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New post up today on my blog and Substack: The Skill Shift. Discover why the shift from custom GPTs to portable, stackable Skills is reshaping how educators design learning, and what it means for classrooms everywhere. #EduSky beckykeene.substack.com/p/the-skill-...

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 21h

I use @padlet for my Play AI Challenges and got connected with the team at #ISTE2026, so it was an honor to get invited to join the Padlet Guild. Today I got a fun surprise in the mail! Thanks Zareen Poonen Levien, M.Ed. for taking care of our community.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 02/10/2026

Looking forward to sharing a new session at TechFest 2026 in just two weeks! I'm leading a breakout session called Beyond the Screen: Helping Parents Move from Fear to Framework. Join us if you're in the area! #EduSky microk12.com/techfest/north

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 29/09/2026

Yesterday I posted my usual daily TikTalkWalk, but something unusual happened: in less than 24 hours, it's been viewed over 111,000 times. In it, I talk about Columbia University's decision to prohibit "electronic devices" in sections of its social sciences classes this fall. People have opinions.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 17/09/2026

Thanks for another awesome review! If you've read #AIOptimism, help others find this book by leaving a review on Amazon (or wherever you purchased it). Right now it's $0 on Kindle Unlimited too! #EduSky bit.ly/AIOptimismAm...

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 17/09/2026

Just no. I do not like this direction.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 15/09/2026

Y'all - I'M A REFERENCE. It was an absolute honor to have #AIOptimism named as a reference for the Gen AI Guidance for K-12 schools and school systems in Arizona, developed by the team working with Arizona Institute for Education and the Economy and Northern Arizona University. #EduSky

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 14/09/2026

New blog post this week! I explore how signal blockers, from toys to AI, impact children's learning, comfort, and personal growth in a rapidly changing digital age. #AIEdu beckykeene.substack.com/p/signal-blo...

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 27/08/2026

People get all wrapped up in which AI model to use, and I admit that I have my clear favorites. But I use different tools for different things! Today I used Copilot Researcher to help make a purchasing decision, and Copilot used both OpenAI and Anthropic models to do its job.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 27/08/2026

I just found out there is a "Merge PDF files" button native to OneDrive and SharePoint Online, and I could not be happier about that! Just open your first PDF, choose Merge, then select the others. Your new PDF will be saved to the same destination automatically. Yay!

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 26/08/2026

In just over a year, the message of #AIOptimism was spread across the country to thousands of educators! This is a list of speaking engagements where I've shared how to use AI in positively impactful ways. I am honored and excited to think what is next! #EduSky

ISTE Conference
Santa Margarita High School
Serious Play Conference
Allentown Central High School
University of Texas at Austin
Trinity Valley Community College
Arizona K12 Center
NYSCATE Conference
TETA Conference
FETC Conference
NCCE Conference
Microsoft Fort Lauderdale
Microsoft Atlanta
AIDE Symposium
Seattle Preparatory Academy
Rich Township Schools
New York Model Schools
Eugene 4J School District
Atlanta Public Schools
South Dakota State University
Marysville City Schools
Kent School District

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 24/08/2026

Where is the line? What Marcel Duchamp, a TEDx event, and a stock photo company have taught me about AI and creativity in education. Read more on my blog or Substack: beckykeene.substack.com/p/where-is-t... #EduSky

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 20/08/2026

I often use live captions when presenting in PowerPoint, but what about when I’m presenting from other tools like Canva? Windows + Ctrl + H or look for captions in your search bar to launch. Runs on top of any application! You just never know who needs that visual support in your audience. #a11y

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 10/08/2026

It was a privilege to share my voice and learn from so many others at this year’s Serious Play conference held at Duke University. I’m proud that Phygital Labs can help support events like this. #SeriousPlay26

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 08/08/2026

Twice every day, I walk this guy for about a mile. Almost every day, I record a one minute video in which I talk about something related to AI while I walk. I call it a TikTalkWalk. Follow here: 🔗 www.tiktok.com/@beckykeeneedu

