Conference Strand: GenAI_class

M1-01-Ex Salon A/B 9:00 am - 9:50 am	Artificial Intelligence: Potential, Precautions, Mind Blowing Possibilities Maureen Yoder, Professor, Lesley University
*  Level: Intermediate	Come to a lightning-fast session on the latest and most promising Generative AI (GenAI) enhanced tools. Using GenAI to summarize the vast GenAI offerings, this human adds current research, teaching strategies, and a comprehensive overview. The popularity of artificial intelligence brings exciting possibilities, but also concern to educators. Hear suggestions about how to bring GenAI into classrooms in thoughtful ways to promote student creativity and support learning. Teaching approaches reflect inclusion, STEAM activities, and ISTE Standards, thoughtfully looking toward our students' futures. Hear from educators in various communities, including urban, rural, and suburban locations, teaching all grades levels and subject areas. Completely updated from last year's CMTC, included is a light-hearted reflection on where we are with GenAI and where we might be going. The agenda is full, but links to all the resources and articles will be available to explore later. Enter a raffle for techy door prizes.
M2-01-In Salon A/B 10:20 am - 11:10 am	Dive Into SchoolAI 2.0 (60) Melissa Brayall, Digital Learning Specialist, Londonderry High School, and Paul Petrimoulx, Londonderry Middle School
*  Level: Intermediate	Get hands-on experience with the brand new, redesigned SchoolAI interface! Learn about how students, teachers, staff, and administrators can utilize SchoolAI's newest tools to improve productivity and enhance learning. No experience with SchoolAI is necessary, but participants should have a basic understanding of generative AI.
M2-02-In Webster 10:20 am - 11:10 am	ELEMENTARY AI EXPLORERS: Guiding the Next Generation through GenAI (60) Susan Leifer, Digital Learning Specialist, Oyster River School District - Mast Way
*  Level: Beginner  Extensions	Generative AI is no just coming---it is already here, and our elementary students are eagerly experimenting with these powerful tools at home. As these young explorers venture into this new technological landscape, how do we equip them with the compass and map they need? Join me for an interactive session where you discover creative ways to introduce crucial AI literacy concepts---bias recognition, fact vs. fiction, ethical considerations, and digital citizenship---without placing young students directly on large language models. Explore classroom-ready approaches using tangible tools like Turing Tumbles, Code.org activities, and a treasure trove of age-appropriate resources that make abstract AI concepts concrete and accessible. Transform your classroom into an AI discovery zone where students become thoughtful technology navigators rather than passive consumers!
M3-01-Ex Salon A/B 11:40 am - 12:30 pm	Prompt Engineering for Teachers: A Practical Guide to AI Communication Karen Bellidoro, 5th Grade Teacher, Bath Village School
*  Level: Beginner	Demystify the art and science of communicating effectively with Artificial Intelligence in "Prompt Engineering for Teachers: A Practical Guide to AI Communication." This interactive workshop equips you with the fundamental principles and practical techniques of prompt engineering, empowering you to harness the full potential of AI tools for educational purposes. Explore the key elements of crafting clear, concise, and targeted prompts that elicit the desired responses from various AI applications. Learn how to iterate on your prompts, refine your language, and troubleshoot common challenges to achieve optimal results, whether you are generating lesson ideas, creating assessment questions, personalizing learning materials, or exploring other AI-powered possibilities. Gain practical strategies and real-world examples relevant to the classroom, enabling you to confidently integrate AI into your teaching workflow. Leave this session with a solid understanding of prompt engineering and the ability to communicate effectively with AI, unlocking new avenues for creativity, efficiency, and student engagement.
T1-01-In Salon A/B 9:00 am - 9:50 am	AI as an Educator's Thought Partner (60) Rebecca Magary, SpotLight, Founder, AI Navigator, and Susan Fenn
Level: Intermediate	Spark innovation and amplify your teaching voice by leveraging generative AI as a thought partner. This interactive session explores the practical strategies and the clear roadmap needed when integrating AI tools into your teaching practice. Navigate the critical groundwork necessary at the district level to ensure responsible and effective AI integration. This includes a practical way to implement the guidelines and toolkits provided to educators through various organizations. Explore how various AI tools can be used to enhance creative lesson ideas, differentiate instruction for diverse learners, develop engaging activities, and streamline administrative tasks all while ensuring that the human element of teaching remains at the forefront. Expect hands-on exploration of AI tools and a robust discussion around "what works and why," sharing successes and addressing challenges together. Leave with actionable insights and the confidence to harness AI as a powerful colleague in your mission to cultivate a more personalized, engaging, and impactful learning experience for every student.
T2-01-In Salon A/B 10:20 am - 11:10 am	Unlock the Strategy Vault: Time-Saving, Impact-Boosting Strategies (60) Terra Tarango, Director, Van Andel Institute for Education
Level: Beginner	Get ready for a fast-paced, strategy-packed session! Need quick ways to group students, foster self-direction, or streamline assessments? Looking for engaging AI activities that boost student critical and creative thinking? We've got you! These real-teacher hacks save time, boost engagement, and make teaching easier. See them in action, try them out, and leave with a vault of ready-to-use tools---no extra prep required!
T3-01-Ex Salon A/B 11:40 am - 12:30 pm	Navigating Partnerships with GenAI - Educator Perspective Craig Sheil, Digital Learning Specialist, Bedford High School, and Josh Bashalany, Bedford High School
*  Level: Beginner	Explore how an educator can leverage GenAI to support their curriculum, from asking thoughtful questions, to co-designing curriculum, to creating engaging lesson plans, to developing tailored instructional materials and supporting day to day tasks. Come listen to a humanities teacher's perspective of what he has discovered from working with generative AI the past two years. What has worked? What hasn't worked? Which LLM works better for some tasks? Come with an open mind and a device for exploration.
T3-03-Ex Pierce 11:40 am - 12:30 pm	Five Strategies to Promote Responsible GenAI Use in the Classroom Lindsay Mitchell, Lead Teacher, Pinkerton Academy
*  Level: Intermediate	Are you curious on how you can promote responsible GenAI use in your classroom or school? This session will give you 5 simple strategies on how you can promote responsible use in your classroom that promotes deeper learning, capture student interest, and maintains academic integrity. You will leave this session with practices that can be implemented immediately in your classroom, departments, and schools.