Course Description

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Classroom Series provides educators with the knowledge and skills to harness the potential of AI in the educational setting. Through this five part series, educators will gain a deep understanding of the foundational concepts and significance of AI in education, exploring various AI tools. Educators will learn to integrate these AI tools into their instructional practices, personalizing learning and increased student engagement. Ethical considerations are also addressed, delving into crucial aspects such as data privacy, originality use, and equity in AI use. As educators reflect on their schools and classrooms, they will gain valuable insights into the future implications and opportunities of AI in education, preparing them for an evolving role as facilitators of cutting-edge, technology-driven learning environments. This course includes five, 2-hour synchronous (Zoom) sessions, and an optional 5 hour asynchronous project, where participants are planning on how to implement AI in their classroom or educational setting.

Course Objectives

1. Understand the foundational concepts and relevance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education.

2. Explore a variety of AI tools and software, including language-based and code-based AI, for educational purposes.

3. Develop strategies for integrating AI tools into instructional practices to personalize learning and enhance student engagement.

4. Examine ethical considerations associated with AI implementation, such as data privacy, algorithmic bias, and equity in AI use.

5. Reflect on the future implications and opportunities of AI in education and the evolving role of educators.