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 02/08/2026

This week I’ll be attending and presenting at the Serious Play Conference, and I’m really looking forward to this panel and interactive audience conversation around the intersection of AI with coding and game development. @phygitallabs.com

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 28/07/2026

My head is still processing all of the poignant moments from last night's TEDx Seattle event focused on creativity and intent in a world of AI. From data deserts to defining craft, the conversations were positive, productive, and hopeful.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 24/07/2026

What a lovely day with Maryville City Schools! Almost 250 educators voluntarily arrived during the last days of their summer to hear the message of AI Optimism this morning. #AIOptimism #GBL #EduSky

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 22/07/2026

I always think it’s funny when I am on the plane to a destination and get my check in notification for the trip home. I’ll be on the ground less than 24 hours in Knoxville but excited to share AI Optimism with Maryville County Schools tomorrow! Thanks to ChatGPT for the cute little cartoon.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 18/07/2026

I'm happy to share that many of my courses already available on LinkedIn Learning have CEUs available through various professional organizations! Check out the courses, then scroll down to "Professional Certifications and CEUs" to see what you can earn. View my courses here: bit.ly/BeckyLinkedI...

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 14/07/2026

This step in Claude's thinking skills is honestly pretty great. #FactCheck

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 14/07/2026

I saw a billboard and have been thinking about it ever since. What is "Authentic Intelligence?" I have opinions. Read more on my blog or Substack: open.substack.com/pub/beckykee...

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 08/07/2026

When someone spots your book in the school library and send you the photo! Thank you @Sherborne_Girls school in the UK for being a part of the #AIOptimism community and to Gema for sending the photo. 📷

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 28/06/2026

I'm in Orlando and ready to goooo! #ISTE2026 presentation schedule is here in one place. Come say hello to me and my awesome partners in #PhygitalLearning: #MicrosoftEdu #BriskTeaching #SchoolAI!

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 26/06/2026

Final stop on my countdown to #ISTE2026 is here: I've been sharing each of my collaborations and the last one is not the least - it's @getschoolai! I am honored to be sharing how to multiply your impact as an educator with SchoolAI. Find me on Tues June 30 at 1:00. Can't wait! #AIOptimism

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 24/06/2026

Third stop in the countdown to #ISTE2026. This week, I'm sharing each of my four collaborations. This one is Brisk Teaching! I can't wait to share my #AIOptimism toolkit in the Brisk Booth 2306 on Mon June 29 at 2:30. Come see what Brisk has to offer!

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 22/06/2026

Let the countdown to #ISTE2026 continue! This week, I'm sharing each of my four collaborations. Second: obviously my company, @PhygitalLabs.com! Excited to be sharing about the intersection of games and AI in one of my most popular, interactive conference sessions! See you Mon June 29 at 4:00.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 20/06/2026

Let the countdown to #ISTE2026 begin! This week, I'm sharing each of my four collaborations. First up: Microsoft Education. I'm thrilled to be sharing about the benefits of the new Study & Learn app, Study Guide, and Copilot Notebooks alongside Anoo Padte! Join us Monday and Tuesday at 9:30.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 18/06/2026

This week I had the honor of leading STEM educators from around the country through #AIOptimism as they returned to their alma mater at South Dakota State University for the annual REMAST program conference. #EduSky

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 16/06/2026

Today is the one-year anniversary of the release of #AIOptimism, so I thought I would ask AI to make me a recap graphic to recognize the reach in just the past year. I am consistently amazed by the positive impact that AI Optimism continues to have around the world. Thank you for your support! 🧡

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 14/06/2026

Honestly I would attend this version of #Edtechkaraoke without hesitation at #ISTE2026.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 12/06/2026

I'm thrilled to be heading to South Dakota State University on Monday to present #AIOptimism as the conference keynote! Attended by K12 STEM educators from around the state and faculty from SDSU, this annual event is meant to inspire and engage. Honored that I was invited to speak! #AIEdu #EduSky

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 09/06/2026

In an unusual chain of events, my first meal of the day is occurring at 5:10 PM from 30k feet. Thank you @alaskaair!

