Saturday, September 16, 2023
7:00am - Registration and Payment
Day 1: Focus on use as an Educator
8:00am to 4:00pm
Overview:
The first day of the workshop will be centered around educators and how they can leverage generative AI in their work. Participants explore various AI tools, including ChatGPT, with a focus on how these tools can function as thought partners in the educational sphere. There is a strong emphasis on the potential of AI to reduce the time spent on routine tasks. These time-saving aspects aim to enable educators to spend more time interacting with their students directly, as opposed to being behind a desk. The objective of the first day is to equip educators with knowledge and skills to effectively integrate AI into their day-to-day activities.
Sunday, September 17, 2023
Day 2: Focus on Using the Empowering Students
8:30am to 3:00pm
Overview:
The second day transitions from focusing on educators to empowering students. Participants delve into the implications of AI in the classroom and how it can transform teaching and learning processes. They will explore innovative ways to assess student performance using generative AI and promote its use in assessments. The day includes breakout collaborations and discussions on digital literacy, authenticity of student work, and the lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in AI usage. Participants will also discuss potential school policies and guidelines for integrating AI. The end goal is for participants to leave the workshop with actionable strategies and lessons that they can integrate into their classrooms, furthering the reach and impact of AI in education.