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Amber Hale

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As artificial intelligence tools become more accessible to students and educators, it’s critical that schools build a shared understanding of how to use these tools responsibly and effectively. In this session, educators will explore the foundational elements of AI literacy, practice crafting high-quality... Read more »

Tag Target Audience

  • Administrators, All Staff or Teachers, Mentor Teacher/Instructional Coaches, New Teachers, PLC, Teachers

Tag Calendar Placement

  • 1st Nine Weeks, 2nd Nine Weeks, 3rd Nine Weeks, 4th Nine-Weeks, Any time of year, Planning/Collaboration/Conference Time, Pre-Service Training, Summer Session

User Group Group Size

  • Individual, Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group, Small Group (at least 4), Whole Class

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Collaborate, Critical Thinking, Cross-Curricular, Increase Teacher "Toolbox", Physical Movement

Tag Related

  • AI
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This brief examines the impact of educational escape games (EEGs) on student motivation, engagement, collaboration, and knowledge acquisition in primary and secondary education. The study categorizes EEGs into four game shapes and provides design recommendations for effective implementation. Read more »

This activity simulates the process of enrolling in college courses. Students practice creating a course schedule, evaluating scenarios that impact scheduling, and analyzing course requirements. Participants compare the course schedule to a degree plan and create a semester calendar. This scheduling... Read more »

Educator Resource

Tag Target Audience

  • All Staff or Teachers, Campus Visits, Teachers

Tag Calendar Placement

  • 1st Nine Weeks, 2nd Nine Weeks, 3rd Nine Weeks, 4th Nine-Weeks, Any time of year

User Group Group Size

  • Individual, Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group, Small Group (at least 4), Whole Class

Tag Related

  • Individual Career Academic Plan (ICAP)

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Action Plans, Active Engagement, Aligning with Other Programs, Collaborate, College-Going Culture, Organize, Problem Solving, Reflection, Requires Multiple Meetings to Complete, Student Choice, Synthesize

Tag ICAP (Individual Career Academic Planning)

  • College & Career Interest, Post-Secondary and Workforce Goals

Tag Family Engagement

  • Decision-Making

Tag College & Career Readiness Framework

  • Degrees, Professions, & Earnings, Required Courses
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Time Frame 180 minutes