Welcome to a VERY special two-part edition of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders, where we pause to reflect on the standout themes and powerful ideas shaping the future of education technology. This week’s EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders is the conclusion of the two-part episode, highlighting some of the leading ideas from the series so far.We turn attention to students’ learning, exploring how their understanding of tech & AI plays into EdTech strategies, and the role of students’ voices in shaping it.This episode coversThe rapid adoption of AI and digital tools among students, outpacing many educators The essential role of critical thinking and digital literacy in helping students safely use new technologiesStreamlining digital ecosystems in schools, with a focus on single sign-on and minimising cognitive loadThe significance of understanding digital economies such as influencer culture, and how these trends are shaping students’ livesBuilding effective digital strategies by fostering collaboration between educators and studentsLooking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Alice Whitbyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-whitby-29149a50/John Joneshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/john-jones-74795241/Dr Alexandra Readhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-read/Reasat Chowdhuryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rchowdhury/David Olingerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/davidolinger/Praveen Rajuhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/pkalidindi/Sushma Bharathhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sushma-bharath-5776341/James Browninghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jbrowning22/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/educationhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/