Description:
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the world, educators have a powerful opportunity to guide them in understanding, questioning, and using these tools responsibly. This professional development workshop demystifies AI and equips teachers with practical, classroom-ready strategies to integrate AI thoughtfully—regardless of subject area or grade level. In this highly interactive six-hour workshop, K–12 educators will build the skills and confidence needed to bring AI into their teaching practice. (Note: KPU students are welcome to join.)
What You Will Learn:
- Develop a clear, student-friendly AI glossary and identify relevant, real-world AI examples
- Use an ethics checklist to evaluate and select appropriate classroom tools
- Adapt existing lessons by incorporating short AI exploration activities
- Design and pilot a structured AI learning task, with peer feedback and reflection
Course Format:
One-day workshop with various dates and KPU locations to choose from:
Nov. 6, Surrey
Nov. 20, Langley
Nov. 23, Richmond
Jan. 22, Surrey
Jan. 25, Richmond
This one-day workshop is structured into two 2-hour learning sessions, each followed by 1-hour practical activities. By the end of the workshop, participants will be prepared to facilitate meaningful AI learning experiences, foster critical thinking, and support personalized learning.
Instructor:
Dr. Daniel Anvari, Mathematics Dept., Faculty of Science