CoSN Leading the Way in AI for K-12
CoSN (Consortium for School Networking) plays a leadership role in guiding K-12 education leaders on the ethical and effective integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into schools. By fostering conversations, developing strategies, and providing thought leadership, CoSN helps districts navigate AI's opportunities and challenges. The organization emphasizes the responsible use of AI to enhance learning, equity, and accessibility, ensuring districts are equipped to prepare students for a future shaped by AI technologies.
CoSN AI Project Director: Pete Just, CETL, pjust@cosn.org.
CoSN staff contact: Jill Brown, MA, Ph.D., Director of Professional Learning, jbrown@cosn.org
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Building Capacity for Generative AI in K-12 Education Initiative
A scalable train-the-trainer model for guiding school districts in strategic planning on generative AI
The Association of Educational Service Agencies (AESA) and The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), in partnership with SETDA and AASA, have launched an exciting initiative to help K-12 education leaders navigate the complex landscape of generative AI (Gen AI). The Building Capacity for Generative AI in K-12 Education project aims to help school districts of all sizes assess their readiness for generative AI implementation and develop actionable roadmaps aligned with their instructional and operational objectives.
CoSN AI Resources One-Pager
AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit
TeachAI has launched an AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit to help school systems worldwide meet the urgent need for guidance on the safe, effective, and responsible use of AI. The AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit gives policymakers, school leaders, and staff a set of practical resources for developing initial guidance on AI in their schools. Written by a group of co-authors from Code.org, CoSN, Digital Promise, the European EdTech Alliance, and PACE, the toolkit presents an overview of the issues involved in AI in schools, seven principles to consider when developing AI guidance for education systems, real-world guidance examples, sample language, and resources for staff, parents, and students. Register for the November 8 launch webinars at teachai.org/webinars. Read the Press Release here.
2024 Charles Blaschke Report:
This report explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance educational accessibility and support for students, particularly those with disabilities. As AI technologies like Generative AI (GenAI) and assistive tools become increasingly prevalent in educational settings, it is crucial to understand both their benefits and limitations. Below are links to the full report and the five blogs associated with this report.
Author: Fernanda Pérez Perez, 2024 Charles Blaschke Scholarship Fellow
Generative AI: The New School Supply?
Members are invited to watch the recording of an insightful and interactive webinar titled “Generative AI: The New School Supply? We explored how Generative Artificial Intelligence transforms the educational experience for students, teachers, and school leaders. Delved into the fascinating applications and benefits of Generative AI in prepping for the school year, conducting meetings with teachers, and collaborating with school leaders. Hear from other EdTech leaders how they respond to the many questions being asked, and share your experiences and resources to help others!
Webinar Recordings
AI & Cybersecurity: What You Need to Know
CoSN Webinar:
October 19, 2023
1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
Empowering School Districts; An Introduction to AI Use Policy Toolkit for Education
CoSN Webinar:
October 24, 2023
1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI: Empowering a Deeper Conversation
EdWeb Webinar:
October 9, 2023
Latest Reports on Artificial Intelligence
Member Exclusive
ChatGPT-Above the Noise
If you’ve had time to pay attention, you may have picked up on the noise happening in K-12 circles around ChatGPT and the myriad of other AI web tools that suddenly are in the spotlight. Why all the noise and how do EdTech minded administrators respond?
Member Exclusive
Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom: Privacy Considerations for New Technologies
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in K-12
AI has the potential to influence practically every aspect of education and society. This report, originally released in 2020, has been updated to reflect today's ecosystem.
EmpowerED Superintendent: Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI Empowering a Deeper Conversation
