AI in Education: From Basics to Ethical Integration

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming education, offering new possibilities for teaching, learning, and productivity. This course equips educators with the knowledge, strategies, and confidence to integrate AI tools responsibly and effectively into their classrooms. Participants will begin by exploring the foundations of AI—demystifying common misconceptions and identifying how AI already supports daily teaching practices. From there, the course examines practical classroom applications such as lesson planning, content creation, differentiation, and accessibility support for diverse learners. Educators will also learn how AI can streamline tasks like grading, rubrics, and feedback, freeing up time to focus on student engagement.

Equally important, the course addresses the risks and ethical considerations of AI, including bias, misinformation, privacy, and academic integrity. Participants will critically analyze these issues and develop strategies for teaching students responsible use of AI. Through hands-on practice with popular tools like ChatGPT, Diffit, Curipod, MagicSchool, and Grammarly, educators will build their own AI toolkit. The course culminates in the creation of an AI-infused lesson or unit plan that promotes creativity, equity, and digital citizenship.

By the end, educators will be empowered to leverage AI as a supportive partner in instruction—maximizing its benefits while modeling ethical, transparent, and student-centered practices. Educators will understand how to integrate AI into their own classroom environments to help with mundane tasks while providing engaging activities and feedback for students.