AI Across the Institution

Beyond the AI Hype: Research, Risk Assessment, and Real-World Implementation in K-12 Education

05/07/2025

9:00 am - 9:45 am

Robbie Torney

Robbie Torney

Senior Director, AI Programs

Common Sense Media

As AI reshapes education, we need both empirical understanding and practical frameworks to guide its implementation. This presentation weaves Common Sense Media's ongoing research about teen and parent AI usage, comprehensive framework for assessing AI risks in educational settings, and evidence-based recommendations for K-12. These insights offer actionable guidance for educators, developers, and policymakers working to responsibly integrate AI into K-12 education.