Unlocking AI: Education Edition

Unlocking AI: Education Edition

Wed, September 17 2:45 PM - Wed, November 5 2025 3:45 PM

Administered by Griffin

Presenters

  • Erin Hagen

Description

Course Description:
Step into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence in this hands-on, beginner-friendly course designed specifically for educators! Over three interactive 1-hour sessions, you’ll explore what AI is, how it works, and — most importantly — how you can use it to support teaching, learning, and your own productivity.

No experience is required — just bring your curiosity and your favorite device. Each session will include live demonstrations, guided practice, and time to explore AI tools you can immediately apply in your classroom or professional role.

Session Breakdown:

Session 1: Demystifying AI

  • What is Artificial Intelligence (AI) and why it matters in education

  • Exploring real-world examples you already use without realizing it

  • Introduction to popular AI tools and platforms

  • Interactive activity: Your first AI prompts — see it in action!

Session 2: AI for Teaching & Learning

  • Tips for creating engaging lessons and materials with AI

  • How to use AI for differentiation, accessibility, and creativity

  • Exploring ways AI can save you time (grading support, parent communication, lesson planning)

  • Interactive activity: Build a lesson plan or resource using AI together

Session 3: Responsible & Creative AI Use

  • Best practices for ethical, safe, and responsible AI use in schools

  • Discussing bias, privacy, and digital citizenship with students

  • Tips for teaching students about AI in age-appropriate ways

  • Interactive activity: Share and showcase what you’ve created and explore next steps


Location

Griffin School
6530 33rd Ave NW Olympia WA 98502-8846

Dates

  • Wed, September 17 2025
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
    Library
  • Wed, October 15 2025
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
  • Wed, November 5 2025
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

Registration

Event # 193755

Price
Free
Registration Ends
Monday Sep 22, 2025 11:59 PM
Registration is now closed.

Professional Hours

Clock Hour Number: 193755
3.00 Clock Hours $14.00
3.00 STEM

Subjects

AI AI Innovators