AI isn’t coming to classrooms: it's already there. This week on LinkedUp, we sit down with Jeff Riley (Co-Founder, Day of AI) for an accessible conversation about what artificial intelligence really is and what it's not—especially for young learners.

Tune in as Jeff walks us through the basics: how AI works at a high level, where students already encounter it in their daily lives, and why understanding AI is quickly becoming a new form of literacy. Together, we'll explore why AI literacy for youth should start with curiosity, critical thinking, and ethical awareness.

Whether you’re just starting to think about AI in education or searching for the right language to guide thoughtful conversations with young people, this episode offers a clear, empowering place to begin, focused on trust, purpose, and helping students make sense of the world they're already living in.

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Jeffrey C. Riley is a co-founder of Day of AI and the former Massachusetts Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education. Before that position, he was appointed Superintendent/Receiver of the Lawrence Public Schools, where, for over 6 years, he led a team that brought significant improvements by shifting resources and autonomy to the school level, expanding the school day, increasing enrichment opportunities, and ensuring all schools had great leaders and teachers.

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Shaping AI Literacy for Youth