Campfire Session — AI Literacy Course for Teachers: Level 3

Introduction • 00:00

• An introduction to the AI literacy course is provided. The session aims to cover certification contents and gather feedback.

Ice-breaking news • 01:28

• A New York Times article about Alpha Schools is discussed. The school utilizes AI for knowledge acquisition while adult "guides" coach students rather than teach them traditional subjects. The article covers how Alpha Schools is expanding to twelve new locations.

Certification contents • 03:35

• The certification contents for level three are outlined. This level focuses on using Flint in various teaching methods.

• Teachers are encouraged to engage with Flint for effective learning. A capstone project is introduced to enhance practical application.

Implementation • 06:12

• A suggested timeline for completing the course is discussed. Activities have been created in Flint for teachers to try out.

• Teachers can duplicate Flint activities for use. A suggestion to create a group for easier access was made.

• Colin Bridgewater raised concerns about managing multiple copies. Suggestions for adding them to Google Classroom or Canvas for organization were discussed.

• Embedding YouTube videos into their own learning management system was confirmed. The importance of tracking teacher progress through quizzes was emphasized.

• A suggestion is made to create groups by subject area. This would help teachers manage activities more effectively.

• Different activities for teachers are proposed based on grade levels. This approach aims to enhance the learning experience for various teacher groups.

• Practice activities at the end of every lesson in the course are shared. Teachers are encouraged to create and share their own activities for broader use.

• Tips for conducting training sessions were shared. It was suggested to allow time for participants to engage with Flint.

• The adaptability of the course for asynchronous training was discussed. It was noted that resources could be beneficial for teachers needing a refresher later in the year.

• The importance of peer-to-peer teaching among educators was emphasized. Experienced teachers were encouraged to share their successful practices with others.

Flint PD goals • 19:02

• A suggestion for a fun and creative professional development space is made. The importance of inspiring curiosity among teachers is emphasized.

• The potential for level three to serve as a standalone onboarding option is explored. The discussion highlights the low barrier to entry for teachers.

• The flexibility of course levels for teachers is discussed. It is clarified that teachers can take level three without completing earlier levels.

• Strategies for academic integrity are discussed. Specific activities for citing AI are mentioned.

Shareout and feedback • 26:19

• Feedback on the AI literacy course is requested. Issues with certificate distribution are clarified.

• Information about recording access was shared. Participants will receive recordings in their inboxes.

• Details regarding Flint's new Instagram account were discussed. The account will feature teaching tips and inspirational content for educators.