AI and School Leadership in Year Two: Mapping Practitioner Messaging and Expectations

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Abstract

This study examines the discussion of generative AI in K–12, U.S., school leadership practitioner publications during the second year following the release of ChatGPT. Using qualitative document analysis, we examined 106 articles from 12 widely circulated practitioner outlets to identify how leadership roles, expectations, and responsibilities are framed in relation to artificial intelligence. Findings show that leaders are portrayed as key decision-makers amid institutional uncertainty, yet often receive abstract or inconsistent guidance. While equity is frequently invoked, it remains unevenly operationalized.

Authors

• Jayson W. Richardson, College of William & Mary

• Soon-young Oh, Michigan State University