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Cultures of innovation begin with a culture of empathy. As you navigate today’s changing world the question remains how do you create these cultures? How do you scale them? And how do you help people develop the mindset and skills to thrive within them?

These are the questions people ask Dr. Sabba Quidwai, researcher, educator and storyteller. Each week we’ll explore the answers with stories and strategies from researchers, education leaders and today’s young people as we explore how might we design schools.

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Sabba Quidwai Dr. Sabba Quidwai Stefan Bauschard

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Stefan Bauschard
Stefan Bauschard is an education innovator and thought leader focused on the intersection of technology and learning. He has extensive experience in higher education and is known for his insights on how institutions can adapt to the rapidly changing landscape brought about by advancements in artificial intelligence. Stefan advocates for a shift in educational paradigms, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and hands-on learning in preparing students for future challenges.
Stefan
Stefan is an expert in AI technologies and their applications in education. He collaborates with educators and researchers to explore the implications of AI on learning and leadership in the modern world.
Ryan Findley
Ryan Findley is the Chief Learning Officer at Learn to Win, where he focuses on enhancing learning experiences through innovative approaches. With a background in education and technology, Ryan has been instrumental in integrating AI into learning frameworks, emphasizing the importance of design thinking in adapting to an AI-driven world. His work aims to bridge the gap between technology and human skills, ensuring that learners are equipped to thrive in a rapidly changing environment.

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artificial intelligence executive orders education K12 AI integration leadership literacy learning design Nevada STELLAR AI Guidance AI in education higher education OpenAI curricula mentorship Google AI tools student AI use AI collaboration creativity Gen Z personalized intelligence AI technologies ChatGPT Claude educational landscape agentic platforms transparency in AI reasoning Class of AGI digital workers Turing Test identity agency digital discernment AI literacy fastest-growing skill learning tools design thinking human skills Sequoia conference AI conversations

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"Welcome to Sabba Quidwai, where education meets technology! Explore innovative ways to integrate iPads, AI, and digital tools into modern learning. Join us for tips, tutorials, and insights on using cutting-edge tech to enhance education and empower both teachers and students."

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Episodes

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0:00 45:20

Future Focus | AI is Here: Why Executive Orders, Education, and Urgency Must Align Now | Week of April 28, 2025

Hosts
Sabba Quidwai
Guests
Stefan Bauschard
Keywords
artificial intelligence executive orders education K12 AI integration leadership literacy learning design Nevada STELLAR AI Guidance

In this week’s episode, Sabba Quidwai and Stefan Bauschard dive deep into the implications of the latest U.S. executive orders on artificial intelligence, particularly in education. They explore how policy is setting a new tone for AI integration from K–12 to workforce development and highlight actionable guidance from states like Nevada. The conversation emphasizes the urgent need for leadership, literacy, and learning design to keep pace with the AI revolution.


Timestamps

[00:02:00] Executive Orders on AI

  • Sabba and Stefan explore the language and implications of newly issued executive orders focused on AI innovation, particularly their impact on education systems from K–12 through university accreditation.

[00:06:00] Breaking Down K–12 AI Integration

  • Stefan discusses the specifics of how executive orders support AI literacy, including funding strategies, competitions, apprenticeships, and cross-subject integration of AI.

[00:18:00] Urgency in Innovation: Lessons from the Book "Click"

  • Sabba shares an excerpt from the book Click by Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky, stressing the importance of focus, momentum, and mindset in organizational change.

[00:25:00] Nevada’s Stellar AI Guidance

  • A spotlight on Nevada’s forward-thinking AI education framework, “STELLAR,” emphasizing transparency, empowerment, and critical thinking as core components

[00:33:00] Enterprise Trends and AI ROI Reports

  • The hosts break down the latest insights from Microsoft's Work Trend Index and Google’s GenAI ROI report, illustrating how AI is transforming workflows, leadership roles, and job readiness across industries.


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0:00 41:03

Future Focus | The Truth About AI in Education: Adapt, Transform, or Get Left Behind | Week of April 21, 2025

Hosts
Dr. Sabba Quidwai
Guests
Stefan Bauschard
Keywords
AI in education higher education OpenAI curricula mentorship Google AI tools student AI use

In this week's episode, Dr. Sabba Quidwai and Stefan Bauschard discuss the significant shifts AI is causing across education, particularly higher education. With the release of OpenAI’s latest models, they explore provocative scenarios, including whether universities can survive without radically reimagining their structures, curricula, and roles. Through candid conversations and real-world examples, they challenge the traditional pace of change and advocate for preparing learners, and educators, for an unpredictable, AI-driven world.


Timestamps

[00:00:00] The $68 Billion Question: California's Higher Ed Crisis

  • Sabba opens with a compelling budget scenario that sparks a major rethink of the cost and delivery of general education courses.

[00:02:00] Can Universities Survive AI? Stefan's Perspective

  • Discussion on how universities must adapt—or risk obsolescence—by focusing less on content delivery and more on mentorship and hands-on learning.

