At Digital Promise, we believe artificial intelligence holds immense promise to help us solve the most complex and persistent challenges in education—from fostering powerful learning to preparing every student for an ever-changing world. Our human-centered approach ensures that AI serves as a powerful tool to augment, rather than replace, the roles of teachers and learners. Through our community-engaged research, our collaborative work with school districts and edtech developers, and national R&D centers, we are leading the charge to leverage AI's potential for all learners.
The Using Generative Artificial Intelligence for Reading R&D Center (U-GAIN Reading) is a national research and development institute that investigates how to use generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to improve elementary school reading instruction.
Digital Promise’s Responsibly Designed AI product certification recognizes AI-powered educational tools that prioritize educator and learner autonomy, data privacy and security, and transparency in AI usage.
The AI Institute for Engaged Learning (EngageAI) is a coalition of four universities and Digital Promise working across disciplines and with practitioners to create more engaging experiences for students through AI-powered, story-driven learning environments.
Digital Promise is partnering with leading edtech organizations to help school systems identify quality digital learning tools.
AI literacy is the knowledge and skills that enable humans to critically understand, evaluate, and use AI systems and tools to safely and ethically participate in an increasingly digital world. 
Digital Promise’s AI Literacy Framework emphasizes that understanding and evaluating AI are critical to making informed decisions about if and how to use AI in learning environments.
“Working through artificial intelligence as part of the [Digital Promise] work group has given us great opportunities in our district to be metacognitive about how we can improve what we’re doing to make it even more valuable for our students.”
Mary Catherine Reljac, Superintendent, Fox Chapel Area School District (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
Digital Promise combines research, thought partnership, and feedback from experts across the field to develop resources that highlight actionable, evidence-based insights for practitioners and product designers. Our resources support developers and those who purchase and use AI for learning to make informed decisions about AI-powered edtech tools.
Through learning sessions with district leaders, these templates support districts in incorporating product certifications as evidence when evaluating edtech tools.
We conducted a review of more than 300 research studies that examine the uses, impacts, and designs of generative AI in higher educational settings.
An essential reference for educators implementing AI, this glossary provides clear, accessible definitions of key AI concepts in both English and Spanish, making it particularly valuable for diverse educational communities.
Digital Promise is at the forefront of conversations about how AI can be leveraged safely, effectively, and responsibly to create powerful learning for all students. Our team of experts provide critical insights into AI literacy, ethical design, and the immense potential of technology to reshape education.
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The Hechinger Report: As They Face Conflicting Messages About AI, Some Advice for Educators on How to Use It Responsibly by Dr. Jeremy Rochelle, Sept. 7, 2025 |
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The Hill: Parents Losing Trust in AI as Schools Ramp Up Usage, Aug. 31, 2025 |
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SpeechMatters Podcast: Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI with Jean-Claude Brizard, May 28, 2025 |
| Read Our Thought Leadership |
The Hechinger Report: As They Face Conflicting Messages About AI, Some Advice for Educators on How to Use It Responsibly by Dr. Jeremy Rochelle, Sept. 7, 2025 |
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| Read Our Thought Leadership |
The Hill: Parents Losing Trust in AI as Schools Ramp Up Usage, Aug. 31, 2025 |
| Read Our Thought Leadership |
SpeechMatters Podcast: Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI with Jean-Claude Brizard, May 28, 2025 |
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