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When it comes to adopting AI at scale in education, questions abound: How do you build buy-in? How do you drive innovation and not simply optimize the status quo? How do you create stakeholder feedback loops? Earlier this month, at the inaugural ASU+GSV AIR Show, I moderated a discussion between three school district leaders about the ways they are using technology to address opportunities and challenges in their communities. Leaders from El Segundo CA, Santa Ana CA and New York City - very different districts - are translating AI policy into practice by:  🔑 engaging critical stakeholders from teachers to business leaders 🔑 addressing the tactical issues of keeping kids and their data safe in a digital world 🔑 accelerating teaching and learning by developing student-facing tools Even though our panel was about tech, much of our discussion came back to teachers, who serve as the bridge from tech innovations to game-changing learning. Also shoutout to Jerry Almendarez for my new favorite term, #ReverseMentors, to describe those rising leaders who are teaching us vets how to think differently about the Whys and Hows of our work. EDSAFE AI Alliance | ASU+GSV Summit | Santa Ana Unified School District | NYC Department of Education | EL SEGUNDO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

🚀 Unlock the Potential of Every Student with TAPS! 🚀 As educators, we strive to create dynamic and inclusive classrooms where every student can thrive. Here's a simple yet powerful strategy to achieve this: TAPS (Total Group, Alone, Partner, Small Group). 🔹 Total Group: Some lessons need to be delivered to the whole class. These moments are crucial for setting the foundation. 🔹 Alone: Allowing students to work independently empowers them to think critically and solve problems in their unique way. 🔹 Partner: Collaboration with a partner opens up a world of shared ideas and mutual learning, fostering deeper understanding. 🔹 Small Group: Small group activities encourage cooperation, utilizing the diverse strengths within the group to accelerate learning. In today's digital age, AI offers a wealth of free content and ideas. But what truly matters is how we bring those ideas to life in the classroom. So, my dearest educators, while you plan your lessons, harness the power of AI for those marvelous ideas. When implementing them, use the TAPS strategy to make your class inclusive and cater to all students' needs. Using these varied grouping strategies TAPS into students' potential, ensuring that every learner is engaged and supported. Reach out to me [email protected] or book a session with me today https://lnkd.in/dnd9XkcV #Education #TeachingStrategies #StudentEngagement #CollaborativeLearning #EdTech #AIinEducation #InclusiveLearning #cobuild

Unlocking the Future of Education: Harnessing AI and Online Resources for Teaching Excellence (video clip from the Teachers' Tech Talk) Earlier this week, I had an inspiring chat with educators who are just stepping into the game-changing world of tech in education. We discussed the incredible array of online resources available today (ranging from worksheets, lesson plans/notes, E-valuations, etc.), thanks to the advent of AI. The landscape of education is evolving rapidly, and these tools are essential for every teacher striving for more efficiency with less stress. AI-powered platforms and a plethora of online resources can revolutionize the way we teach, offering personalized learning experiences, automating administrative tasks, and providing real-time insights into student performance. However, the key to unlocking these benefits lies in our willingness to explore and integrate these tools into our classrooms. To help educators navigate this tech terrain, I'm excited to announce our upcoming SUMMER EDTECH TRAINING, starting next week! This training promises to dive deep into how AI and other digital resources can transform your pedagogical skills and mindset. We'll cover practical insights and hands-on sessions to ensure you leave with actionable strategies to enhance your efficiency and effectiveness. Join us on this journey towards a smarter, more streamlined educational experience. Together, let's embrace the future of education and make learning more engaging and accessible for all. #EdTech #AIinEducation #TeacherTraining #EducationalResources #FutureOfEducation #SummerEdTechTraining

𝐀𝐈 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊12 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 AI is reshaping education from K12 to higher ed, addressing unique needs across teaching, engagement and administration according to the latest from Brighteye Ventures . 𝘈𝘐 + 𝘒12 𝘌𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 📈 30% of schools now use AI, from grading automation to personalized learning. ⚙️ Limited infrastructure and teacher hesitancy slow AI integration in K12 classrooms. 🚀 Companies like Magic School and Curipod thrive with content creation tools, yet may need adaptive learning innovations to stand out. 💰 Schools, working under tight budgets, prioritize AI tools with clear ROI, such as grading automation, over experimental applications. ✅ Tools like GoGuardian meet regulatory needs, while partnerships and sponsorships make AI more accessible for budget-constrained schools. 𝘈𝘐 + 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘌𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 🏛️ Universities adopt AI on a department level, focusing on tasks like grading, admissions, and student services. 🧩 Tools like Labguru and LearnWise improve faculty efficiency and enhance student support. 💸 Universities, like USC with its $1B research initiative, heavily invest in AI, while smaller institutions seek scalable, affordable solutions. 🤝 Faculty-led pilots and partnerships with established platforms, like Pearson, help startups gain traction in universities. 📊 AI tools that improve metrics like student engagement and retention resonate strongly with university stakeholders. AI holds great potential to transform education by addressing sector-specific needs: K12 schools benefit from cost-effective, immediately impactful tools, while higher ed institutions focus on enhancing research, engagement, and efficiency. Ref: https://lnkd.in/gk57urSp https://lnkd.in/gwxPYkuT #AI #GenAI #LLM #MLLM #VLM #Education #EdTech #K12 #University #College