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 09/06/2026

What an amazing day with Atlanta Public Schools! It was an honor to set the tone for the day as keynote at the first ever APS AI Summit. Thank you Natasha and Krynica for trusting me with the message, and to #MicrosoftEdu for helping make their event a reality. #EduSky

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 27/05/2026

It was my pleasure to present to the educators of the National Business Educators Association last week! I tailored parts of #AIOptimism specifically for business education and got amazing feedback from the participants. It's always a good day to share AI Optimism. #NBEA #AIEdu

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 26/05/2026

One more year before my renewal - and I just found out that my old ISTE Certified Educator credential has been converted to the new ISTE+ASCD Edtech Leader certification! #ISTECert

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 23/05/2026

What if letting students create first (especially with AI) isn't a problem to fix, but a more honest reflection of how thinking actually works? New post on my Substack! I'm exploring fluid learning, motivation, and why it's time to unlock the pyramid. open.substack.com/pub/beckykee... #AI #EduSky

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 01/05/2026

This morning during the AIDE Symposium fireside chat, Ruben Puentadura dropped an awesome quote. When talking about using AI to redesign lessons for students, he noted, "Sure, you could create something brand new that doesn't include any student agency. But the question is - why?" #EduSky

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 28/04/2026

Just used this new button in #Canva for the first time and it just feels so good. I have no idea why this took so long. Hooray!

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 26/04/2026

When I wrote #AIOptimism, I knew it was important not to focus on current tools or technologies since they change so quickly. While I reference suggested options for education, the focus is on strategies - and there are many tools that work.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 25/04/2026

Several months before #AIOptimism was published, I started road testing the framework with educators across the country. My book isn’t full of idealistic theory - it’s filled with actual possibilities!

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 18/04/2026

All my thoughts for educators on the big news from Canva Create just went live! Read on my Substack: open.substack.com/pub/beckykee...

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 16/04/2026

Excited to be at #CanvaCreate today in Los Angeles! Phygital Labs is a Canva Education Partner AND a Canva Agency Partner, supporting education PreK-HED. Follow my stories for updates… or see you there! #Canva #CanvaEdu #PhygitalLearning

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 09/04/2026

I am honored to be bringing the message of #AIOptimism to South Dakota, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, and Tennessee this summer. I still have room to add YOU to my list. Let's spread the movement and see what we can do to transform teaching and learning together.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 06/04/2026

I'm looking forward to attending Canva Create in just two weeks, but meanwhile - what is this awesomeness that landed in my education account?! First Magic Layers (WHAT) then World Class? Go find either of these and let me know how you're using them! #Canva #AI #Education

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 01/04/2026

🕹️I just completed Life Level 4.5, and it was full of rewarding and challenging elements. I published a second book, finished four triathlons, and launched a new company. 🎂 Thank you for all the birthday wishes! My upgrade to level 4.6 is off to a great start. Keeping an eye out for side quests!

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 28/03/2026

With the incredibly long, growing list of AI tools created for education, I often get asked for recommendations. Thousands of educators around the world who are testing and using these tools every day. I think a site like this has value but it's only going to be as good as the information we put in!

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 23/03/2026

I had a great day at Seattle Preparatory School last week! I was invited to speak on #AIOptimism, joining a panel in the morning and leading a session after lunch for the entire staff. It’s been ten years since I visited campus, and it was wonderful to see some familiar faces.

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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 21/03/2026

What a great day working with Rich Township Schools in Illinois! Over 100 educators got access to AI workshops from Phygital Labs: hands-on experiences with a focus on positive impact for teaching and learning. Learn more about our approach and these workshops at Phygitallabs.com/ai. #EduSky

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