The CoSN Webinar Series: Perspectives on AI in K-12: Implications of New Global Research Webinar

Two Global Voices on the Future of AI in K–12 EducationTwo of the world’s most influential education policy leaders come together for a timely, unscripted conversation on what AI means for schools—now and next.Rebecca Winthrop (Brookings Institution) and Andreas Schleicher (OECD), lead authors of newly released, high-profile global reports on AI in K–12 education, go beyond the headlines to unpack what their research really means for district leaders.The Research Behind the ConversationThis dialogue draws from two major global reports:A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect(Brookings Institution)OECD Digital Education Outlook 2026: Exploring Effective Uses of Generative AI in Education(OECD)Key Questions They’ll ExploreWhere do their findings align?Where do they diverge?And most importantly: What should education leaders do next?What You’ll Gain From This ConversationParticipants will hear candid insights on:The biggest opportunities and risks AI presents for K-12 systemsWhat global data tells us about readiness, equity, and impactHow policy and practice must evolve in responsePractical guidance for superintendents, CTOs, and state leaders navigating AI adoptionWhy This Session MattersThis is a rare opportunity to hear two global thought leaders engage directly—with each other and with CoSN members—about the decisions shaping the future of learning in an AI-driven world.FacilitatorKeith KruegerCoSN CEOFeatured SpeakersRebecca WinthropSenior Fellow and Director, Center for Universal EducationThe Bookings Institution (DC)Andreas SchleicherDirector, Directorate for Education and SkillsOECD – OCDE (France)AssetsA New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect⁠(Brookings Institution)⁠OECD Digital Education Outlook 2026: Exploring Effective Uses of Generative AI in Education⁠(OECD)Perspectives on AI in K 12: Implications of New Global Research WebinarCoSN is vendor-neutral and does not endorse products or services. Any mention of a specific solution is for contextual purposes. For a complete listing of all CoSN's webinars, please visit:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cosn.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Produced in partnership with⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠edCircuit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