Teaching in the Age of AI: Reflections from the Krause Center for Innovation
Last summer, I took the AI Capstone course at the Krause Center for Innovation at Foothill College, and it completely reframed how I think about artificial intelligence in education. I’ve always been curious about new technology, but this course went well beyond learning how to “use” AI tools. We unpacked how large language models (LLMs)…
AI Terms Every Educator and Leader Needs to Know
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education—not just as a tech trend but as a tool to enhance teaching, learning, and leadership. For educators, understanding AI isn’t about chasing the latest innovation. Strengthening critical thinking, creativity, empathy, and ethical decision-making is really the goal. By mastering the basics, we can integrate AI with purpose, using it…
Choosing Connection Over Convenience: 3 Things I’m NOT Using AI For
I don’t really like to cook. While I love to eat, cooking is just not something that brings me joy. If there’s a faster option, like ordering in or using the microwave, I’m all about it. But even I know that some meals require care, effort, and that personal touch you can’t outsource to DoorDash….
From GPS to GPTs: Steering Students Toward AI Literacy
AI is like your GPS. You plug in the destination, and it gives you directions. It’s great at finding the fastest route, avoiding traffic, and even letting you know when there’s an In-N-Out Burger nearby. But here’s the thing: if you don’t know where you’re going in the first place, the GPS is useless. And…
A Beginner’s Guide to Using AI for Lesson Planning
The Sunday night scaries have crept in. You’re thinking about your stack of ungraded papers, unfinished lesson plan for tomorrow, and your to-do list is reminding you to buy snacks for tomorrow’s staff meeting. Besides turning on the Calm app to try and squeeze in some mindfulness (Free to CTA members, btw!), what if I…
5 Reasons Teachers Should Start Using AI (Right Now)
AI isn’t here to replace you. It is here to support you. Imagine if you had a co-teacher who worked tirelessly to help you plan and spark new ideas. (Shoutout to the best student-teacher I ever had – Gil Concepcion, you were so clutch in 2020!) That’s what AI can do for us as teachers….
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…
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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