Overview: In this 2 hour hands-on workshop, participants will gain an understanding of generative AI and how it can be responsibly leveraged in education to enhance teaching and learning. We will cover the basics of AI chatbots like ChatGPT, explore practical implications and ethical considerations, and discuss strategies for integrating AI meaningfully into the classroom.

Goals:

• Gain foundational knowledge of generative AI and how it works

• Explore potentials and limitations of AI through hands-on activities

• Discuss practical implications and ethical considerations of using AI in education

• Develop strategies for responsibly integrating AI into teaching and policies

Objectives: By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• Explain the basic principles behind chatbot AI like ChatGPT

• Use ChatGPT and evaluate its capabilities through hands-on interaction

• Consider key ethical issues and potential biases when using AI

• Brainstorm specific ways AI could assist in teaching or school policies

• Create an action plan for responsibly piloting AI in their classrooms