How ASU Is Building an AI-Ready Future with Dr. Lev Gonick

Jion Robert Martellacci as he speaks with Al Kinsley, prominent expert in EdTech and the CEO of Net Support. The conversation explores the nuanced role of AI and digital tools in schools, addressing concerns over screen time and the importance of pedagogical alignment. Kingsley discusses his book, The Awkward Questions in Education, which critiques traditional schooling and examines the potential for hybrid learning models. He reflects on his company's long history of supporting millions of students and emphasizes the need for secure, data-conscious infrastructure. Finally, Kingsley shares personal insights on his health journey and his commitment to mentoring new voices within the global education community.

Education is at an inflection point. The decisions we make today about digital leadership, AI, cybersecurity, and system design will shape the future of every classroom tomorrow. I’m Robert Martellacci, Founder & CEO of MindShare Learning Media & Consulting Learning and host of #MindShareTV, where we spotlight the leaders and ideas transforming education across North America and beyond. Today, we’re diving into one of the most influential gatherings in K–12 digital leadership #CoSN2026: Building What’s Next, Together, April 13-15, Chicago. Joining me is Keith Krueger, CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Keith leads a global community of K–12 technology leaders advancing innovative, secure, and equitable digital learning environments. A nationally recognized advocate for education technology policy and leadership, he has spent decades championing the strategic role of CIOs and CTOs in transforming school systems for the digital age. Keith, welcome, it’s great to have you with us.

Welcome to #MindShareTV CanAm Edition. As we begin 2026, the EdTech sector is navigating one of its most consequential resets in over a decade. AI has moved from experimentation to infrastructure. Capital is more disciplined. Institutions are under pressure to prove outcomes not innovation theater. Today we’re joined by Josh Chernikoff to break down what’s real, what’s recalibrating, and what leaders should actually be paying attention to this year.

Welcome back to #MindShareTV — where we explore the ideas shaping the future of education and human potential. Today I’m honoured to be joined by Dr. Gina Cherkowski, Conference Chair of the #MentalHealthSummit and Executive Director of the Werklund Institute for Social and Emotional Intelligence Canada. Dr. Cherkowski is a leading voice in advancing evidence-informed mental health and well-being in schools and organizations. Her work bridges research and practice to help educators create thriving, resilient learning environments. She is also a member of the C21 Canada Board of Advisors. To learn more about the mental health summit, go to, https://lnkd.in/gN3N_idJ

Welcome to #MindShareTV—where we spotlight the innovators and changemakers shaping the future of learning and human potential. Today’s guest is both a colleague and a fellow York University alum—Dr. Lev Gonick, Enterprise CIO at Arizona State University. Lev has long been a leading voice in digital transformation, challenging institutions to think beyond tools and focus instead on purpose, practice, and design. ASU’s rise as America’s #1 Innovation University reflects that mindset. Today, we’ll explore ASU’s journey from early EdTech thinking to what Lev now calls TechEd, the growing urgency of the #AIrevolution, and what the road to 2026 demands of higher education, K–12, and the global #EdTech ecosystem.

Welcome to #MindShareTV—where we spotlight the innovators, connectors, and storytellers shaping the future of learning. Today’s conversation takes a Canada–U.S. lens on EdTech as we look ahead to 2026—what’s changing, what’s converging, and what education leaders need to pay attention to now. I’m thrilled to be joined by Lisa Schmucki, founder of edWeb.net, and a fellow education media publisher who has had a front-row seat to the evolution of #EdTech for more than a decade.

Welcome to #MindShareTV where we spotlight the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the future of learning. Today, we’re excited to highlight a powerful opportunity for education #entrepreneurs around the world. The @Milken-Penn GSE Education Entrepreneurship Program Business Plan Competition is now accepting applications through February 11, 2026. Since 2010, this competition has awarded more than $2 million in cash and prizes, while building one of the most vibrant ecosystems for education innovation globally. Joining me today legendary EdTech colleague, Rita Ferrandino, a strategic advisor and internationally recognized leader in education innovation. Michael Golden John Gamba Kevin Custer MindShare Learning Media & Consulting #edtech

Hello everyone, and welcome to the C21 Canada Podcast Series, produced in partnership with Dell Technologies. I’m Robert Martellacci, CEO of C21 Canada, and this series is designed to spotlight real stories, real leadership, and real impact as innovation reshapes teaching and learning across Canada. Today’s episode is a special one-year check-in on our AI Use Case Project, an initiative launched last year to document how artificial intelligence can meaningfully improve learning across K–12 education. From the beginning, this work has been about practice over hype. It’s been about educators, students, and system leaders exploring AI responsibly, ethically, and with learning at the centre. One year later, we’re asking: What’s changed? What’s stuck? What’s scaled? And what leadership lessons are emerging as AI becomes part of everyday educational practice? I’m delighted to be joined by Geoff Edwards, Superintendent, Learning Technologies, the Ottawa Catholic School Board—one of the systems that helped bring this work to life in real classrooms. Geoff, welcome, and thank you for being part of this important national conversation. Karen Yamada Katina Papulkas

Hello everyone, and welcome to #MindShareTV. I’m Robert Martellacci your host from MindShare Learning Media, and this year is especially meaningful for us as we celebrate 25 years of connecting education leaders and innovators from around the world 🎉 We’re coming to you with a special preview podcast as we prepare to attend BETT UK, one of the world’s most influential global education technology gatherings. I’m delighted to be joined by Ryan Donaghy, Deputy Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development from New Brunswick, Canada—who is participating in a powerful Ministerial Panel focused on what true digital transformation in education really looks like. Ryan, welcome to MindShareTV—it’s great to connect with you ahead of BETT MindShare Learning Media & Consulting C21 Canada