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Artificial Intelligence in the High School Classroom

Save-the-dates!

Friday, January 31st Friday, February 7th

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Organized by the Artificial Intelligence Initiative with faculty across East Texas A&M University.  

Why high school educators should attend:

Earn 4 CPE hours*
Low cost
Time accommodating - early afternoon finish
Receive an electronic certificate of attendance and professional digital badge
Tailor your experience! Each session block will offer two different sessions to choose from
Network with other educators in your field
Learn directly from experienced and qualified experts in the industry
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Schedule

A detailed schedule and session information will be posted soon.

Schedule-At-A-Glance

Central Standard Time
8:45 am Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:00 am - 10:00 am Session #1
10:10 am - 11:10 am Session #2 
11:10 am - 12:30 pm Lunch, Networking Break, and Roundtable with Presenters
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Session #3
1:40 pm - 2:40 pm Session #4
2:40 pm - 3:00 pm Closing Remarks
Tailor your experience! Each session block will offer two different sessions to choose from. 

Tentative Session Topics

General AI Overview
AI Applications in Education
Ethical Considerations in AI
AI and Writing (L2)
AI in the Sciences
AI in Library and Information Science

Confirmed Sessions

Potential for AI Usage as a Learning Agent to Support Classroom Instruction

Dr. Michael Oldham, Assistant Professor

The session will explore the potential for AI usage as a learning agent to support classroom instruction.  Attendees will discuss current methods of learning agent interaction, utilization constraints, expansion of utilization, data collection from interaction, and student learning outcome evaluations.  This session will consider both current models and future models for implementation.

It’s Not Magic: AI and Accessibility Tools

Mr. Zephyr Rankin, Marketing and Communications Librarian

We all want to make our learning materials more accessible, and an increasing number of artificial intelligence tools are being released to help with that. However, beware of overpromises, and don’t forget the importance of having the work checked by a human. Learn about the AI accessibility tools available, what they can do for you, and what they can’t do at all.

AI Assistance and Ethical Concerns in Application Essays and Letters of Recommendation for College Admissions

Dr. Shelby Miller, Assistant Professor

This session focuses on the growing concern among colleges regarding the use of AI by high school students and faculty to generate admissions materials, such as essays and letters of recommendation. As more students and educators turn to AI, colleges are uncertain whether they are receiving authentic materials. Based on a study of college perspectives, this session will explore these challenges and provide insights into how AI is impacting the college admissions process. Participants will also learn best practices for using AI appropriately, ensuring that applications maintain authenticity, integrity, and alignment with admissions standards.

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Continuing Professional Education Credits

The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Arts at East Texas A&M University has been approved as a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Provider in Texas. The continuing professional education provider number (CPE#) for College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Arts at East Texas A&M University is # 116-501.

From a state other than Texas?

No problem! Some states don't require us to file as a credit provider (e.g., Oklahoma), in which case, the hours you earn from this event can be submitted as professional development hours/credits/points in your own state (following any additional state requirements you might have; e.g., school administrator approval).

If your state, like Texas, does require providers to formally apply for CPE provider status, let us know! We're open to applying for provider status in other states. 

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contact

Questions? Please contact aipdd@tamuc.edu 

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