
The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education
An NWAIS Workshop Series to Explore How AI & ChatGPT will Impact Teaching & Learning
October 19, 26, and November 2, 2023
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Workshop Series Description
This workshop explores the rapid rise of ChatGPT and provides teachers with examples of how AI will impact teaching and learning. Discover new educational technologies that incorporate AI features. Engage in reflective discussions to explore the possibilities, challenges, and ethical considerations of using AI in education.
After the Completion of the Workshops Series, Participants Will Be Able To:
- Describe the fundamental capabilities of AI and generative AI and how it will transform teaching and learning.
- Construct a series of chat prompts to develop a model lesson plan using ChatGPT and analyze the results to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of generative AI.
- Review, experience, and evaluate various AI-enhanced edtech tools to develop an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of AI-enhanced products.

Session Descriptions
October 19, 2023 - 3:00-4:30pm PT
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence in Education: Understanding how ChatGPT and AI will Impact Education
This workshop explores the rapid rise of ChatGPT and provides teachers with examples of how AI will impact teaching and learning. Discover new educational technologies that incorporate AI features. Engage in reflective discussions to explore the possibilities, challenges, and ethical considerations of using AI in education.
October 26, 2023 - 3:00-4:30pm PT
Mastering ChatGPT to Create Lesson Plans: Crafting Effective Prompts for Desired Outcomes
This workshop analyzes how to effectively use ChatGPT to construct lesson plans. You will engage in hands-on activities using ChatGPT to generate lesson plans, activities, and assessments. Using the Backwards Design Framework, you will explore how to construct effective prompts to get the results you want from ChatGPT. You will also reflect on the efficacy of generative AI in lesson planning through insightful discussions.
November 2, 2023 - 3:00-4:30pm PT
Harnessing the Power of New AI-Enhanced Edtech Tools: Exploring Innovative AI Edtech Tools for Effective Teaching and Learning
This workshop evaluates how new AI-enhanced applications can help you become a more effective and productive teacher. Through a combination of demonstrations and hands-on activities, you will explore a range of AI-enhanced tools that can enhance classroom instruction, assessment, and personalized learning experiences for students. You will also investigate new AI-enhanced tools that students can use to improve their learning.
About the Instructor
Dr. Jim Dunnigan
Instructor, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, Arizona State University
Dr. Dunnigan has extensive classroom experience in K-12 schools as well as a decade of teaching in higher education. As a member of the AI Learning Futures Collaborative at ASU he researches the possibilities and implications of AI in education.
Registration
Registration is now open!
Participants will register for the full course. In the case that you are not able to attend all three sessions in real time, all registrations include access to session recordings. Recordings should not be shared.
Pricing
Single Workshop Registration (Includes access to all three workshops and recording*)
Member Schools - $255
Non-Members - $355
* Link to recordings will remain active for two weeks following each session CancellationSubstitutions may be made any time prior to the first workshop. Written cancellations received for courses are eligible for a refund after a $50 cancellation fee.
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