Are you ready to lead the way in harnessing the power of AI to enhance teaching and learning? This 6-unit program blends foundational knowledge with practical, hands-on experience, equipping you with the skills to implement AI tools effectively and responsibly in your classroom. By the end of the program over the span of one quarter, you’ll complete projects and earn a valuable micro-credential, AI Empowered Educators.
A Cohesive Learning Experience
Rather than separate theory and practice into distinct phases, this program offers an integrated approach, combining essential AI concepts with real-world applications throughout the entire course.
Key Learning Areas
Throughout the program, you will:
- Explore the Evolution of AI: Understand how AI has developed and its current and future applications in education.
- Enhance Ethical Awareness: Address critical issues like data privacy, bias, and equity in AI implementations.
- Design AI-Enhanced Curricula: Create lesson plans that leverage AI to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
- Engage in Hands-On Practice: Use tools like machine learning and natural language processing to build confidence and real-world AI literacy.
- Troubleshoot AI Tools: Develop practical problem-solving skills to overcome technical challenges.
- Navigate Institutional Barriers: Learn how to address obstacles to AI adoption and foster support within your school or district.
Your Capstone Experience
As part of the program, you’ll complete projects that demonstrate your ability to implement AI tools ethically and effectively in an educational setting, reinforcing your learning and showcasing your expertise. All graduates will earn a micro-credential as an AI-empowered educator.
Be a Leader in AI-Driven Education!
Whether you’re new to AI or looking to deepen your expertise, this program will empower you to transform your classroom, drive innovation, and support equitable learning experiences.
Take the next step and unlock your potential as an AI-savvy educator—enroll today and earn your AI micro-credential!
Skills You'll Gain
Program Instructors
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Kas Pereira
Teacher in Residence at the Krause Center for InnovationKas is the current Teacher in Residence at the KCI. She is in charge of curriculum development, course management, and instruction. She is also the Director of the KCI’s Makerspace and Makerspace programs.
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Course Information
LINC F051C: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LITERACY & ETHICS
IN EDUCATION
Course Objectives
1. Understand foundational concepts and evolution of artificial intelligence (AI).
2. Analyze current AI applications in education.
3. Identify and address ethical implications of AI in education.
4. Develop strategies for responsible AI integration.
5. Implement AI literacy activities with learners.
6. Critically assess AI-related policies and practices.
LINC F051D: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE INTEGRATION IN
EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES
Course Objectives
1. Analyze and evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) tools available for educational purposes.
2. Develop strategies for integrating AI into existing curricula and designing AI-enhanced lessons.
3. Implement AI technologies in the classroom.
4. Utilize AI for personalized learning experiences and adaptive learning paths.
5. Use AI tools for feedback and evaluation.
6. Evaluate the impact of AI on learning outcomes.