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Research Reimagined: Rebooting Student Inquiry

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Session description

Experience the future of academic research in this immersive session. Step into the student’s seat to explore innovative ed tech and AI tools like Padlet, School AI, Brisk Teaching, and Canva. Reimagine research, boost critical thinking, and spark curiosity through a hands-on, inquiry-driven learning experience.

Outline

The session will be run as a mock class with the participants being the students.
-Introductions, quick overview, connect to presentation - 5 min

-Explore = after being given a broad topic they "students" will have time to Explore using various AI and technology tools to narrow down a topic of interest - 15 min

-Reflection and Collaboration time - use a Padlet to share interests and possible find something more interesting by reading the information shared by peers - 10 min

-Gather more information about chosen topic (discuss how to cite AI references) - 10 min

-Create an image/visual in Canva to present findings - 15 min

-Share final product with class in Padlet - 5 min

The "students" will go through each phase of the research cycle and use the same tools to explore, create and share their work. They will need their devices and will be instructed on how to access all the digital tools that will be introduced in this lesson.

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Outcomes

After this session, participants will be able to design and facilitate inquiry-based research experiences using innovative ed tech and AI tools. They will practice integrating platforms like Padlet, School AI, Brisk Teaching, and Canva to guide "students" through each stage of the research cycle, promoting creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

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Supporting research

https://www.ed.gov/sites/ed/files/documents/ai-report/ai-report.pdf

https://www.briskteaching.com/post/why-ai-belongs-in-all-schools-smarter-teaching-with-brisk

https://www.edutopia.org/article/using-technology-support-student-engagement/

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Presenters

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Educational Technology Integrator
Gulliver Prep
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Educational Technology Integrator
Gulliver Schools
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EdTech Integrator
Gulliver Prep
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EdTech Integrator
Gulliver Academy - Marian C Krutulis Pk-8 Campus

Session specifications

Topic:

Online Tools, Apps, and Resources

Grade level:

6-8

Audience:

Teacher, Technology Coach/Trainer

Attendee devices:

Devices required

Attendee device specification:

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

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

We will be using Padlet, Brisk, School AI and Canva in this session. Links will be provided so it is not necessary to have them downloaded except maybe Canva for Education

Subject area:

Science, Social Studies or History

ISTE Standards:

For Coaches: Change Agent, Learning Designer
For Students: Empowered Learner

Transformational Learning Principles:

Spark Curiosity, Prioritize Authentic Experiences