47. Building an AI Table to Solve the 80%: A CEO's Story and Vision for Transforming Education
Feb 27, 2024
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Join the conversation on AI in education with Erin Mote, as she shares insights on the historical evolution of InnovateEDU, strategies for AI implementation, privacy concerns, and the importance of following your passion. Explore topics like building a Safe AI Alliance, fostering collaboration in education, and personal AI use cases to boost productivity.
AI literacy initiatives empower students, educators, and families to understand AI
InnovateEDU collaborates with urban school districts to develop inclusive AI policies
AI tools like ReadAI enhance leadership skills and productivity
Deep dives
Building Community and AI Literacy through National AI Literacy Day
National AI Literacy Day, scheduled for April 19th, aims to promote AI literacy by providing lesson plans, curriculum, and professional learning opportunities. The event seeks to empower students, educators, and families to understand AI, fostering a culture of knowledge and not fear around AI technology. By engaging in lesson plans and events, participants can co-create their educational experiences and lay the foundation for AI literacy.
AI Policy Collaboration in Large Urban School Districts
Innovative EDU collaborates with large urban school districts like New York City Public Schools to develop AI policies through an inclusive and open process. The approach involves building trust, capacity, and knowledge within the community, allowing for co-construction of policies. By openly sharing their process and engaging educators, families, and students, they aim to lay the groundwork for equitable and effective AI policies in education.
AI Productivity Tools for Leadership Development
Aaron Moat shares her experience using ReadAI, an AI app that provides meeting notes and insights on leadership behavior. By leveraging AI for productivity, she gains valuable feedback on meeting dynamics, voice balance, and relational skills, enhancing her effectiveness as a leader. The use of AI tools like ReadAI exemplifies how technology can support personal growth and development in professional settings.
Innovative AI Applications for Fun and Learning
Aaron Moat engages in creative AI applications with her son, using AI to craft Harry Potter-themed Lucky Charms for a school project. This hands-on approach allows her son to become a creator, exploring AI's potential in a playful and educational context. Through projects like these, Aaron encourages experiential learning and creative AI use, fostering curiosity and innovation.
Empowering Students and Educators Through AI Literacy Initiatives
Innovative EDU prioritizes empowering students, educators, and communities through AI literacy initiatives. By offering fellowship programs, supporting policy labs, and creating resources for capacity building, they aim to make AI education accessible and engaging. The organization's commitment to building knowledge, fostering inclusivity, and community collaboration underscores their dedication to transforming education through AI literacy.
While the AI boom of the last year and a half continues to be novel for many of us, there are pioneers in the field who’ve thought about AI in education for decades.
As the leader of InnovateEDU, Erin Mote, has served as a thought leader and coalition builder to leverage technology, research, and policy to catalyze transformation in education.
One such focus area of InnovateEDU has been the EDSAFE AI Alliance, which engages in multiple policy and education efforts to ensure SAFE use of AI in education.
I learned so much from Erin around the historical evolution of InnovateEDU, their current strategies and tactics around AI implementation, how she envisions transformation in education, privacy implications, and much more.
In addition to my takeaways below, I wanted to double click on an aspect of Erin’s story which resonated for me - while it can be scary to make a hard pivot in life which potentially puts you in an uncertain, uncomfortable circumstance, life is too short to not run full speed at your purpose and passion.