Campfire Session — AI Literacy Course for Teachers: Level 2

Overview of the second level of Flint's AI Literacy Course for Teachers, with a walkthrough of the contents, implementation options, and group discussion on implementing AI in schools.

Lulu Gao, Head of Teacher Experience at Flint | LinkedIn

Level 2 of Flint's AI Literacy Course for Teachers was published recently, and this session was held to discuss the content, implementation, and feedback for the course. Level 1 of the course and its corresponding Campfire Session covered Fundamental AI Literacy. Level 2 contains more advanced but still important information for educators to know, including how AI works, biases it may contain, data privacy regulations, and ethical considerations.

Though this campfire didn't cover the content in Level 2 in detail, the discussion did involve:

1. Overview of certification contents
2. Implementation suggestions for PD
3. Suggested goals for teacher training
4. Feedback from the audience on the course

Slides from the presentation can be found here.

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Introduction • 00:00

• Lulu introduces the session.
• An overview of AI literacy course content is provided. The importance of understanding AI literacy is emphasized for educators.

Ice-breaking news • 01:43

• A definition of AI literacy is shared, highlighting its competencies. The structure of the AI literacy course is explained in relation to this definition.
• Additional strategies for AI implementation from a recent article as shared.

Certification contents • 05:28

• Lulu shares an overview of the lessons included in level 2 and how they differ in expertise compared to level 1.
• Feedback regarding the course quiz process is discussed. Immediate feedback on quiz results is suggested to reduce anxiety for participants.
• Feedback on quiz visibility was discussed. Teachers may not realize scores are available immediately.
• Don Kaplan shared an engaging experience with Flint. The interaction led to deep discussions about ethical use of AI.
• Lulu Gao expressed interest in incorporating more Flint activities. Suggestions for improving teacher engagement were made.

Implementation • 18:25

• A suggestion is made to utilize level lessons for deeper understanding. The importance of ethical discussions in training is emphasized.
• Recommendations for structuring professional development sessions are provided. Specific focus areas for teacher training on AI are highlighted.

Upcoming level 3 • 23:21

• An overview of the upcoming level three training on Flint is presented. The training aims to enhance teachers' understanding of Flint's features and practical applications.
• A product update is coming up and level three of the training will be released after that.
• Concerns are raised about students misusing AI tools. A focus on teaching meaningful AI usage is emphasized.
• Parental consent for younger students is discussed. A tech use agreement is required at the beginning of each year.

Goals for teacher literacy training • 32:55

• Goals to keep in mind as teacher leaders implement AI literacy training are shared.
• Concerns about academic integrity and AI limitations are discussed. Teachers are encouraged to feel heard and informed about AI usage.
• The importance of understanding AI's workings and biases is emphasized. Teachers are informed about privacy requirements and data handling by AI companies.

Shareout and feedback • 38:56

• Colin Bridgewater shares plans for teacher training on AI literacy.
• Colin shares examples of activities a Spanish teacher at his school made for facilitating conversation practice and one that Colin himself made for assisting students with journalism writing.
• Concerns about AI's role in education are discussed. The importance of critical thinking in using AI is emphasized.
• A student perspective on AI usage is shared. The stigma around AI and cheating is highlighted.
• Feedback on platform updates is provided. A live view of student responses is planned for future integration.
• Teachers are encouraged to clarify AI usage from day one. AI can enhance engagement and understanding in classrooms.
• A discussion about AI usage scales occurs. Schools are customizing AI policies for student engagement.
• Izzie shares an interactive activity using AI levels. Students engage with AI scenarios to enhance understanding.
• Feedback on the AI literacy course is requested. Suggestions for future sessions are welcomed.
• Concerns about student interactions with Flint are raised. Guidelines for student engagement are discussed.
• The importance of process over final projects is emphasized. Feedback mechanisms and student autonomy are highlighted.
• The potential for Flint to adapt to student learning styles is introduced. The discussion concludes with thoughts on memory features for enhanced learning.