Ever wondered how to spark your students' curiosity about artificial intelligence (AI) and prepare them for the future? Introducing AI to students can spark their curiosity, ignite their creativity, and prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we learn how to introduce artificial intelligence concepts in an engaging and accessible manner. Through interactive activities and discussions, educators will discover strategies for incorporating AI into their curriculum, fostering critical thinking skills and digital literacy among their students. Get ready to embark on an adventure that will empower your students to navigate the frontiers of AI with confidence! Lauren’s expertise in digital teaching and learning will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to guide students towards a future where they are not just consumers, but creators of artificial intelligence technology.
This is workshop six of six for the series titled “Empowering Educators with AI: Unlocking New Frontiers in Teaching.”
Key Takeaways:
- Discover practical strategies for introducing AI to students in an engaging and accessible way, from interactive discussions and hands-on activities to real-world examples and case studies.
- Learn how to integrate AI into your curriculum to promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making skills in students, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age.
- Explore the ethical considerations and implications of AI in education, including issues of privacy, equity, and algorithmic bias, and learn how to navigate these challenges responsibly.
- Gain insights into the future of AI and its potential impact on society, economy, and education, and learn how to empower your students to become informed, ethical, and responsible digital citizens.
Workshop Details:
While we recommend that you attend all sessions of the workshop series to meet the learning objectives, each workshop can be attended as a standalone. Full members will also have access to view the recordings on demand and earn up to six continuing education credits.
Special Technology Instructions:
Attendees will need access to an internet-enabled device and a personal Google account (not affiliated with their school). SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop.
Assessment:
Participants will have communication and collaboration and opportunities throughout the training to demonstrate their understanding of the workshop objectives and reflect on their learning.
