Professional Learning

AI Fundamentals for Teaching & Learning

This session offers a foundation for artificial intelligence and its connection to teaching and learning. We aim to demystify AI and make it accessible for educational purposes. We'll start with the ABCs of AI, introduce some practical skills and tools, begin the discovery of how AI is reshaping various aspects of society and what that means for the future of education, and discuss the importance of AI literacy for students and how it prepares them for an AI-embedded future. Whether you're a novice or have some familiarity with AI, this session will enhance your understanding of AI and set you up for a successful journey.

Skills and Tools in the Age of AI

Dive into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and discover how it can enrich your teaching experience. Our session is a hands-on exploration with generative AI tools including text-to-image and text-to-text. Our goal is not just to introduce you to AI but to be a guide in thinking about when and how to incorporate these exciting tools into your teaching practices. Whether AI is a new concept for you or you have limited prior knowledge, we're here to support you in your journey.

AI Societal Impacts

This series dives into how AI is reshaping society. We'll start by unpacking the concept of data, the fuel for AI, and exploring its ethical implications. We'll discuss the digital divide to understand how access to AI can create educational disparities. Finally, we'll tackle the growing issue of misinformation and disinformation, equipping educators with strategies to navigate this complex world.

Guardians of Fairness: Exploring AI Ethics and Bias

In a society increasingly shaped by AI technologies, we must grapple with the profound implications of bias, ethics, and misinformation. It is crucial for educators to understand these complexities inherent in AI systems so they can support their students in navigating them. In this exploration, you'll gain the knowledge to promote fairness and accountability in your classroom and encourage student voice.