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AI in Education: Community-Powered Digital Citizenship

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Colorado Convention Center, 607

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Robert Dickson

Chief Information Officer

Wichita Public Schools
@showmerob
@showmerob

I'm the CIO of Wichita Public Schools, Kansas's largest district, leading Information Systems and Technology for 50,000 students in 94 schools. I won the 2021 Orbie KC CIO of the Year award and founded Education Imagine Academy, a 2021-22 Microsoft Showcase School. I also launched an esports program with Wichita State University and a Digital Literacy and Citizenship initiative. I'm among the 2024 District Administration’s Top 100 Influencers in Education. I aim to empower students with 21st-century skills.

Jennifer Ehehalt

Regional Manager, Education Program

@Jennifer Ehehalt
@JenniferEhehalt

Jennifer Ehehalt is the Sr. Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. As a former elementary educator, Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. Jennifer designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights thought leaders by creating and moderating conversations on timely topics relevant to digital teaching and learning. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in educational leadership.

Tia Jones

Ed Tech Instructional Coach

Wichita Public Schools
@TiaMaRena
@TiaJones

Tia Jones is a highly experienced educator with 22 years of teaching experience, specializing in middle school science and STEM. Currently, she works as the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools (VILS) Ed Tech Instructional Coach at Pleasant Valley Middle School in the Wichita Public Schools district. Tia's unique superpower lies in her ability to motivate and encourage others, making her a cheerleader for educators to incorporate effective teaching strategies and purposeful technology into their classrooms for the benefit of student learning.

Merve Lapus

VP, Education Outreach & Engagement

Common Sense Media
@molapus
@molapus

Merve is a Results-driven education strategist with a track record of expanding reach and impact in K12 learning environments with over 23 years of experience. As Vice President of Outreach & Engagement at Common Sense Education, he's led initiatives that have reached over 90,000 schools and supported 1.2 million educators. This includes overseeing a regional team driving community engagement, access, and professional development across school community stakeholders including school adoption, district implementation, parent/family engagement, strategic marketing, and community development.

Donnie Piercey

Teacher

Fayette County Public Schools
@mrpiercey
@mr.piercey

Donnie Piercey is the 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year, and he specializes in using technology to promote student inquiry and engagement. This past year, Donnie published the top selling "50 Strategies for Integrating AI in to the Classroom" published through Teacher Created Materials. Over the past eighteen years of teaching, these interests have given him the chance to represent his class all around the world, including a National Geographic fellowship to Antarctica in 2018. Donnie is also the host of Teachers Passing Notes, Gen-Z Media’s podcast created for educators.

Dyane Smokorowski

Coordinator of Digital Literacy

Wichita Public Schools
@Mrs_Smoke
@mrssmokeks

Dyane Smokorowski is an accomplished educator, having been inducted into the National Teacher Hall of Fame in 2019 and named 2013 Kansas Teacher of the Year. As Coordinator of Digital Literacy in the Wichita Public Schools, she fosters a student-centered classroom that builds skills in communication, planning, research, and project implementation. Mrs. Smoke also creates engaging professional development opportunities for teachers. She believes in instilling a love for innovation, communication, and technology to help students and educators thrive in the global community. Mrs. Smoke's guidance inspires students and teachers to reach their full potential and make a positive impact on the world.

Session description

Join our lively panel as we journey into the AI-fueled future of education! Unite stakeholders, wield AI responsibly, and craft adaptable digital literacy solutions. Embrace innovative professional growth and student-centered strategies, all while rallying the community. Depart with an action plan for an AI-bright educational horizon!

Purpose & objective

Purpose: Our presentation centers on developing a comprehensive plan for leveraging AI as a transformative tool in education, in collaboration with a diverse range of community stakeholders, including students, families, teachers, coaches, administrators, and CIOs. We'll also prioritize ethical considerations and the promotion of digital literacy and digital citizenship among all stakeholders.

Objectives (Participant Outcomes):

Stakeholder Collaboration: Participants will learn strategies for fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders to create a unified vision for AI integration in education.

Community Engagement: Attendees will explore methods for engaging families, teachers, coaches, administrators, and CIOs in discussions and decision-making processes related to AI in education.

