AI 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Future-Proofing your Classroom

Thu. May 8, 2025 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $20
ROE 39: Macon/Piatt 3433 Rupp Parkway (Park 101), Decatur, IL, United States

Ready to get started? Let’s dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence in education with this workshop designed for practicing educators. From AI’s roots to today’s cutting-edge developments in generative AI, we’ll start by exploring a broad overview of AI’s history and introduce you to many fundamental AI concepts. From there, we’ll explore where AI and education meet, including key AI literacy principles and potential application in a classroom environment. You’ll even gain some hands-on experience with current AI tools that can streamline lesson creation and other day-to-day teaching tasks.

Matt Sherrill
Matt Sherrill
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | East Central Region, Learning Technology Center