Episode #10
Cognitive Offloading, Future-Ready Literacy, and the Return of the Rainforest Cafe
Episode Description In this episode of The Lecture is Dead podcast, hosts Joe Wolff and Ryan Kochevar explore the evolution of classroom learning and the introduction of large language models (LLM). Joined by ISTE's featured voice and public school educator of 16 years, Stevie Frank, they discuss the necessity of exercising discernment with AI in learning, effective ways to prepare learners for an AI world, and the importance of nurturing literacy skills in modern classrooms. In This Episode What it means to be an ISTE 2026 featured voices How classrooms have evolved since Stevie began teaching Intentional ways to integrate technology into curriculum Ways to enhance learning with AI and using critical thought around it Guest Stevie Frank — Public School Educator, Digital Learning Coach, Technology Integration Specialist, and an ISTE 2026 Featured Voice Supporter of three different schools, co-teacher, co-planner, technology leadership group facilitator, and K-8 public school educator, Stevie Frank discusses how classrooms have changed since the beginning of her career and effective ways to activate learning and support future readiness in today's learners. Resources & Links Stevie Frank Portfolio ISTE 2026 Featured Voice Recap About the Podcast Two former educators. One big question: If the lecture is dead, what comes next? A bi-weekly podcast on reimagining teaching as active, creative, and human. Credits Hosted by Joe Wolff and Ryan Kochevar Produced by WeVideo Edited by ThrottleUp Media Subscribe & Follow Follow The Lecture Is Dead on your favorite podcast platform Learn more at https://lectureisdead.com/
