Shownotes
The coffee and keynote by Ken Shelton titled “Elevating Education with AI: Empowering Educators, Dismantling Barriers, and Fostering Learner Potential” was presented March 2nd, 2024. (Watch it on Inspiration Corner, on Let’s Talk Science’s Learning Pathways).
Another Cup of Coffee and Keynote is hosted and recorded on Treaty 4 territory, Regina and Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, the traditional territory of the lands of the nêhiyawak (Cree), Anishinabek/Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and is on the homeland of the Métis Nation.
Our guest, Kenneth Shelton, joined us from Playa Vista, The County of Los Angeles recognizes that we occupy land originally and still inhabited and cared for by the Tongva, Tataviam, Serrano, Kizh, and Chumash Peoples. We honor and pay respect to their elders and descendants — past, present, and emerging — as they continue their stewardship of these lands and waters.https://lacounty.gov/government/about-la-county/land-acknowledgment/
The music is by Daddy_s_music from pixabay.
Coffee and a Keynote Session Description
- In this engaging session, we will explore the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on education. Join us as we delve into the ways AI empowers educators to provide personalized learning experiences, breaks down barriers to access and inclusion, and unlocks the full potential of learners. The session will include a discussion on the need to incorporate higher-order thinking across all areas of educational technology and how literacy will need to take on a much broader definition beyond reading and writing. We will also shed light on the crucial aspects of navigating/updating existing digital use policies and ethical considerations when integrating AI technologies in educational settings. Prepare to gain valuable insights into how AI is reshaping the educational landscape for the better.
About the Speaker:
- Ken is a highly distinguished professional in the field of education, carrying a Master’s degree in Education with a specific focus on Educational Technology and New Media Design and Production. His academic background is complemented by over two decades of hands-on teaching experience, with a significant part of his career devoted to shaping young minds at the Middle School level through the lens of technology. As a part of his active involvement within the Educational Technology community, Ken is an Apple Distinguished Educator, a Google Certified Innovator, and a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert. Ken is the International Society for Technology in Education 2022 Making IT Happen Award winner due to his extraordinary commitment, leadership, courage, and persistence in improving digital learning opportunities for students. His unyielding dedication to enhancing digital learning opportunities for students led him to be acknowledged as an influencer to follow by EdTech Magazine.
Episode Highlights (and Timestamps)
- Introduction (0:00:00 - 0:08:35)
- Interview (0:08:35 - 1:26:03)
- Closing thoughts (1:26:03 - 1:31:23)
- Incorporating learnings into your context, resources and thank yous
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Ken Shelton's Contact information
- ken@kennethshelton.net
- TikTok: @thekenshelton
- Twitter: @k_shelton
- Instagram @kshelton
- Follow Ken on social media to be the first to hear about his new book on this topic, which is expected later in 2024!
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