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Empowering Leaders: Promoting Academic Integrity and Adapting to the AI-Driven Future

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Colorado Convention Center, 103/5

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Educational Technology Director
Pocantico Hills CSD
@AlanaWinnick
@AlanaWinnick
ISTE Certified Educator
Alana Winnick is an award-winning leader who holds positions as the Educational Technology Director and Data Protection Officer for Pocantico Hills Central School District in Sleepy Hollow in New York, and the Hudson Valley Director for NYSCATE. She has established herself as a leading expert on AI in schools and is both the author and host of The Generative Age, a book and podcast that explores the rapidly evolving world of generative artificial intelligence and its impact on education.

Session description

In today's tech-driven world, educators must adapt curricular strategies. This session dives into Generative AI's role in education, ensuring academic integrity and promoting responsibility. Four district's unique approaches will be shared, and participants will learn to adjust policies, focusing on learning processes and gaining practical implementation strategies.

Purpose & objective

Session Purpose: To equip school leaders with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively navigate the integration of technology, particularly Generative AI, into the educational landscape, fostering an environment of innovation and growth.

Objectives:
Understand the potential and challenges of integrating Generative AI into the educational system.
Discuss how to create a shared vision for AI adoption in schools in alignment with the latest learning sciences.
Explore and identify ways to empower educators to confidently embrace and implement AI pedagogies.
Dive into recent research and innovations in AI to stay updated with the ever-evolving educational landscape.

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Outline

1. Introduction (5 minutes)
Welcome and session overview
2. The Rise of Generative AI in Education (5 minutes)
Definition and basic understanding of Generative AI
AIs current and potential roles in educational settings
3. Visionary Planning: Crafting the Future (10 minutes)
Discussing the evolving needs of modern students
Shaping a collective vision for tech integration in schools
4. Empowering Leaders and Educators (10 minutes)
Strategies to motivate and empower educators for tech adaptation
Role of leadership in setting the tone and direction
5. Dive into Research: Staying Ahead (10 minutes)
Overview of the latest findings from learning sciences
Relevance and application of research in school settings
The importance of continuous learning for leadership
6. Practical Steps: Implementation and Challenges (10 minutes)
Real-world case studies: successes and lessons learned
Strategies for smooth tech integration: professional development, infrastructure, and policy changes
Addressing common challenges and concerns
7. Q&A Session (8 minutes)
8. Conclusion and Takeaways (2 minutes)

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Supporting research

Our case study presentation has been significantly enriched by various influential sources. Notably, The Generative Age podcast has featured educators over the past year who explore the integration of generative artificial intelligence within the classroom setting. The insights shared during these episodes have profoundly influenced our approach to delivering this experience.

Furthermore, our presenter, Alana Winnick, is the esteemed author of "The Generative Age: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Education." Over the past year, Alana has dedicated her time to extensive research, experimentation, and staying abreast of the ever-changing educational landscape. Her expertise and commitment have greatly contributed to the depth and relevance of our content.

Baidoo-Anu, D., & Owusu Ansah, L. (2023). Education in the Era of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI): Understanding the Potential Benefits of ChatGPT in Promoting Teaching and Learning.

Halaweh, M. (2023). ChatGPT in education: Strategies for responsible implementation. Contemporary Educational Technology, 15(2).

Qadir, J. (2022). Engineering Education in the Era of ChatGPT: Promise and Pitfalls of Generative AI for Education.
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Future of Teaching and Learning: Insights and Recommendations, Washington, DC, 2023.

Zhai, X. (2022). ChatGPT user experience: Implications for education.

Winnick, A. (2023). The Generative Age: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Education. ConnectEDD.

Fitzpatrick, D., Fox, A., & Weinstein, B. (2023). The AI Classroom: The ultimate guide to artificial intelligence in education. TeacherGoals Publishing.

Miller, M (2023). AI For Educators. Ditch That Textbook.

Piercey, D (2023). 50 Strategies for Integrating AI Into the Classroom. Shell Education.

Hooker, C. (2023). Learning Evolution. XFactor Publishing.
How do I cite Generative AI in MLA style?. MLA Style Center. (2023, April 12). https://style.mla.org/citing-generative-ai/

Klein, A. (2023, February 15). Outsmart CHATGPT: 8 tips for creating assignments it can’t do. Education Week. https://www.edweek.org/technology/outsmart-chatgpt-8-tips-for-creating-assignments-it-cant-do/2023/02
Universal Design for Learning: Center for Teaching Innovation. Universal Design for Learning | Cornell University’s Center for Teaching Innovation. (n.d.). https://teaching.cornell.edu/teaching-resources/designing-your-course/universal-design-learning

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Session specifications

Topic:
Leadership
Skill level:
Intermediate
Audience:
Chief technology officers/superintendents/school board members, Principals/head teachers, Technology coordinators/facilitators
Attendee devices:
Devices not needed
ISTE Standards:
For Education Leaders:
Visionary Planner
  • Engage education stakeholders in developing and adopting a shared vision for using technology to improve student success, informed by the learning sciences.
Empowering Leader
  • Empower educators to exercise professional agency, build teacher leadership skills and pursue personalized professional learning.
For Educators:
Learner
  • Stay current with research that supports improved student learning outcomes, including findings from the learning sciences.