Explore how educators can navigate AI literacy with a discerning mindset in the ever evolving technology world. Learn to develop personalized plans, leveraging current technologies for positive change. Discover your niche in technology leadership while emphasizing ethical considerations. Additionally, uncover how AI can effectively address educational challenges, optimizing learning experiences and administrative tasks. Don't miss this chance to empower your leadership skills in today's digital era with insights into AI literacy and its transformative potential in education.
The AI Revolution: Progress, Pitfalls, and the Path Forward," offers an engaging exploration of artificial intelligence, tracing its origins and examining its explosive development in recent years. This session will delve into the history of AI, from early theoretical foundations to its current transformative presence in education, industry, and everyday life. Participants will gain insight into AI's rapid integration into society and the profound ways in which it is shaping the education sector. The presentation will spotlight the potential for human-AI collaboration, showing how AI enhances creativity, efficiency, and decision-making, as well as highlighting some of the most inspiring use cases emerging today.
In this session you will learn how ChatGPT (and a few other AI sites) can make some of your teacher tasks easier. There will be many tips and tricks on how to make lessons, write letters, help with goal writing, and perhaps a few fun things as well. There will be time for you to explore on your own and create things you can use in your class in the near future. If you have never used ChatGPT this is a great session for you!
Spend 45 minutes exploring an AI Teacher tool. Choose from 1). Magic School AI or School AI, 2). Diffit, 3). Perplexity, or 4). the Brisk extension. Watch some brief video tutorials if you like, ask questions, learn from each other, and have time to become comfortable with an AI platform in order to effectively put it into practice.
Curriculum Technology Specialist, Topeka Public Schools
Travis True is an accomplished professional with a strong foundation in instructional design and development, e-learning, and curriculum development. With a career that spans over 20 years and various roles, including Technology Integration Specialist/Instructional Designer at Topeka... Read More →
MTSS Coordinator & Special Education Teacher, Manhattan Virtual Academy
MHK raised, farmers wife, mom of 3, teacher to cool kids - continuously reflecting and learning about Kansas MTSS and how to align goals into the virtual world. I welcome collaboration with other schools and appreciate perspectives that help grow into better supports for students... Read More →
I began teaching in 1996 in the very elementary school I attended as a student. I have taught reading, K, 1st, 4th and looped K/1 (an excellent experience). I am currently teaching K-2 elementary and K-12 gifted for Manhattan Virtual Academy online.My passion is helping students think... Read More →
In this session, educators will explore the power of Google Sites to create dynamic, user-friendly websites. Whether you're a novice or have some experience with website creation, this session will guide you through the process of designing an organized, visually appealing site that enhances communication with students, parents, and colleagues. You'll learn how to integrate multimedia, embed Google Workspace tools, and use customization options to showcase resources and announcements. By the end of the session, educators will have the confidence and skills to launch a fully functional Google Site that supports student engagement and streamlines classroom management.
