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.
Latinos for Education and Playlab Partner for a Day of Learning
On January 7th, over 60 education leaders engaged in a day of learning with Latinos for Education and Playlab to gain a foundational understanding of the responsible and ethical use of AI and explore how AI can be leveraged safely to build impactful tools that center their unique expertise and needs. The participants began creating an AI tool that advances a solution to a barrier or problem in their educational contexts. The participants used a liberatory design framework to guide their advancement of a recommended solution to empower families, improve outcomes for multilingual learners, mitigate teacher attrition, and provide mentoring for aspiring educators.
Here is what participants had to say about their time learning in community:
"I feel more confident about the resources and organizations working in the AI space. I'm still a beginner in my journey with AI. This session has helped me understand the nuances of AI and I enjoyed creating an AI chat bot through Playlab." - José R.
“This session was very eye-opening to me as AI is something relatively new to me. I learned a great deal from Ethan and Jessenia and my peers. It was a very stimulating session." - Marycruz S.
"This really helps solidify the route I want to take in our ed tech learning at school." - Tony D.
Get connected with Latinos for Education and Playlab to explore more opportunities to learn with and about artificial intelligence.
The Center for Black Educator Development and Latinos for Education Announce New Initiative:
this program will host community-centered virtual sessions designed to empower PK-12 education leaders with foundational knowledge and skills to leverage AI in transforming teaching and learning. Participants will learn from guest speakers, experts, and each other through a supportive, collaborative environment that combines synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences.Apply by March 23rd for priority consideration!
March 28, 2025 is National AI Literacy Day
Educators across the United States will explore the fundamental question, "What is AI?" on National AI Literacy Day. This event will offer valuable lessons for classrooms and after-school programs as well as professional development opportunities for educators. ISTE+ASCD offers free,
hands-on projects to strengthen students' AI literacy. These projects range from technology-free "unplugged" exercises to the development of chatbots and simple video games. Use these lessonswith your students on March 28, 2025 to strengthen their AI literacy!
Upcoming Events & Ways to Get Involved
NEA and ISTE+ASCD Webinar Series: As part of the work with GenerationAI, ISTE+ASCD has partnered with NEA to offer a 4-session webinar series. This series continues in March and April.
March 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM ET: Beyond AI Algorithms: Maximizing Educator Impact. AI can be a game-changer for educators, helping us to analyze data and save time. However, it is important to keep educators at the center of decisions that are made in teaching and learning. Join us for an hour-long webinar to consider the role of AI in supporting teacher effectiveness.Register here.
April 8, 2025 at 7:30 PM ET: A Critical Look at AI's Role in Special Education.Educators are looking to AI to assist with many time-consuming tasks related to special education and paperwork. Join us for a panel discussion as we wrestle with ways teachers can use AI to support students with special needs while also considering legal implications. Register here.
Scholarship Application Now Open: ISTE+ASCD is launching a new course in April titled, GenerationAI: Transforming Teaching and Learning. This new 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 and will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis, beginning in mid-March.Learn more and apply today!
"What is AI?" Indigenous Perspectives on AI & Tech
Indigitize will host a virtual session to explore AI through an Indigenous lens. This interactive session will challenge participants to think
critically about AI's role in education, cultural preservation, and representation. Through hands-on activities and discussions, we'll explore how AI is shaped, why perspective matters, and how Indigenous educators and communities can engage in AI literacy and advocacy. Register today!
Playlab AI Learning Community: Join a diverse community of educators using AI to create meaningful tools for themselves and others. This learning experience includes three 90-minute virtual sessions with the option to also attend Open Labs with fellow community members. Find out more information and apply. Cohort begins March 18, 2025. Application deadline is March 17, 2025.
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