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The Teacher’s Guide to Building a Custom AI Assistant

Teachers carry more in one day than most people realize. That’s why the idea of adding yet another tool into the mix can feel like someone handing you a kettlebell when you’re already juggling flaming torches. So let’s take a breath. Because this is not one more thing. Creating a custom AI assistant (also known…

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Think of a GPT as a laminator for your brain... suddenly you're not reinventing the wheel every time you plan a lesson, write directions, or differentiate a text. You're starting at 30 percent instead of zero, and that changes everything. - Stacy Kratochvil

Celebrating a Lifetime of Achievement

Gay Krause Honored at the 29th Annual Celebration of Leaders & ATHENA Awards We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Gay Krause, Director of the Krause Center for Innovation (KCI), for being the esteemed recipient of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award! This accolade is a testament to her unwavering dedication, pioneering spirit, and…

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KCI Team’s Insights from CUE 2024 in Palm Springs

The KCI team recently soaked up the sunshine and innovation at the CUE conference in Palm Springs! While we immersed ourselves in networking and explored a variety of EdTech themes at the conference, we’re particularly keen to spotlight AI’s transformative impact on educators and students and share a few tools that we learned about. AI…

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Celebrating Gay Krause: A Pioneer in Educational Innovation on International Women’s Day

In the spirit of International Women’s Day, it’s crucial to shine a light on the trailblazers who have carved pathways for progress in various fields. One such pioneer, Gay  Krause, has left an indelible mark on the world of education through her innovative endeavors and relentless dedication. As we celebrate this special day, let’s delve…

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Elevating Education: Key Insights from the 2024 CISC Symposium

The 2024 CISC Symposium in Monterey, California, hosted by Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) with the theme “Students Rising,” united educators and innovators to explore innovative topics aimed at uplifting every student. The event featured workshops, keynotes, and discussions focused on enhancing educational strategies and innovations. The Krause Center for Innovation’s Team (Gay…

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Insights from the Silicon Valley AI Leadership Summit: Shaping the Future of AI in Education

The Krause Center for Innovation (KCI), in partnership with the AI Education Project (aiEDU) recently hosted a groundbreaking event, the Bay Area Summit on AI Education, marking a significant stride toward integrating artificial intelligence into educational paradigms. This full-day summit, held on February 2nd, 2024, at the Krause Center for Innovation at Foothill College, brought…

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Celebrating Our Partnership: A Look Back at the Power of Partnerships Event with SCCOE

We recently had the honor of being recognized as a distinguished partner honoree at the inaugural “Power of Partnerships: Together We Inspire” event hosted by the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE). This recognition is not just an award; it symbolizes our commitment to student success and embodies our shared values and goals with…

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