In this Forbes Nonprofit Council article, Erin Mote examines the growing divide between consumer AI tools and technology designed for learning. The piece highlights why districts need stronger procurement practices and why the Standards of Excellence for Outcomes Based Contracting™ matter when evaluating tools for implementation, evidence, and measurable student impact.
The Design Gap: Why ‘Good Enough’ Consumer Tech Isn’t Good Enough For Schools
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