Washington is asking districts to buy EdTech based on learning evidence, while its AI evidence clearinghouse has none yet. Builders entering a new field should plan to produce their own proof as part of product strategy.
what evidence can buyers find for AI EdTech?
Washington is asking districts to buy EdTech based on learning evidence. Its AI evidence clearinghouse has none yet.
That leaves a gap between what buyers are being asked to consider and what the clearinghouse can currently show.
what should builders do when the evidence isn't there yet?
If you're building in a new field, plan to produce your own proof before buyers can trust the product.
That work can feel like an awkward part of the build log. It still belongs in product strategy.
How can buyers evaluate AI EdTech when the evidence clearinghouse has none?
The post says Washington is asking districts to buy based on learning evidence, while its AI evidence clearinghouse has none yet. Builders in a new field should plan to produce their own proof.
Should evidence gathering be part of an AI product strategy?
Yes. The post treats producing proof for buyers as part of product strategy, even when it makes for an awkward build log.