Read here about our full webinar series on AI in the Classroom
In this webinar, we’ll review some key implications for K12 educators, ways to leverage generative AI effectively, and strategies for staying informed in this rapidly evolving landscape. The arrival of easily accessible generative AI has been called a Promethean moment, and it has already had a massive impact on how we teach and learn. For educators, this new technology has the ability to improve their efficiency and free up time for more high-value activities, addressing global issues around burnout and teacher shortages. For learners, generative AI offers the promise of more adaptive and personalized learning, a proven tactic for increasing education outcomes. Yet, as with all technological advances, there are risks and pitfalls to bear in mind -- concerns that are even more salient when considering use by or with young people.
DAY: Tuesday, November 28th, 2023
TIME: 12 pm EST | 6 pm CET | 1030 pm IST
Speakers:
Brittany Aubin is a technical advisor for educational technology at IREX, an international non-profit specializing in global education and development. She has spent the last decade working in online education and is passionate about the use of technology to accelerate learning.
This series will explore our understanding of AI literacy and the impacts of AI on media education by discussing the benefits and challenges brought on by AI’s growing presence in the classroom.
What are the impacts of AI in education and media literacy? Should we use AI in the classroom? What does it mean to be AI-literate?
This new AI webinar series from the Media Education Lab explores the potential range of affordances and challenges associated with AI and its implementation as a tool for media education. In particular, the webinars will discuss the use of AI to enhance or hinder the educational experience, the impact of AI on teaching and learning, and the implications of AI-driven technologies such as search engines, chats, images, and videos. The discussion will delve into the ethical implications of AI in media education, including issues of privacy, data security, and copyrights. As part of each session, the webinar series will provide practical advice for educators on how we can best utilize AI in the classroom.
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For more information or if you wish to present in this series, please contact:
Jocelyn Young, Webinar Series Manager | jocelyn@mediaeducationlab.com
Devina Sarwatay, Webinar Series Manager | devina@mediaeducationlab.com