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TransformED with STEP Up
Welcome to TransformED, the podcast designed for instructional leaders and educators ready to drive real change in their schools. If you're looking for innovative ways to transform education, you're in the right place. Each episode delves into key issues affecting education, identifying flaws in traditional systems and exploring effective strategies for leaders. From tackling complex challenges to discovering groundbreaking approaches, we provide the tools needed for meaningful school transformation.
TransformED with STEP Up
What the Tech?! Exploring the Future of Learning with Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth
In this episode of TransformED with StepUp, hosts Valorie Montgomery and Sue Herrera welcome Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth—a nationally recognized educator, author, and edtech consultant—who helps teachers navigate the evolving landscape of education. Dr. Poth, who teaches Spanish and STEAM in Pennsylvania, shares her insights on emerging technologies such as AI, VR, and cybersecurity, making them approachable and practical for classrooms.
Throughout the discussion, Dr. Poth reflects on her journey in education and how her perspective on AI has evolved over more than seven years of hands-on experience. She offers guidance for teachers feeling overwhelmed by new tools, highlighting simple entry points and real-world examples of AI integration that enhance learning. Emphasizing the importance of student agency, social-emotional learning (SEL), and real-world readiness, she explains how technology can support—not replace—human-centered teaching.
The conversation also touches on the ethical and legal implications of AI in education, encouraging educators to stay informed and intentional. Dr. Poth concludes by sharing her outlook on the future, predicting that AI and other emerging tools will shape classrooms over the next few years by fostering creativity, curiosity, and connection.
Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth’s Website
