Not long ago, the conversation around AI in education centered on whether it would revolutionize K12 education. That debate is over. AI has already transformed classrooms, reshaping how educators teach, how students learn, and how assessments are conducted. Now, the real question is: How much further will AI take us? This session will begin with a description of how teachers are already using AI in their classrooms at every level. We’ll then examine how state agencies are leveraging AI to rethink standardized testing, how entire school systems are incorporating AI-driven learning tools, and, if the rumors are true, how the College Board may soon require AI-supported project-based learning (PBL) in all AP courses; also how this work will be assessed with AI. We’ll also look ahead, drawing on insights from thought leaders like Sal Khan and other futurists, to discuss where AI in education is headed. Will AI-powered tutors become standard? Will assessments shift entirely to AI-driven models? What are the ethical and pedagogical challenges ahead? Whether you’re already embracing AI in your teaching or just beginning to explore its implications, this session will offer you a chance to consider both the present reality and future possibilities of AI in education.
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