Ethical Frameworks: We'll discuss ethical considerations surrounding AI tools in education and provide guidance on developing ethical frameworks for responsible AI usage.

Digital Literacy and Citizenship: Participants will understand the importance of digital literacy and digital citizenship in the age of AI and learn how to prioritize and promote these skills among all stakeholders.

Educational Challenge/Situation:
The educational challenge is adapting to the rapid advancements in technology, specifically AI, while involving all stakeholders in the decision-making process to ensure ethical, equitable, and effective AI integration.

Technology Intervention:
We will focus on various AI tools and platforms, considering their ethical implications and emphasizing the development of digital literacy and digital citizenship alongside their implementation. Specifically, we will share Common Sense Media's AI Product Reviews (currently in development, but will be available https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ai by Nov 2023).

Models Employed:
Model will include collaborative decision-making resources that will be generated in partnership with Common Sense Media and the Wichita Public Schools.

Evidence of Success:
Success will be evident through active audience engagement, including asking thought-provoking questions, live polling, and participating in brief discussions during the panel. These interactions will showcase the audience's keen interest and involvement in the presented topics.

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Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)
Welcome and panelist introductions.
Overview of the session's objectives.

Understanding Current Concerns around AI and Digital Citizenship (10 minutes)
Identifying and discussing current concerns related to AI and digital citizenship for all stakeholders.
Audience will interact via polls in Mentimeter as we assess the common concerns with AI amongst audience members.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement (15 minutes)
Emphasizing the importance of collaboration and community engagement.
Sharing strategies for fostering collaboration among diverse education community members.

Designing an AI Plan for Digital Literacy and Citizenship with Community Focus (15 minutes)
Outlining a step-by-step plan for integrating AI technologies into educational settings, with a strong emphasis on digital literacy and citizenship.
Emphasizing customization to align with individual community needs and values.

Interactive Audience Engagement (10 minutes)
Q&A session with the audience.

Elevating Stakeholder Voices in Collaborative Community Conversations (5 minutes)
Highlighting the importance of elevating stakeholder voices.
Sharing practical tactics for facilitating community conversations around AI in education.

Closing Remarks (5 minutes)
Summarizing key takeaways.
Encouraging continued collaboration and community engagement.

Time Allocation:
Introduction: 5 minutes
Understanding Current Concerns: 10 minutes
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: 15 minutes
Designing an AI Plan with Community Focus: 15 minutes
Interactive Audience Engagement: 10 minutes
Elevating Stakeholder Voices: 5 minutes
Closing Remarks: 5 minutes

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Supporting research

Holmes, W., Porayska-Pomsta, K., Holstein, K., Sutherland, E., Baker, T. T., Shum, S. B., Santos, O. C., Rodrigo, M. M. T., Cukurova, M., Bittencourt, I. I., & Koedinger, K. R. (2021). Ethics of AI in Education: Towards a Community-Wide framework. International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education, 32(3), 504–526. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40593-021-00239-1

Torney, R. (2023, April 15). AI and Our Kids: Common Sense Considerations and Guidance for Parents, Educators, and Policymakers . Common Sense Media. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/featured-content/files/common-sense-ai-polling-memo-may-10-2023-final.pdf

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Session specifications

Topic:

Artificial Intelligence

Grade level:

PK-12

Skill level:

Beginner

Audience:

Chief technology officers/superintendents/school board members, Coaches, Teachers

Attendee devices:

Devices useful

Attendee device specification:

Smartphone: Android, iOS, Windows
Laptop: PC, Chromebook, Mac
Tablet: Android, iOS, Windows

ISTE Standards:

For Coaches:
Digital Citizen Advocate

Partner with educators, leaders, students and families to foster a culture of respectful online interactions and a healthy balance in their use of technology.

For Education Leaders:
Equity and Citizenship Advocate

Model digital citizenship by critically evaluating online resources, engaging in civil discourse online and using digital tools to contribute to positive social change.

For Educators:
Designer

Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.

AI in Education: Community-Powered Digital Citizenship

, Colorado Convention Center, 607

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