In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing, it is crucial for educators and students to stay ahead by understanding the implications, benefits, and ethical considerations of AI in the classroom. The session aims to address common concerns and misconceptions about AI in education, explore its potential benefits and risks, and provide a comprehensive guide on integrating AI tools effectively while maintaining critical thinking, accuracy, and ethical standards. Participants will gain insights into the ethical implications of AI, including issues of bias, data privacy, and intellectual property. The session will begin with an introduction and icebreaker, allowing participants to share their concerns about AI in the classroom. This will be followed by an overview of AI and its applications in education, highlighting both the benefits and risks through case studies that showcase AI-related issues such as bias, false information, and ethical dilemmas. The session will then delve into ethical considerations and best practices, examining issues like bias, data privacy, and intellectual property, and providing strategies for promoting critical thinking and verifying AI-generated content. Participants will be encouraged to create a classroom charter for ethical AI use, fostering collaboration and practical application of the concepts discussed. This session is designed for educators, school administrators, and instructional technology specialists interested in integrating AI tools into their teaching practices while maintaining ethical standards and promoting critical thinking. By attending this session, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to use AI responsibly and ethically, ensuring that they stay more intelligent than artificial intelligence.
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