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Workshop Title	Description	Presenter	Schedule & Venue
	A.I. Level One For Educators Course Overview: This course is designed to introduce educators to the basics of artificial intelligence (AI). It will provide participants with a solid foundation in AI concepts, applications, and implications for education. Course Objectives: Define AI and understand its key components (e.g., machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing). Explore common AI applications in education, such as intelligent tutoring systems, personalized learning, and automated grading. Evaluate the potential benefits and challenges of using AI in the classroom. Develop practical skills for using AI tools and resources effectively. Understand ethical considerations and responsible AI practices in education. Course Delivery: This course will be delivered: Online in Google Classroom broken into 4 modules It will be Self-paced learning with resources and interactive activities. Target Audience: This course is for educators at the beginning level of using A.I. ChatBots. This course will help you stay up-to-date with educational technology trends and enhance their teaching practices.	Michael Dingman	Friday, October 11 - Location - On-Line
	Craft the Perfect Prompt: Unleashing the Power of A.I. Chatbots in Your Classroom Join us as we delve into the art of writing effective prompts for A.I. Chatbots. In this Session, you will: Understand how A.I. Chatbots work and their capabilities in education. Learn how a well-crafted prompt can help the Chatbot to create insightful responses, creative content, and engaging activities for your students.. Practice writing prompts for various subjects and age groups through engaging activities. Learn how to identify and refine your prompts for the best results.. Leave the session feeling confident in your ability to write prompts that maximize student learning and engagement with A.I. Chatbots.	Michael Dingman	Friday, October 11 - Location - On-Line
	Creating Engaging ELA Lessons with A.I. Chatbots (Grades K-12) This session explores how A.I. Chatbot tools can enhance your teaching to spark creativity in your ELA classes. With A.I. Chatbots we will: Utilize A.I. Chatbots to: create engaging grammar and punctuation activities, providing students with immediate feedback and practice opportunities. Introducing A.I. Chatbots that present opposing viewpoints or act as devil's advocates, promoting critical thinking and persuasive writing skills.. Explore how Chatbots can tailor reading exercises, suggest writing prompts based on student strengths, and provide individualized feedback. Use A.I. Chatbots to create engaging ELA lessons and activities across various grade levels and literary genres. This session will show how A.I. Chatbots can transform your ELA classroom into a vibrant hub for learning and exploration.	Michael Dingman	Friday, October 11 - Location - On-Line
	History Comes Alive: Unleashing the Power of A.I. Chatbots in Social Studies (Grades K-12) This session explores the potential of A.I. Chatbot tools to help create engaging social studies lessons. With A.I. Chatbots we will: Design activities where students can "speak" with historical figures through Chatbots, gaining first-hand perspectives on historical events. Explore how Chatbots can guide students on virtual tours of different cultures and countries, fostering an understanding of diverse perspectives and global issues. Introduce A.I. Chatbots that represent opposing viewpoints on historical events, prompting students to debate, analyze evidence, and develop critical arguments.. Use A.I. Chatbots to create engaging social studies lessons and activities across various grade levels. This session will give you the knowledge and tools to use A.I. Chatbots to create engaging lessons/activities in your Social Studies classroom.	Michael Dingman	Friday, October 11 - Location - On-Line
	Mastering Math with A.I.: Unleashing the Power of Chatbots in Your Classroom (Grades K-12) This session explores the potential of A.I. to enhance math lessons/activities in your classroom, from elementary to high school. With A.I. Chatbots we will: Learn to leverage A.I. Chatbots to personalize tasks, provide explanations at different levels, and cater to diverse learning styles. Generate engaging and personally relevant problems See How A.I. Chatbots can also offer pedagogy tips and strategies to help support support various math topics You will leave the session with the tools and knowledge to leverage A.I. Chatbots in your math classroom.	Michael Dingman	Friday, October 11 - Location - On-Line
	Science Adventures with A.I.: Unleashing the Power of Chatbots in Your Classroom This Session explores the potential of A.I. Chatbots to create engaging science experiences for your students. With AI chatbots we will: Explore how Chatbots can act as virtual scientists, engaging students in conversations about scientific discoveries and answering their burning questions. Use Chatbots to create virtual labs and simulations. This Session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to harness the power of A.I. Chatbots to design engaging lessons and activities for your students.	Michael Dingman	Friday, October 11 - Location - On-Line
	Supercharge Student Success: A.I. Chatbots for Differentiation & Engagement in Special Education This session will explore how A.I. Chatbots can be a tool in special education classrooms. Using A.I. Chatbots we will: Discover how Chatbots can create engaging review sessions in a format that caters to different learning styles. Utilize Chatbots for Scaffolding and Support for lessons/activities Create an engaging lesson plan/activity Leave the session equipped with practical strategies and resources to integrate A.I. Chatbots seamlessly into your special education curriculum.	Michael Dingman	Friday, October 11 - Location - On-Line
	What Is A.I.? Empowering Educators: Unleashing the Potential of A.I. in Your Classroom Join us for a beginner-friendly asynchronous course exploring A.I. and how it can transform your teaching. In this interactive session, you'll learn: What A.I. is and how it works Applications in the Classroom: Leave the session feeling empowered and equipped to leverage the power of A.I. to create a more engaging and effective learning experience for your students.	Michael Dingman	Friday, October 11 - Location - On-Line
	Asynchronous Google Apps for Your Classroom Level 2 Get ready to dive back into the world of digital tools that enhance you learning and teaching experience. We are going to dive into collaboration, creation, and communication through apps like Google Classroom, Chat, Sites, and so much more!	Michael Dingman, Allison Glassman	Monday, April 28 - Location - On-Line
	Edpuzzle: Let's Get Interactive! Edpuzzle is a great way to transform passive video watching into dynamic learning experiences. Discover how to embed questions, notes, and voiceovers directly into videos, capturing student attention and deepening comprehension. Learn to analyze student responses and gain valuable insights into learning, making your video lessons more engaging and effective than ever before.	Allison Glassman	Friday, May 9 - Location - Main Campus - (110 Elwood Davis Rd - Liverpool)
	App Creation with MAD Learn! MAD Learn: Empower Your Students as Mobile App Creators! This session introduces you to a platform where students design and build their own mobile apps; fostering creativity, problem-solving, and real-world tech skills. Learn how to guide your students through the entire app development process, turning them from consumers to innovators.	Allison Glassman	Friday, May 23 - Location - Main Campus - (110 Elwood Davis Rd - Liverpool)
	Kami: Transform your classroom into a collaborative digital workspace This session unveils how Kami empowers educators and students to annotate, collaborate, and interact with digital documents seamlessly. Discover how to leverage Kami's features to enhance feedback, promote active learning, and foster deeper engagement with PDFs and other digital content.	Allison Glassman	Thursday, June 5 - Location - Main Campus - (110 Elwood Davis Rd - Liverpool)
	IXL: Personalize Learning and Progress This session dives into IXL's dynamic platform, showcasing how its adaptive curriculum and comprehensive analytics can transform your instruction. Learn to leverage IXL's targeted skill practice, real-time diagnostics, and detailed reporting to meet individual student needs and drive measurable academic growth.	Allison Glassman	Friday, June 13 - Location - Main Campus - (110 Elwood Davis Rd - Liverpool)

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