Course Overview

This comprehensive 15-hour professional development course empowers K-12 educators to confidently integrate AI into their teaching practice. Grounded in the TeachAI 'AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit' and aligned with international best practices, this course combines theory, practice, and reflection to build AI literacy and responsible use.

Course Structure

• Credit Hours: 1 semester credit (15 contact hours) through VCSU
• Format: Asynchronous online learning
• Duration: Self-paced over 8-10 weeks
• Modules: 10 comprehensive learning modules
• Capstone: Practical AI integration project

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define and distinguish between predictive, generative, and agentic AI systems
2. Evaluate AI tools using evidence-based frameworks for safety, equity, and pedagogy
3. Design AI-aware assessments that maintain academic integrity
4. Develop age-appropriate AI literacy lessons for students
5. Apply AI tools ethically to support differentiation, planning, and feedback
6. Contribute to or draft responsible AI use policies for schools
7. Create a classroom-ready AI integration resource or unit plan

Questions?

Contact: Kevin Leier @ kevin.leier@k12.nd.us