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Explore Chatbots: How Educators Can Streamline Tasks & Understand AI's Impact

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Colorado Convention Center, Innovation Arcade: Connections Theater

Innovation arcade: Connections theater
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Class Tech Tips, LLC
@classtechtips
@classtechtips
Dr. Monica Burns is an EdTech and Curriculum Consultant, author of EdTech Essentials (ASCD) and former New York City public school teacher. She works with schools and organizations around the world to support PreK-20 educators with thoughtful classroom technology integration. Monica’s website ClassTechTips.com and Easy EdTech Podcast helps educators place “tasks before apps” by promoting deeper learning with technology. Follow along with Monica on your favorite social channels @ClassTechTips.

Session description

Explore how the strategic use of generative AI, including chatbots like ChatGPT, can help educators increase efficiency. Learn about AI's impact in education, get familiar with ChatGPT and other AI tools, and understand how to save time and personalize instruction for your students.

Purpose & objective

Participants will be able to identify how generative AI can boost their efficiency during the school year.
Participants will be able to use chatbot technology to generate ideas that have direct impact on teaching and learning.

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Outline

5 minutes - Set the stage with an overview of generative AI and connection ISTE Standards
5 minutes - Interactive activity connected to chatbot technology (device-based activity)
15 minutes - overview of chatbot-specific strategies for boosting workflow efficiency
5 minutes - interactive activity (peer-to-peer interaction)
10 minutes - overview of tools designed for educators that can boost workflow efficiency
5 minutes - interactive activity (device-based activity)
10 minutes - explanation and demonstration of strategies leveraging popular, free AI tools for educators
5 minutes - Goal setting and questions

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Supporting research

Using AI Chatbots to Enhance Planning and Instruction (Quick Reference Guide - ISTE/ASCD) by Monica Burns, Ed.D
AI in Education (Education Next - VOL. 23, NO. 4) by John Bailey
The state of AI in 2023: Generative AI’s breakout year (McKinsey Global Institute)

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Session specifications

Topic:
Artificial Intelligence
Grade level:
PK-12
Skill level:
Beginner
Audience:
Curriculum/district specialists, Principals/head teachers, Teachers
Attendee devices:
Devices required
Attendee device specification:
Smartphone: Android, iOS, Windows
Laptop: Chromebook, Mac, PC
Tablet: Android, iOS, Windows
Participant accounts, software and other materials:
Attendees should have a device that allows them to access a web browser to fully participate.
ISTE Standards:
For Educators:
Leader
  • Model for colleagues the identification, exploration, evaluation, curation and adoption of new digital resources and tools for learning.
Designer
  • Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
Analyst
  • Use assessment data to guide progress and communicate with students, parents and education stakeholders to build student self-direction.