AI Without the Autopilot: Keeping Student Thinking at the Center

As AI tools enter classrooms, the challenge isn’t access—it’s intention. CSTA Responsible AI Fellows model how student-facing AI tools can deepen learning rather than replace thinking. Participants will explore classroom-ready examples that address bias, ethical use, and human decision-making, while highlighting impactful instructional moves. Attendees will leave with practical strategies for clarifying AI’s role, designing tasks that require original thinking, and teaching students to question and verify AI output - ensuring AI supports curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.