AI Back to School with Asia Pacific International School
Aloha and welcome back to a new school year! Kick off the semester with AI tools for teacher use with Gabriel Yanagihara from 'Iolani School," happening on August 18th.
This session is all about enhancing your teaching experience by introducing free, easy-to-use AI tools that can immediately make a difference in your classroom. Learn how to streamline repetitive tasks, enhance student interactions, and balance your workload more effectively. Join us for a lunch of practical tips and friendly guidance to help you and your students thrive this year.
Aloha and Welcome to a New School Year!
Kick Off the Semester with AI Tools for Teachers
Hosted by Gabriel Yanagihara from 'Iolani School
Date: Monday, August 19, 2023
Time: 12:15 PM
Location:
Prepare to enhance your teaching experience with the power of AI! Join us on August 19th for a hands-on workshop designed to introduce you to free, easy-to-use AI tools that can make an immediate impact in your classroom. In addition to practical tips and tools, we'll discuss several key topics that will help you get the most out of AI in education:
What You'll Learn and Discuss:
Reducing Workload with AI: Learn how AI can quickly collect data from exit tickets and provide you with a snapshot of what students know or don’t know at the end of a class or topic. Discover how these insights can help you adjust your teaching strategies in real-time.
Privacy Considerations with Student Data: We’ll explore the level of caution needed when handling student data in AI tools, focusing on privacy concerns and how to ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
Differentiated Assessments for EAL Students: Find out how AI can assist in creating differentiated assessments and quizzes tailored to students with varying language proficiencies. Learn how to leverage AI for more inclusive and effective assessments.
Integrating AI into Non-Fiction Writing Units: If you’re designing a unit around non-fiction writing, we’ll discuss the best AI programs for students to use in creating a multimedia project that includes writing, music lyrics, imagery, and video/audio features. Get recommendations on the top tools for each aspect of your project.
Ensuring Accuracy in AI-Generated Content: Explore strategies and best practices for verifying that the content generated by AI is fact-based and accurate. We'll discuss how to guide students in critically assessing AI-generated information.
AI for High-Quality Student Feedback: Learn about examples where AI has been effectively used to provide students with high-quality, personalized feedback that enhances their learning experience.
AI in Elementary Enrichment: Discover mini-courses and programs that can introduce younger students (1x/week for 45 minutes) to AI safety and AI opportunities, making complex concepts accessible to elementary learners.
Creating Animation with AI for Movies: If you're designing a movie that combines live action and animation, we’ll recommend AI programs that are best suited for creating high-quality animations that can complement your project.
Building Your Own GPTs: Interested in learning how to use GPTs or even create your own? We’ll cover the basics and give you the tools to start experimenting with custom AI models tailored to your specific needs.
Workshop Overview:
This workshop is an opportunity to start the academic year with fresh ideas and new tools designed to reduce teacher burnout and enhance student engagement. Join us to learn how easy-to-use AI applications can make a significant positive impact on your professional life and your classroom.
About our Partners
APIS Hawaii
Asia Pacific International School (APIS) Hawaii is a unique educational institution that offers a holistic and globally-minded curriculum designed to foster intellectual, emotional, and social growth in students. Situated in the natural beauty of Hawaii, APIS provides an environment where students from diverse backgrounds can engage in a rigorous academic program while experiencing the rich cultural heritage of the Hawaiian Islands. APIS Hawaii emphasizes project-based learning, technological integration, and environmental sustainability, preparing students to become global leaders who are committed to making a positive impact in the world.
Gabriel Yanagihara
Born and raised in Hawaii, Gabriel Yanagihara is an experienced educator with a background in computer science, creative media, and video game design. In addition to teaching, Gabriel is an advocate for Professional Development and Community Outreach, and gives Keynotes, Teacher Trainings, and PD workshops on topics including Esports, Minecraft, Virtual Reality, and Machine Learning AI tools.