Know, Apply, and Engage Artificial Intelligence to Elevate Instructional Practices

⚙️ Systems Thinking ⚙️ Highly Effective Teaching & Leading
🪑 Seated or 💻 Virtual 🆓 Free for Members

Date: November 13, 2024
Time: 12:30 - 2:30PM
- We have adjusted our meeting time to not conflict with the SRSN Monthly Learning Session. A space will be provided for those who attend the SW Seated Session who might want to arrive early to engage in the SRSN Monthly Learning session from 10-12PM.
Lunch: Provided at the SW Seated Session and at the SE Virtual Engagement Room, by our partner, StepUp Consulting
Registration
- Members & Partners: Free
- Nonmembers: $25
Intended Audience: Superintendents & Assistant Superintendents, Principals & Assistant Principals, GOCSD Ambassadors, Teachers, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Directors, University Members, and Partners. Be sure your organization has a representative in attendance.

3 Location Options:

SW Seated Session at SPS Professional and Virtual Learning Center, Training Rooms 163/164, 1410 S. Kansas Expressway, Springfield, MO 65807; Attendees at this location will see all of the speakers in person, except for our guest speaker, who will be joining us from his location for this particular session. Attendees will engage in discussions and activities with others in the room, as the on site facilitators lead communications.
SE Virtual Engagement Room in the Computer Lab at Poplar Bluff R-1 Administration Building, 1110 North Westwood Blvd, Poplar Bluff MO; Attendees at this location will remotely view all the speakers, engage in discussions and activities with others in the room, as on-site facilitators lead communications coordinated with those at the SW location.
Your Location from which you will join virtually

Learn, collaborate, and celebrate successes with your fellow educators!

Why Attend?

Join our GOCSD membership meeting for an enriching experience packed with valuable activities:

Engaging Learning Sessions: Immerse yourself in intentional and collaborative learning sessions designed to enhance your professional growth.
Stay Informed with Legislative Updates: Stay up-to-date with the latest legislative developments that impact education, ensuring you're well-informed and prepared.
Networking and Reconnection: Enjoy a complimentary lunch while reconnecting with colleagues, fostering a supportive community within the education sector.
Discover the Work of GOCSD: Gain a deeper understanding of the impactful work done by GOCSD and how you can make the most of your membership.
Insights from Sponsoring Partners: Hear from our dedicated sponsoring partners who play a pivotal role in supporting the mission of GOCSD.
A Safe Space for Meaningful Discussions: Participate in open and respectful conversations about essential education topics, creating a safe space for constructive dialogue.

About this Session

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already changing the way we work, communicate, and create—and education is not immune from this technology’s impact.

In this session, we’ll use SPN’s Future-Focused Instructional Design Process of Know, Apply, and Engage to explore AI and consider its impacts on school systems. We’ll learn through hands-on experiences that evaluate AI’s transformational potential and predictable challenges. We will:

Practice writing prompts for AI models
Use AI to simplify your workflow
Unleash your creativity
Create Future-Focused learning experiences for students

For this session, we recommend bringing a device (phone, laptop, or tablet) that has access to at least one AI model such as: OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google Gemini, or Microsoft Copilot. This might be an installed app, or one that you can access via your web browser.

Guest Expert

Adam Wallenfang
Content Manager
Successful Practices Network (SPN)

Adam Wallenfang is SPN’s Content Manager, collaborating across the organization to build dynamic content and learning experiences that support SPN’s mission to care for the present and enable the future for all students.

Adam has a diverse set of experiences working in preK-12 education, having taught in and supported education systems all over the country. He was a high school English teacher at public and independent schools, an Educational Technologist at a preK-5th grade school, and worked on Apple’s Worldwide Education team to design and deliver enriching professional learning experiences for leaders and teachers looking to integrate technology into their school systems.

Adam earned his B.A. in English and certification in Secondary English Education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He achieved his M.A. in Educational Psychology—Educational Technology from the University of Connecticut. He has trained, taught, and worked in Wisconsin, Connecticut, Florida, and New York, and he now resides with his family in Chicago.

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