SMSD Elementary IFair 2025

AI is everywhere, but what does it really mean for education? Should we be excited about its potential or cautious about its implications? In this session, we’ll demystify artificial intelligence and explore how it can empower educators and enhance student learning. You'll leave with practical strategies and tools to integrate AI effectively and confidently in your teaching practice.

Goals:
1. Participants will evaluate the benefits and challenges of AI technology in education.
2. Participants will create a classroom plan to address advancements in AI while aligning with district goals.
3. Participants will explore AI tools to streamline classroom processes and enhance student learning outcomes.

This is an entry-level look at how AI can support the classroom teacher in their daily tasks and help them be more efficient with their time. The focus of the session will be on School AI, Brisk, and Canva.  We will share how these platforms can be used to assist teachers with communication, planning, and instructional materials.

AI is everywhere, but what does it really mean for education? Should we be excited about its potential or cautious about its implications? In this session, we’ll demystify artificial intelligence and explore how it can empower educators and enhance student learning. You'll leave with practical strategies and tools to integrate AI effectively and confidently in your teaching practice.

Goals:
1. Participants will evaluate the benefits and challenges of AI technology in education.
2. Participants will create a classroom plan to address advancements in AI while aligning with district goals.
3. Participants will explore AI tools to streamline classroom processes and enhance student learning outcomes.