Evidence-informed
Jody leads the largest K-12 AI policy study in the United States and co-founded The AI and Education Studio. Every talk draws on current data, not recycled slides.
Systems-oriented
She has worked with classrooms, districts, states, ministries, foundations and global nonprofits, and speaks to how change moves through all of them.
Honest about change
Change is hard. Jody does not pretend otherwise. Audiences get a clear view of the trade-offs and a place to start.
Recent stages
Where Jody has spoken
The Kennedy Center
2026
Council for Exceptional Children
Keynote, 2026
UNESCO Digital Learning Week
Speaker
ISTE
Speaker
OpenAI
Speaker
SXSW EDU
Speaker
Upcoming: TED at CEC (November) and the Council for Exceptional Children convention (March).
What audiences say
From organizers and attendees
“Dr. Britten doesn’t just talk about the future of learning. She shows us how to get there. Her message on AI and inclusion left our entire team rethinking how we approach access and innovation.”
Director of Innovation, Global Nonprofit
“Try not to stay engaged when Dr. Britten is speaking, good luck. Her knowledge, passion, and commitment shine through in every talk she gives. I always walk away ready to take on new challenges.”
Endowed Chair, State University
“Every educator in the room felt seen and energized. Jody connects research and reality with clarity and compassion. It’s rare to walk away from a keynote ready to take action the next day.”
University Faculty Chair, Private University
“Dr. Britten’s session on AI literacy for teachers was the highlight of our conference. She translated complex ideas into meaningful steps that our educators can use right now.”
Superintendent, U.S. School District
“Jody’s ability to bridge the nonprofit, higher education, and K–12 sectors is exceptional. She brings systems thinking, global insight, and heart to every conversation.”
Executive Director, U.S. Based Foundation
“Incredible perspective on what equity means in a digital age. Jody doesn’t just inspire. She equips.”
CEO, International EdTech Forum
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