Using AI to your Advantage

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Using AI to your Advantage
3 In-service Credits/45 hours Instructor: Richard Faber April 1-29, May 1-30,  May 15- June 15, June 1-30, July 1-30, August 1-30, October 1-30, December 1-30, January 3-30, February 1-28, March 1-30

While AI has been in the education technology space for a while, adoption has been slow. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual learning forced the industry to shift. AI helps streamline the student education process by offering access to suitable courses, bettering communication with tutors, and giving them more time to focus on other life aspects.

AI enhances the personalization of student learning programs and courses, promotes tutoring by helping students improve their weak spots and sharpen their skills, ensures quick responses between teachers and students, and enhances universal 24/7 learning access. Educators can use AI for task automation, including administrative work, evaluating learning patterns, grading papers, responding to general queries, and more. Here are eight ways AI is used in education.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

• Understand the basic concepts of Artificial Intelligence and its potential applications in education.
• Evaluate the benefits and limitations of AI in the classroom.
• Identify ethical considerations associated with the use of AI in education and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Analyze existing AI tools and technologies that can support classroom teaching and learning.
• Develop proficiency in using AI tools and technologies to enhance student engagement, performance, and creativity.
• Explore different AI-powered learning platforms, adaptive learning systems, and personalized learning approaches.
• Design, develop, and implement AI-enhanced instructional materials, including multimedia content, interactive assessments, and simulations.
• Foster collaboration and teamwork among students using AI tools and technologies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of AI-enhanced teaching and learning activities and reflect on their impact on student learning outcomes.
• Develop an action plan for integrating AI into classroom instruction and supporting ongoing professional development in this area.