AI in Computer Science Education from CSTA 2026

In this episode of Azadeh and Guy on AI, Guy joins us from the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) Conference in New Orleans to share the latest developments in AI and computer science education. We discuss the newly released CSTA standards and how they integrate artificial intelligence from middle school onward, balancing AI literacy, ethics, and computational thinking. The conversation explores how educators are navigating generative AI, concerns about cognitive offloading, the role of machine learning in helping students understand AI, and the challenges of teaching increasingly sophisticated AI systems. We also reflect on Nebraska's efforts to prepare more computer science teachers, examine the environmental debates surrounding AI, and share practical ways we each used AI during the week—from planning a conference schedule to improving professional writing. Whether you're an educator, researcher, or simply curious about the future of AI in schools, this episode offers thoughtful insights from one of the largest gatherings of computer science educators.