Empowering Education Through Gen AI and Google's Support

In this episode of the Getting Smart podcast, Tom Vander Ark speaks with Lisa Gevelber, Vice President at Google and founder of Grow with Google. They discuss the transformative impact of Grow with Google, a program designed to provide alternative career pathways through online certificates in high-demand fields. 

The conversation also delves into the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Lisa discusses the launch of the Google Gen AI for Educators course, developed in partnership with MIT. This free, online professional development course aims to help teachers understand and effectively use AI tools in their classrooms. The course covers practical applications of AI, such as customizing lesson plans and creating assessments, while also addressing responsible AI usage.

Outline

• Introduction and Overview
• Creating Alternative Pathways
• Structure and Impact of Career Certificates
• Skills-Based Hiring and AI Integration
• AI Literacy and Future Directions

Links

• Watch the full conversation here
• View the full transcript here
• Lisa Gevelber LinkedIn
• AI Essentials Course
• AI for Educators Course
• Anaheim Union High School District 
• UT system
• Google Teacher Center
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