[00:05:00] Why O3 is a Game Changer: Understanding OpenAI's Newest Model

  • Sabba explains the groundbreaking capabilities of the new O3 model, including agentic reasoning and dynamic tool use, and why it's leaving experts stunned.

[00:13:00] The Problem with "Traffic Light" AI Policies in K–12

  • Sabba critiques the oversimplified red-yellow-green frameworks for student AI use, urging for deeper decision-making frameworks instead.

[00:29:00] Google AI Tools for Education: A Wake-up Call

  • A powerful segment where Sabba highlights the new, free AI tools in Google Workspace for Education and discusses why educators urgently need to shift their mindsets and skillsets.


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Webinar: Free Designing Schools webinar covering how to leverage new AI tools from Google and Canva. Click here to sign up and be notified of the details.

0:00 55:48

Future Focus | Why AI Is No Longer Optional: Redesigning Learning, Leadership, and Life in a Digital Age | Week of April 14, 2025

Hosts
Dr. Sabba Quidwai Stefan Bauschard
Keywords
AI leadership education collaboration creativity Gen Z personalized intelligence

In this episode hosts Dr. Sabba Quidwai and Stefan Bauschard explore the cultural and strategic implications of the Shopify CEO’s provocative memo: “Before you ask for headcount, tell me why AI can't do it.” They unpack major updates from Google and OpenAI, offering a compelling case for why AI is redefining collaboration, creativity, and leadership. This isn’t just about new tools, it’s a call to reimagine how we learn, lead, and live in a world where AI is now a baseline expectation.


Timestamps

[00:00:00] The Shopify Challenge: A Culture Memo, Not a Tech Memo

  • Sabba introduces the CEO’s powerful statement and frames it as a leadership challenge rather than a technological one.

[00:05:00] Google's Vision for Collaborative AI Workflows

  • A deep dive into Google's new Workspace Flows, writing coaches, and AI-powered video/audio tools that reshape how schools and teams operate.

[00:16:00] From Tools to Teammates: Shifting Mindsets in Education

  • Stefan and Sabba discuss the transformational potential of AI when viewed as a teammate and explore implications for student learning and entrepreneurship.

[00:26:00] Gen Z’s AI Literacy Gap and the Urgency for Action

  • A new Gallup and Walton Family Foundation report highlights the mismatch between Gen Z’s usage and understanding of AI—and what schools must do now.

[00:35:00] OpenAI’s Memory Update: The Future of Personalized Intelligence

  • What it means to have AI remember your interactions—and why this seemingly small update is a massive step toward hyper-personalized experiences.


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0:00 47:58

Future Focus | The Class of AGI: How AI is Reshaping Education, Work, and Global Leadership | Week of April 7, 2025

Hosts
Sabba Quidwai
Guests
Stefan
Keywords
AI technologies ChatGPT Claude educational landscape agentic platforms transparency in AI reasoning Class of AGI higher education digital workers Turing Test identity agency digital discernment

In this episode, Sabba and Stefan dive into the rapid acceleration of AI technologies, spotlighting how tools like ChatGPT and Claude are transforming the educational landscape. They explore groundbreaking developments like agentic platforms, transparency in AI reasoning, and what it means for today’s students to be the “Class of AGI.” This is a forward-thinking conversation that challenges leaders to rethink how we prepare people for a world led by intelligent systems.


Timestamps

[00:01:00] The Center of Gravity is Shifting

  • OpenAI's user explosion in India signals a global shift in AI adoption and influence.

[00:10:00] The Class of AGI: Redefining Higher Education

  • Anthropic and OpenAI unveil initiatives aimed at transforming learning and literacy through AI-powered experiences.

[00:22:00] Enter the Age of Agents: Digital Workers in the Enterprise

  • Deloitte and others launch digital coworkers to automate tasks, revealing how organizations must restructure around AI.

[00:32:00] Inside the Mind of Claude: Anthropic’s Breakthrough in AI Transparency

  • A look at how Claude forms ideas and the effort to audit AI behavior through model interpretability research.

[00:41:00] Passing the Turing Test and Redefining Human Identity

  • ChatGPT-4.5 convinces users it’s human 73% of the time—raising deep questions about identity, agency, and digital discernment.


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0:00 42:32

Why AI Literacy Is the Fastest-Growing Skill—and What Most People Get Wrong About It

Hosts
Sabba Quidwai
Guests
Ryan Findley
Keywords
AI literacy fastest-growing skill learning tools design thinking human skills Sequoia conference AI conversations

LinkedIn just named AI literacy the #1 fastest-growing skill in the U.S., but it’s not just about learning how to use tools, it’s about rethinking how we work, lead, and learn.


In this episode, Sabba sits down with Ryan Findley, Chief Learning Officer at Learn to Win, to explore how AI can actually enhance our most human skills and why design thinking is essential in an AI-everywhere world. They also dive into the mission behind the Sequoia conference and the blind spots in today’s AI conversations.

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