EdTech Trends in 2026: What's Working, What's Not, and Where AI is Heading | EP10
Technology Essentials in Education is your go-to podcast for practical insights on using technology to simplify your school week. Hosted by author and educator Monica Burns, Ed.D., in partnership with Jotform, this series is designed for K-12 educators, administrators, and leaders looking to make a meaningful impact.
In this episode, Monica chats with Heather Turbeville, Content Director at Jotform, who shares exclusive findings from Jotform’s 2026 EdTech Trends Report. Together, they explore the shift from the "novelty era" of AI to a new era of purposeful integration in the classroom.
They discuss why educators prioritize tool interoperability over new features, how AI is being used to reclaim "brain capital," and the transition of AI from a productivity helper to a deeply embedded part of school workflows.
👉 Read "EdTech Trends 2026: A Survey of What’s Working, What’s Not, and Where AI Is Heading" report today: https://link.jotform.com/xRIKFdd7aJ
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00:00 Introduction
02:45 2026 EdTech Survey Insights from Jotform
06:30 What’s Working (Improved Usability)
07:35 What’s Not Working (Tool Fragmentation)
08:29 AI for Productivity & Time Savings
10:34 AI Concerns (Ethics, Accuracy, Security)
13:33 AI Embedded into Workflows
15:22 AI Agents for Community & Admin Support
17:41 Why Tools Must Work Better Together
20:25 Conclusion
