In this episode of AmpED to 11, hosts Brett Roer and Rebecca Bultsma sit down with Dr. Michael Connor, CEO & Founder of Agile Evolutionary Group, to explore how AI is transforming education, leadership, and strategic change.

Dr. Connor isn’t just following AI trends—he’s engineering the future. His Agile Diagnostic and AI Platform is redefining how school leaders approach data-driven decision-making, inclusion, and student empowerment. He breaks down the 22nd Century Education Model, explains how AI can close achievement gaps, and shares what superintendents and education leaders need to do now to stay ahead.

Michael also takes us inside his biggest AI 'aha' moments, from recommender systems to how AI helped an entire district redefine literacy benchmarks. Plus, he shares his AI wish list—what’s missing, what’s next, and how we can push AI further in education.

Rebecca’s AI Tip of the Week

AI isn’t just about hype—it’s about how you use it. This week, Rebecca shares why AI needs to be treated like a strategic partner rather than a gimmick. She breaks down:

✅ How to use AI as a project manager to streamline workflows

✅ Why clarity in AI prompts matters—and how to get better results

✅ How AI research tools like Google Deep Research can revolutionize the way we work

🎧 Tune in for a bold, no-nonsense conversation on how AI can truly revolutionize learning—if we use it the right way.