This episode is great for educators, policymakers, and anyone passionate about the intersection of technology and learning. #AI #digitalmedia #onlinelearning #technology #educators

"AI-AI-AI!" or "Aye-Yai-Yai..." Oh boy, it's a whirlwind. It's complex, with changes that easily outpace my absorption rate. Thanks to some gems this week (see below), I'm feeling optimistic today. Here are a few takeaways: 1. AI will undoubtedly be integrated, whether visibly or transparently, into most of the digital tools and systems educators use. 2. AI-infused tools will offer options for greater efficiencies in tasks that educators currently spend a tremendous amount of time on, such as planning, communicating, assessing, differentiation, and student data analysis. 3. Choosing to use these tools may allow educators to reallocate time and energy to crucial areas like classroom culture, student engagement, student agency, relationship building, family engagement, constructivist pedagogy, and fundamental decisions about when, what, and how students encounter learning experiences. 4. 1+2+3 = AI won't replace educators. The bots are not at the door with pitchforks (I just checked). However, it seems likely that educators who leverage AI, work smarter in some areas, and reallocate time toward critical work for their students will elevate their impact and value in the field. 5. The distinction between what AI will provide and what we increasingly need expert educators to provide creates another compelling motivation for addressing the educator pipeline with increased urgency, respect, and investment. Check out the gems from the past few weeks that are helping with my cautiously optimistic outlook: - Highly insightful podcasts from Ben Kornell and Alex Sarlin at EdTech Insiders that adeptly connect global edtech trends to implications at the policy, systemic, and classroom level (https://lnkd.in/g4CACFBh). - A thought-provoking article from Forbes forecasting what '24 will look like in education (https://lnkd.in/g3aCsFTE). - A great article in the Economist lays out some provocative and insightful ways AI can help teachers and education in general (https://lnkd.in/gV7CzHSz). - An example from the NYT that, while insightful, also contributes a narrative that bots are taking over education, a narrative that deserves some interrogation (https://lnkd.in/gZe9XTQ8). Edtech https://lnkd.in/gBtRMgrd • 1 min read

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Super excited to have received the notification from Solution Tree that #CoTeachingEvolved has been published. This upcoming week pre-orders will be fulfilled and on October 11th, 2024 the book will release on Amazon. Learn more about the book at: https://lnkd.in/gsR-Uacc 🚀 Chapter Highlights from "Co-Teaching Evolved: Partnership Strategies for an Equitable, Inclusive, and Tech-Powered Classroom"! ✨ Explore Co-Teaching Partnerships: Delve into dynamic partnerships in both physical and digital settings, with a focus on equity, inclusion, SEL, and academic growth for all learners. 📚 11 Research-Based Co-Teaching Strategies: Practical strategies ready for implementation across all educational levels. 🤝 Building Strong Relationships: Learn how to foster collegial relationships, manage conflicts, and create a positive classroom culture. 🕒 Attitude, Time, and Essential Agreements: The backbone of successful co-teaching endeavors. 📝 Efficient Planning & Lesson Design: With and without EdTech/AI—critical to impactful co-teaching. 🔍 Co-Teaching in Action: Integrating high-impact strategies to enhance student learning. 🌍 Classrooms Without Boundaries: Leverage EdTech and AI for flexible, effective instruction. 🛠 Specialist Integration: Enrich classrooms with multidisciplinary expertise. 👶 Early Childhood Co-Teaching: Address unique challenges and opportunities in Pre-K setups. 🌱 Cultivating a Co-Teaching Culture: Create a sustainable, systemic approach for schools. Thank you Solution Tree, our editors and team, my co-author Belinda Karge (this publication feels like a full-circle moment), and the co-teachers I have served with over the years. This is a culmination of that time co-teaching ELA, Math, and Social Science! #CoTeachingEvolved #EquityInEducation #InclusiveClassrooms #EdTech #SEL #CoTeachingStrategies #DigitalLearning #ClassroomCulture #AI #SolutionTree

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🌟 Exciting Times Ahead for Education! 🎓✨ The future of learning is here, and it's more innovative than ever. The World Economic Forum dives deep into how AI is revolutionizing Education 4.0! Imagine classrooms where lessons are tailored to each student’s needs, teachers are supported with smart tools, and lifelong learning becomes the norm. From AI-driven personalized learning paths to virtual reality classrooms, the transformation in education is not just on the horizon – it’s happening now. Curious about how technology is reshaping the way we learn and teach? This is a must-read! For more information, see the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gwwE9C_a #EducationRevolution #AIinEducation #FutureOfLearning #EdTech #PersonalizedLearning #Education4 #SmartClassrooms #LifelongLearning #VRinEducation #InnovativeTeaching