| More and more homeschool parents are asking tough, honest questions: “Is my child using AI the right way?” “Are they actually learning… or just letting AI do the work?” “Should we even be using AI in our homeschool?” “What if AI becomes a crutch instead of a tool?” Some families feel excited about AI, while others feel apprehensive or unsure where to even begin. This workshop speaks directly to both sides — whether your child is already using AI daily, or you’ve been hesitant to introduce it at all. We’ll break down what effective, healthy AI use looks like in a learning environment and answer the very real concerns parents have today. Through practical examples and demonstrations, you’ll clearly see: -How AI can support learning — helping students brainstorm, explore concepts, practice critical thinking, and debug code -When AI crosses the line into harmful shortcuts that prevent true understanding -How to tell if your child is relying on AI or actually building skills -What responsible, age-appropriate AI habits look like for homeschoolers -Why avoiding AI entirely may leave students at a disadvantage later on -How to safely introduce (or re-introduce) AI into your homeschool as a learning enhancer, not a replacement. You’ll leave with practical strategies, simple checklists, and confidence — whether your goal is to help your child use AI more effectively or to finally answer the question: “Should we be using AI in our homeschool… and if so, how?” This session brings clarity, balance, and real-world guidance to a topic many parents feel overwhelmed by — grounded in the same practices we use at MYTEK LAB to help students grow in creativity, independence, and future-ready skills. |
Is your child using AI effectively? A Parent’s guide to learning tools
Workshop Speaker: Stephen Souders
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