Webinar Speakers

Join us for an exceptional lineup of experts who will guide you through a discussion on the Science of Learning and artificial intelligence.

Host: Glenn Whitman

Glenn Whitman Director of The Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning and co-author of “Neuroteach: Brain Science and the Future of Education.”

Glenn brings over two decades of experience in educational leadership and research, specializing in:

  • Translating Mind, Brain, and Education science research for classroom application
  • Delivering research-informed professional development for educators
  • Applying Science of Learning frameworks for how we think about and use technology
  • Developing tools that bridge the gap between promising Science of Learning research and practical teaching strategies

As the Director of the CTTL, Glenn has helped thousands of educators worldwide implement research-informed teaching practices that enhance student learning outcomes.

Featured Speaker:
Dr. Tracey Tokuhama-Espinosa

Dr. Tracey Tokuhama-Espinosa Educational researcher teaching The Neuroscience of Learning: An Introduction to Mind, Brain, Health and Education at Harvard College and Harvard University Extension School. Her research focuses on:

  • Integration of Mind, Brain, and Education science into teachers’ daily practice
  • Transdisciplinary thinking and research
  • Curriculum design to enhance cognitive development
  • Bilingualism and multilingualism
  • Leveraging technology to enhance learning outcomes

As Associate Editor of the Nature Partner Journal Science of Learning and consultant to schools and governments in over 40 countries, Dr. Tokuhama-Espinosa brings a global perspective on educational neuroscience to our discussion.

Featured Speaker:
Maya Bialik

Maya Bialik Founder of QuestionWell, an AI platform used by 500,000 teachers worldwide that creates research-aligned AI tools.

Maya brings a unique perspective as:

  • A former middle school science teacher
  • Harvard graduate in Mind, Brain and Education
  • PhD candidate in Educational Studies at Boston University

Author of two books on AI in education Her work focuses on:

  • Creating AI tools that improve teachers’ working conditions
  • Making creative work more easy, effective, and enjoyable for educators
  • Improving coherence and quality of classroom materials through AI

Maya’s latest book, “Irreplaceable: How AI Changes Everything (and Nothing) in Teaching and Learning” (2026), explores the transformative potential of AI while honoring the irreplaceable human elements of education, bridging research and practical classroom applications.

What You'll Gain From Our Expert Panel:

  • Research for determining when AI enhances learning vs. when traditional approaches are more effective
  • Practical implementation strategies based on how the brain actually processes and retains information
  • Policy considerations for school-wide or district-wide AI integration that respects cognitive development
  • Opportunity to engage directly with leading experts during our Q&A session