Welcome to the AISJ AI Training Hub. As part of our commitment to the Responsible AI in Learning (RAIL) framework, all educators are expected to develop foundational AI literacy.

Whether you are logging into Google Gemini for the first time or looking to design advanced, AI-resistant assessments, the curated professional development tracks below will help you safely integrate technology while keeping our "Human-in-the-Loop" philosophy at the center of your practice.

🌱 Phase 1: Getting Started with AI (Foundational Literacy)

Start here if you are new to Generative AI or want to learn how to use it safely to save time on administrative and lesson-planning tasks.

• Generative AI for Educators by Google

  • What it is: Because AISJ is a Google Workspace school, this is our highly recommended starting point. It covers the basics of generative AI and teaches you how to use tools to save time.

• AI Foundations for Educators (Common Sense Media)

  • What it is: A foundational course introducing educators to generative AI and the ethical considerations for classroom use.

• Essential Guide to AI for Educators (AI for Education)

  • What it is: Practical guidance on using genAI tools to save time, engage students, and adopt AI responsibly.

🚀 Phase 2: Advanced Integration, Ethics & Bias

For educators ready to dive deeper into the ethical boundaries, data privacy rules (POPIA), and how to actively identify and fight algorithmic bias in the classroom.

• Navigating Legal and Ethical Boundaries in the AI Classroom

  • What it is: A specialized course exploring the legal and ethical boundaries educators must navigate when using AI.

• How I'm Fighting Bias in Algorithms (TED Talk by Joy Buolamwini)

  • What it is: A powerful video introducing the concept of algorithmic bias. It is an excellent resource to spark staff discussions or launch departmental PD sessions.

• Quick-Win Bias in AI Case Study (Berkeley Haas)

  • What it is: A classroom scenario-based PD activity. It helps educators identify and discuss AI bias in practical contexts.

• AI in Education Learning Hub

  • What it is: A professional learning hub featuring webinars, podcasts, and educator collaboration focused on AI integration and ethics in education.

🧠 Phase 3: SEL & Student Well-Being

At AISJ, student well-being is our highest priority. The following training modules help educators understand the social-emotional impact of AI and how to safeguard human connection in a digital world.

• Teaching Digital Literacy and Well-Being (Common Sense Media)

  • What it is: This course will guide you through the Common Sense Digital Literacy & Well-Being Curriculum, exploring its core principles and providing firsthand experience with ready-to-use lesson plans.

• How AI-Powered Tools Can Enhance Our Human-Centered Work (CASEL)

  • What it is: Explores how AI might eventually support SEL if used to monitor wellbeing or offer safe reflection spaces—but stresses human relationships must remain central.

🤝 Supporting Our Students

Are you looking for student-facing resources or advisory discussion prompts regarding technology stress and "AI Anxiety"?

👉 Visit our AI & Student Well-Being Page to access our "Unplugged Initiative," parent guides, and homeroom discussion materials.