GenerationAI is a groundbreaking educational movement designed to empower K-12 educators with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to safely and responsibly capture the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom.
Upcoming Events & Ways to Get Involved
NEA and ISTE+ASCD Webinar Series: As part of the work with GenerationAI, ISTE+ASCD partnered with NEA to offer a 4-session webinar series. This series has wrapped up but recordings of
AI Explorations for Educators Scholarships: Would you like to spend time with other educators learning about AI in education? In the ISTE+ASCD AI Explorations for Educators course, you’ll learn to identify the various types of AI, hear about AI technologies on the horizon and build some of your own tools to make AI concrete and accessible for you and your students. This is a 15-hour, self-paced course with ongoing instructor support. No previous knowledge of AI or experience coding is required. Scholarships are now available for K-12 educators.
The next cohort will run from July 7-August 31 and the deadline to apply is June 16, 2025. Don't delay - submit your application today!
Scholarship Application Now Open: ISTE+ASCD has launched a new course titled, GenerationAI: Transforming Teaching and Learning. This 5-hour, self-paced course guides educators through practical applications of AI in teaching and learning. Participants will explore current AI tools, develop
implementation strategies, and learn best practices for enhancing instruction through AI technology. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply today!
Playlab AI Learning Community: Join a diverse community of educators using AI to create meaningful tools for themselves and others. Sign up today.
Learning About & Teaching with Artificial Intelligence: The National Education Association (NEA) has released a new online course that is offered at no cost to educators. The independent study course, Learning About and Teaching with Artificial Intelligence in Education, explores the foundational concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential educational applications. Educators will learn to integrate AI tools effectively and ethically into teaching, learning, and administrative processes while fostering AI literacy among students. Visit the NEA Professional Excellence Portal to register for the course.
Are you joining us at ISTELive 25?
If you plan to join us at ISTELive 25, we hope to connect with you! View this list of curated sessions to engage with GenerationAI speakers and leaders. We hope to see you there! Here is a preview of some of the sessions:
From AI Anxiety to Action: Leading Professional Growth
Hands-On AI Explorations for Middle and High School Students
Practical Implementation Stories from GenerationAI Leaders
Building Equitable AI Pathways through GenerationAI Partners
Building AI Literacy with Elementary Students
Integrating AI Competencies into Teacher Education Programs
Advanced AI Integration: Empowering Educators Beyond Fundamentals
🎉Will you be at ISTELive25 in San Antonio? Have you participated in a GenerationAI activity and want to connect with other educators working with AI in education? Join us at the GenerationAI Reception on Monday, June 30 from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Space is limited. Email generationai@iste.org to RSVP.
Learnings from the Front Lines on Redefining Leadership for the Age of AI
Drs. Luvon Hudson, Center for Black Educator Development, and Elvira Salazar, Latinos for Education, recently published an article on EdSurge discussing lessons learned during their AI in Education Leadership Catalyst. In the article, they outline the framework
that guided their work as well as several practical frames for leadership reflection in an age of AI. Read the article.
The Center for Black Educator Development Early Bird Pricing Deadline and Call for Proposals
There are just a few days left to take advantage of early bird ticket pricing for the Center for Black Educator Development’s 8th Annual Black Men in Education Convening (#BMEC2025) on November 20 - 22, 2025 in Philadelphia, PA! We are looking to transform the education sector by recruiting, retaining, supporting, and activating more Black men to support and lead the work of revolutionizing the educational system.
Black Men in Education Convening #BMEC2025 November 20 - 22, 2025 | Loews Philadelphia Hotel
We're looking for engaging guests and presenters for this year's BMEC! If you're a dynamic speaker with compelling stories, research, or art to share, we invite you to submit a proposal by June 27, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET. Use our online submission portal to submit your proposal, and if accepted, you'll get a discounted early bird rate. Remember, each presenter can submit only one proposal but might be asked to participate in multiple sessions. Ensure one person is the primary contact if you're presenting with others. Acceptance notifications will be sent via email by August 8th, 2025.
The Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) K-12 Standards — last published in 2017 — are getting a refresh! CSTA is conducting a comprehensive revision process for the CSTA K-12 Standards. The writing phase of the process began in September 2024, and CSTA is excited to share a full draft of standards with you for feedback.
The draft standards document represents the work of 24 standards writers and 57 standards advisors. CSTA seeks feedback from the CS education community on the progression and importance of the standards, including whether the standards are essential and are aligned to appropriate grade bands.
Sign up today! Submissions close June 13. Your feedback will inform adjusting the standard progression where necessary and removal of unessential standards.
ICYMI: Building the Future of Education with GenerationAI's Communities of Practice
Experience the excitement and vision shared by teacher, building, and district leaders as they begin collaborating to harness the power of AI in education for transformational learning experiences. Hear directly from participants about their goals, challenges,
and early insights as they work to create more engaging, equitable, and personalized learning experiences for students. View the video.
CSTA 2025 Annual Conference
The CSTA 2025 Annual Conference is in Cleveland from July 8-11. As the computer science education landscape continues to evolve, it has never been more important to come together as a community and reconnect with your fellow educators. This premier K-12 CS education event brings together hundreds of teachers, administrators, and industry professionals to share knowledge and build connections.
This year's conference features over 200 exceptional sessions created by teachers, for teachers. You'll have opportunities to explore cutting-edge CS pedagogies, discover AI integration strategies, and connect with passionate educators from across the country. The keynotes will feature leading voices addressing the most pressing challenges in K-12 CS education today.
As a valued participant in GenerationAI, we're pleased to offer you 20% off registration with the discount code CSTAPARTNER20.
Share Your Learning!
Many of you have been working with ISTE+ASCD and our partners through the GenerationAI initiative. If you are actively sharing what you learn, we would love to know about it! There are a few steps for you to take to ensure we can capture your sharing as part of our collective impact. View this infographic to get started.
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