The Packback Blog

What the White House’s Executive Order on AI Education Means for the Future of AI Literacy in Schools

On April 23, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a landmark executive order aimed at advancing AI education for American youth. This initiative signals a clear message: AI literacy is no longer optional—it’s essential. As schools and districts prepare to navigate this shift, educators and administrators are asking: How do we effectively integrate AI into classrooms? …

From Detection to Prevention: Rethinking Academic Integrity with Packback’s Instructional AI

This blog was written by Packback CEO, Kelsey Behringer, in conjunction with our partners at Instructure. You can read the full blog on their website via the link below. We believe the key to academic integrity lies in creating a motivating, feedback-rich learning environment that is easy to navigate—one that strengthens writing, critical thinking, and engagement …

Celebrating Dr. Brynn Welch: Award-Winning Educator and Thought Leader

Packback is proud to partner with educators who are transforming the way students learn, think, and engage with the ultimate goal of helping them find their unique voice and become intrinsically motivated. Today, we’re thrilled to celebrate the achievement of an incredible educator, user,  and champion, Dr. Brynn Welch, who recently received the The David …

The Impact of the International AI Treaty on Education: 10 Ways It Could Shape Educators, Institutions, and Curriculum Leaders

Breaking news! The first-ever international AI treaty has been signed! Wait, what? In case you missed it, major players on the world stage, namely: EU, UK, and the US, have signed the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence. Drafted by the Committee on Artificial Intelligence (CAI) and negotiated by 57 countries alongside 70 representatives from civil …

Case Study: How Packback Deep Dives is Transforming Writing

In the dynamic landscape of higher education, the ability to effectively evaluate and improvestudent writing remains a pivotal challenge. Writing is not only a fundamental skill for academic success but also a critical tool for professional development and personal expression. At the same time, educators often find themselves overwhelmed by the time and effort required …

Case Study: Empowering Educators and Students – The Impact of Packback on Academic Achievement and Engagement

Evaluation of student work in higher education remains a cornerstone of academic progress tracking and skill development. Grades serve as a crucial metric for assessing student understanding, providing feedback, and guiding instructional strategies. However, as we prepare the next generation of practitioners and academics in our respective fields, the complexities of modern education in today’s …

Michelle Barton: Teacher Turned Packbacker

Hi! For those of you I haven’t met, my name is Michelle Barton, I’m a former teacher turned Packbacker. Ever since second grade, I knew I had a love for education and that I wanted to be a teacher (and believe me, everyone else around me knew it too). Teaching is something very near and …