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Welcome, educators and school leaders! Are you ready to navigate the transformative waves Generative AI is sending through the educational landscape? This course is designed to be your compass in exploring the profound impacts of this technology on teaching, learning, and educational leadership.

This dynamic, primer course unfolds the complexity of GAI into approachable, bite-sized modules, each crafted to build your understanding and readiness for integrating AI into your schools responsibly and effectively.

Begin your journey by diving into the dialogue about AI's role in education. Share your insights and learn from peers to collectively shape a forward-thinking educational culture.

Workshop - Slide Deck and Recorded Videos (post-workshop)

Access rich content from our interactive workshops, including illustrative slides and video recordings, to revisit the shared knowledge and moments of discovery.

Explore how to conceptually frame AI within your educational strategy, identifying how it aligns with your mission and enhances your pedagogical approach.

Demystify GAI with a walk through its evolution. Understand the terms and ideas that are foundational to grasping its potential and limitations.

Pushing Boundaries, Creating Magic. Examples of Generative AI

Witness the 'magic' of GAI through real-world examples that push the boundaries of what's possible in education, from personalized learning to administrative efficiency.

Analyze AI's influence through dual lenses—how it can reshape education's landscape and where human judgment remains irreplaceable.

Speculate on AI's long-term effects on educational practices and policies, and how we can proactively harness its power for the greater good.

Get hands-on with a curated list of AI tools and resources that can empower your team and revolutionize your school's learning environment.

Learn the art of 'prompt engineering' to effectively communicate with AI and leverage its capabilities for creating educational content and solutions.

Experience the lighter side of AI through engaging activities that not only enlighten but also entertain, fostering a positive AI culture in your community.

Working Examples of AI Applications & Solutions

Conclude with a showcase of how AI is currently being applied in educational settings, serving as a springboard for your own AI initiatives.

As AI continues to redefine the educational paradigm, this course equips you with the insight to discern which elements of teaching are ripe for AI collaboration, and which should remain distinctly human. It's not just about keeping pace; it's about leading the change with wisdom and heart.

Whether you're a tech-savvy enthusiast or new to the AI conversation, this course promises a rich blend of learning experiences that will elevate your team's dialogue, strategy, and innovative spirit in embracing the age of AI in education.

Join us on this exploratory journey and be a pivotal part of shaping education's future!

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The AI for School Leaders Workshop Deck - Download via the Resources Tab

Introduction and Framing

Defining Generative AI (GAI)

Two examples of how good GAI is right now

Two models to frame the opportunity and impact of AI

Threats, Opportunities and Fake News

Static demonstrations of some GAI applications for teachers & leaders

Some provocations and closing thoughts

Workshop - Slide Deck and Recorded Videos (post workshop)

How Will AI Change The World

What are Generative AI Models?

The 7 Stages of AI (and where are we now?)

A Reference Point: CREATING A CRITICAL MASS OF ENLIGHTENED TEACHERS

AI in Education: A Primer

Course Overview

Meet the course producers