A collection of essays by digital media professor Michael G Wagner that examines the transformative impact of generative artificial intelligence on educational practices and philosophies. The central thesis posits that navigating the AI revolution requires a renewed focus on foundational humanistic skills, particularly critical thinking, rather than on the mastery of specific AI tools. The work explores a range of topics, including the challenges to academic integrity, the emergence of new equity gaps, the history of technological disruption in academia, and the cognitive and philosophical parallels between human and machine intelligence. Presenting both practical pedagogical frameworks and theoretical reflections, the book serves as a resource for educators, administrators, and policymakers grappling with the integration of AI into learning environments.