Course | AI-Powered K-12 Teaching and Learning

Overview

AI is transforming how students learn and teachers teach—and K–12 educators are leading that change. This course helps you integrate AI into instruction, engagement, and assessment with confidence, combining innovation with ethical, equitable, and practical classroom application.

This self-paced course empowers K–12 educators to harness the potential of AI to enhance teaching and learning. Through interactive, scaffolded modules, you’ll explore how AI can support differentiated instruction, streamline lesson planning, personalize feedback, and strengthen communication with families. Whether you’re new to AI or already experimenting with it, you’ll gain hands-on experience using real classroom examples, reflective prompts, and tools like ChatGPT. By the end, you’ll create a customized, portfolio-ready AI Integration Plan designed to meet your classroom’s unique needs—grounded in ethical, inclusive, and effective practices that prepare students for the future of learning.

Online - self-paced.
5 hours to complete.
6 modules.

Key Benefits

• Use AI to enhance lesson planning, differentiation, and feedback.
• Build strategies to personalize student learning and streamline workflows.
• Communicate confidently with families about the role of AI in education.
• Create interactive, classroom-ready tools and assessments.
• Develop a personalized, portfolio-ready AI Integration Plan.

What’s Included

• Self-paced modules designed for real classroom contexts.
• Ready-to-use lesson plans, student activities, and communication templates.
• Reflective prompts and hands-on practice with AI tools like ChatGPT.
• Downloadable classroom resources for immediate implementation.
• A final project aligned to your specific teaching goals and student needs.

Course Modules

1. Foundations of Generative AI
Learn how generative AI works, its strengths and weaknesses, and how to use it responsibly in the classroom.

2. Defining Ethical AI Use in Education
Explore classroom guidelines and model responsible, equitable digital practices for students.

3. AI for Student Engagement & Personalized Learning
Use AI to differentiate instruction and create engaging, adaptive learning experiences for all students.

4. AI for Lesson Planning
Streamline lesson planning, generate ideas, and co-create assessments using AI tools.

5. AI for Assessment, Feedback, and Communication
Automate routine tasks like grading, progress tracking, and classroom communication to save time and increase impact.

6. Talking to Parents About AI
Build confidence in communicating with families about your classroom AI practices, values, and safeguards.

Who This Course is Designed For:

• K–12 teachers integrating AI into instruction and assessment.
• Instructional coaches supporting innovation in the classroom.
• Special education and ELL educators seeking differentiated tools.
• Tech-savvy teachers exploring ethical AI use.
• New teachers developing future-ready strategies.
• School leaders seeking practical AI classroom insight.
• Educators communicating directly with parents and families.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
• Explain key AI concepts and applications in K–12 teaching
• Apply frameworks (e.g., WEIRD, RACCCA) to evaluate AI outputs
• Evaluate ethical considerations including accessibility and equity
• Identify AI-powered tools for instruction, assessment, and learning
• Design an AI-enhanced instructional strategy for your classroom

Practical Skills You Will Develop

This program equips learners with vital skills to thrive in today's complex workforce. Key skills include:
• Parent communication strategies
• Educational technology evaluation
• AI integration in lesson planning
• Personalized and differentiated instruction
• Digital ethics and responsible AI use
• Portfolio development and instructional design

These Skills Directly Apply to These Careers

• K–12 Teacher
Designs and delivers instruction, manages classroom learning environments, and supports student development through differentiated strategies and ethical technology use.
Median Salary: $62,000

• Instructional Coordinator
Develops educational materials and trains educators to implement new technologies and teaching strategies.
Median Salary: $66,490

And many more!

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