How do we bring brave beginners and bold early adopters together to explore AI Literacy?

In this episode of the Shifting Schools podcast, you’ll join Tricia and Jeff as they dive into their recent experiences and reflections on AI and education. They’re excited to share the consulting work they’ve been doing and the innovative ways they’re incorporating AI into the classroom. Tricia discusses her passion for teaching creative writing and how she’s been using AI-generated art to fuel students’ creativity. Jeff, on the other hand, shares his experiences working with school leaders and presenting at conferences, highlighting the importance of teaching AI as an equity issue. They also discuss AI literacy and the need for everyone to advocate for fair and just AI systems. Throughout the conversation, Tricia and Jeff emphasize the transformative potential of AI in education and the importance of educators being actively engaged in the conversation. 

Tricia and Jeff unveil their new offering, the Shifting Schools cohort, a three-week transformative program for educators. With access to live webinars, generative AI resources, and a supportive online community, this cohort promises to revolutionize the way educators integrate technology. 

• Check out Tricia’s LinkedIn profile for more information on her work with AI-generated art for creative writing.

• Google Be My Eyes to learn about the life-changing technology that helps blind and visually impaired individuals navigate the world.

• Read more Google’s partnership with the healthcare system to see the potential uses of AI in administrative tasks like filling out forms.

• Join the Shifting Schools cohort to become part of a community of educators exploring the use of AI in education and receive personalized support and resources.

• Follow the Unhinged Collaboration podcast for interviews and discussions about AI literacy and its impact on society.

• Share your own experiences and insights with AI in education to inspire and support other educators at Shifting Schools Camp

Interested in learning more about our team discount for the 3 Week Cohort?

Email info (at) shiftingschools.com

Timestamped summary of this episode:
00:00:18 – Introduction
Tricia and the host catch up and discuss their recent work in education consulting, including using AI-generated art in creative writing and exploring the potential of AI art in the business world.

00:02:01 – AI and Equity
The host shares his experience of presenting on AI to school leaders and how they are embracing it as an equity conversation. They discuss the importance of AI literacy and its potential to be used for good in transformative ways.

00:04:57 – AI in Healthcare and Education
The host mentions Google’s partnership with hospitals to use AI in the healthcare industry, as well as the potential for AI to assist with administrative tasks in education. They highlight the early days of AI and the exciting possibilities it offers.

00:06:34 – AI for Good
The conversation focuses on the ways AI can be used for good, such as the app “Be My Eyes” that helps blind or vision-impaired individuals by describing images and offering cooking suggestions. They emphasize the importance of understanding both the positive and negative aspects of AI.

00:09:47 – The Shifting Schools Cohort
The hosts discuss the success of their cohort model in building a community of educators interested in AI. They highlight the benefits of diverse participation and the opportunity for rich dialogue and personalized support.

00:14:23 – The Power of Collaboration in Education
The speaker discusses the importance of having a community to bounce ideas off and how technology can support educators in their work.

00:15:27 – New Offering for Winter Break
The speaker announces a three-week cohort starting in November for educators who want to experiment with technology in their classrooms.

00:16:16 – Tailoring Content to Educators’ Needs
The speaker highlights the benefit of gathering feedback from participants to create relevant and engaging webinars that meet the needs of educators.

00:18:24 – Three-Week Cohort Overview
The speaker outlines the structure of the three-week cohort, including live webinars, generative AI resources, weekly challenges, and a supportive online community.

00:19:25 – Team Discount and Limited Spots
The speaker offers a team discount for schools that sign up with ten or more participants and emphasizes the limited availability of spots in the cohort.

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