Insights from Jody Britten in Education, AI, Digital Learning and Empowering Students

Jody Britten on Medium (The AI and Education Studio / Other)

Short summary:
On Medium, particularly through The AI and Education Studio, Jody offers weekly global briefings on developments in AI and education—curating policy updates, research highlights, and innovations in accessible language.

Highlights:

Jody Britten at Metiri Group

Short summary:
As a Senior Associate and Vice President at Metiri Group, Jody applied her background as a teacher and researcher to develop frameworks promoting digital learning, 21st‑century skills, and systemic change—grounding strategy in both research and real-world practice.

Highlights:

  • Oversaw curriculum design, assessment strategy, and systemic learning change projects across K–20 settings.Jody Britten – SBIR
  • Co‑authored the Future Ready Schools framework and assessment system, now adopted by over 3,000 U.S. school districts. metiri.com
  • Contributed research foundations and classroom strategies for ISTE standards—linking learning science to digital pedagogy. ISTE Professional Learning by Jody Britten

“Are Your Students Entrepreneur Ready?”

Short summary:
Jody argues that schools should go beyond one-off entrepreneurship projects and intentionally teach foundational meta‑skills—such as self-direction and persistence—from early grades to prepare learners for future innovation.

Highlights:

  • Critiques traditional entrepreneurship education as too episodic and surface‑level. jodybritten.medium.com
  • Highlights research‑backed meta‑skills that can be developed early: self-direction, persistence, evidence-based reasoning, tolerance for ambiguity, and calculated risk-taking. jodybritten.medium.com
  • Calls for systems to integrate these skills intentionally across curriculum—not just as add-ons.

Can AI Help With Special Ed?

Short summary: This article explores the promise and risks of using AI in special education, highlighting personalization and data gaps. Jody Britten discusses broader definitions of AI in inclusive learning.

  • AI used for IEP paperwork automation
  • Bias concerns due to limited training data
  • Jody highlights non-screen AI tools like plush toys with generative language
  • Parents encouraged to explore AI tools alongside educators
  • Read the article

Getting at the Heart of the Empowered Learner

Short summary: Jody defines what it means for students to be empowered learners and how digital tools can support voice, choice, and agency.

  • Empowered learners co-create their learning environments
  • Backed by ISTE and Metiri Group research and rubrics
  • Supports digital learning pathways and personalized instruction
  • Read the article

4 Myths and 4 Truths About Empowered Learners

Short summary: The article corrects common misconceptions about student empowerment and outlines practical truths.

  • Empowerment aligns with standards and real-world learning
  • Student agency ≠ chaos—facilitation still matters
  • Empowerment must be intentional and supported
  • Read the article