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Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to computer systems that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence—such as recognizing patterns, making decisions, and learning from data. It’s already part of everyday tools like search engines, recommendation systems, and voice assistants.
Generative AI, a subset of AI, goes a step further by creating new content—like text, images, music, or code—based on patterns it has learned.
As AI continues to transform the world around us, students must learn to engage with these tools ethically, responsibly, and effectively. Explore the AI resources below to support meaningful teaching and learning.
AI Professional Learning for Educators
AI Professional Learning for Educators
AI Basics for K–12 Teachers (Common Sense Education)
AI Basics for K–12 Teachers (Common Sense Education)
This course is designed to help promote a common language and set of considerations when it comes to responsible and ethical AI use in schools. From decoding the jargon to unpacking the ethical dilemmas, this course will help you level up your understanding of AI so that you can approach this technology with confidence and a clearer purpose.
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Generative AI for Educators (Google)
In this course, you’ll learn about generative AI, which is a type of AI that creates new content, such as text, images, or other media. You’ll explore how to use generative AI tools to assist your teaching practice by saving time on everyday tasks, personalizing instruction to meet student needs, and enhancing lessons and activities in creative ways.
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In this course, you will discover ways to use Gemini as an assistant in your professional practice to save time and unleash creativity on everyday tasks. You will explore how to use Gemini via a standalone experience and directly in a variety of Google Workspace for Education apps.
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AI Literacy Lessons (Grades K-12)
AI Literacy Lessons (Grades K-12)
AI Literacy Lessons for Grades K-5 (Seesaw Learning)
Move beyond simply using AI and learn to think critically, create intelligently, and demystify its power and impacts Activities, designed to scaffold independent work and assess student learning, include whole-group discussion and partner work. Activities can also be assigned as independent practice to review specific digital leadership skills.
AI Literacy Lessons: Grades K-2 | Grades 3-5
Additional AI Lessons in Seesaw: Bean Learns About Artificial Intelligence (Grades 2-3 ) | Cyrus and Dog Learn About AI (Grades 4-5 )
AI Literacy Lessons for Grades 6-12 (Common Sense Education)
Quick, grab-and-go lessons to help your students think critically about AI and its impact.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the world we live in. From using generative AI for schoolwork to dealing with misinformation and befriending AI chatbots, students have a lot to consider when it comes to this ever-evolving technology.
AI Highlights from SDUSD Schools
AI Highlights from SDUSD Schools
Lit & Tech Blog: Check out how Jen Roberts, a Point Loma HS teacher is introducing AI to students.
CBS News: AI program creates personal chatbots for elementary school students at Toler Elementary.
SDUSD AI Summer Expo 2025
SDUSD AI Summer Expo 2025
We had an amazing lineup of speakers along with a great group of educators and administrators! Click on the link below to explore the online programs and resources.
View the AI Expo 2025 Online Program & Resources
SDUSD AI Task Force
SDUSD AI Task Force
San Diego Unified School District has established an AI Task Force to develop a comprehensive approach that meets the needs of all stakeholders. This diverse group includes an area superintendent, administrators, teachers, parents, students, central office staff, Integrated Technology staff, counselors, human resources personnel, site and library techs, representative from the San Diego County Office of Education, AIEDU representatives, and members of the San Diego Institute of Science and Technology.
Our mission is to explore and understand the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI (GAI) in education. As AI technologies continue to evolve, we are committed to establishing clear guidelines that promote their responsible and effective use in both instructional and operational settings.
California's Guidance on AI
California's Guidance on AI
Califonia Department of Education (CDE) encourages educators to approach AI with a lens of equity. As educators and students learn about potential inaccuracies, biases, and social impacts of AI, they build capacity to promote ethical use of technology. The department supports educators who adapt their teaching methods to incorporate emerging technologies effectively in line with student needs.
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