Course | Artificial Intelligence (AI) for K–12 Teachers (2 Credits)

Prices

The price listed is for the 2 UMass Global Graduate-Level PD Credits. Other pricing options are available for this course:

• 2 LAUSD Salary Points - $159
• 2 Professional Development Credits - $159

Many school districts around the United States put a limit on how many courses a registrant can submit per trimester or quarter. This allows districts to plan the kind of budget they need to handle salary increases. LAUSD teachers are able to submit up to 12 credits / salary points from Education4Equity, per trimester (Jan-Apr, May-Aug, Sept-Dec).

LAUSD Course Code: NA-21-56
UMass Global University Course Code: TBA

For further information, please visit Education For Equity website.

Course Description

Unlock the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to elevate your teaching practice and streamline daily tasks, enabling you to focus more on what truly matters—educating and inspiring your students.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) for K–12 Teachers is a graduate-level professional development course for all educators and subjects. No prior knowledge of AI is required. This course involves both theory and practical application to classroom and school settings. Participants will assimilate knowledge and principles, conduct authentic research, share their findings, and collaborate with one another to improve results and broaden application.

Course Outline

Unit 1: What is Artificial Intelligence (AI) and How Can Teachers Use It?
Unit 2: Guiding Students Toward an Ethical Use of AI
Unit 3: Saving Time by Providing Effective and Accurate Questions to ChatGPT
Unit 4: AI for Designing Lesson Plans
Unit 5: AI for Developing Relevant Scenarios for Students
Unit 6: AI for Fostering Critical Thinking, Creativity, Communication, and Collaboration
Unit 7: AI for Enhancing Learning in Specific Subjects
Unit 8: AI for Making Connections to STEM Learning
Unit 9: AI for Creating Visual Aids
Unit 10: AI for Developing Videos
Unit 11: AI for Personal Support, Scheduling, and Relief from Toxic Stress
Unit 12: Key Elements of an AI Presentation for School Staff
Unit 13: Final Project: Creating Your Own AI Presentation

Description of Activities

For each module, please expect the following activities:
• Read through the lesson/session contents (including articles) and watch videos
• Take a short quiz on the material presented
• Complete a written assignment with open-ended responses
• Post your written responses on a discussion forum for interaction with others

For the complete syllabus, please visit Education For Equity website.

Number of Professional Development Credits/Salary Points

Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 2 professional development credits by completing this online course or 2 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 2 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.

Credit may be available for this course and may vary by country or institution. Please verify eligibility with Education For Equity.

Target Audience

This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.

NA-21-56 is the LAUSD course code for Artificial Intelligence (AI) for K–12 Teachers which you’ll need to use to get credit for salary points from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).

Additional Information/Questions

Here’s additional information about the online professional development course:

• This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
• You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course.
• Once you’ve successfully completed the Artificial Intelligence (AI) for K–12 Teachers course, you’ll earn 2 LAUSD salary points, 2 professional development credits, or 2 graduate-level professional development credits.

If you have any questions about the Artificial Intelligence (AI) for K–12 Teachers course, or any of Education For Equity's other professional development online courses, please email their team.

Disclaimer

This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.