The AI Spark: Igniting Pupil Potential & Transforming Educational Futures

ABOUT THIS COURSE

This brand-new cutting-edge course is designed for forward-thinking educational leaders and teachers across all phases who are keen to explore and implement Artificial Intelligence to enhance teaching and learning. It addresses the urgent need to support diverse learners, including those with specific learning challenges and international students, by leveraging AI's potential to personalise education at scale.   You will discover how AI can revolutionise pedagogical approaches, making the principles of effective one-to-one support accessible to all, thereby transforming the educational experience and outcomes for every pupil. This course is particularly relevant given the rapid advancements in AI and its growing impact on all sectors, including education; it will provide you with the understanding and practical strategies to integrate AI effectively and ethically into your school or trust.  

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BENEFITS OF ATTENDING

• Understand the transformative potential of AI in addressing core educational challenges, including the "two Sigma problem" and the drive for personalised learning.
• Gain practical, actionable strategies for using AI to differentiate texts and learning materials effectively for diverse pupil needs.
• Learn how to harness AI for efficient retrieval practice, creating engaging quizzes and activities to reinforce learning.
• Explore methods for utilising AI to provide timely, constructive, and personalised feedback on pupil work, mirroring the benefits of one-to-one tuition.
• Develop a clear understanding of the ethical considerations and practical steps required for successful AI implementation, including teacher and pupil training.
• Leave with the confidence and foundational knowledge to begin integrating AI tools to support both academic excellence and holistic pupil development within your specific context.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Principals
• Headteachers
• Deputy Headteachers
• Assistant Headteachers
• Heads of Department
• SENCOs
• Literacy Coordinators

 

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PROGRAMME

10.00am: The AI Revolution in Education: Understanding the Imperative

• Exploring the current educational landscape and the challenges faced by diverse learners
• Introducing the "two Sigma problem" and AI's potential to create a "two Sigma possibility" for all pupils
• Demystifying AI: Core concepts and its relevance to modern pedagogy

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11.15am: Break

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11.35am: Practical AI Strategies: Differentiating Learning and Boosting Recall

• Developing techniques for AI-powered text differentiation to cater to varied reading levels and needs
• Utilising AI tools to design and implement effective retrieval practice activities quickly
• Evaluating how AI can support pupils with specific learning difficulties and international students through tailored content

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1:00pm Lunch

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2.00pm: AI for Enhanced Feedback and Personalised Support

• Learning how AI can provide detailed, constructive feedback on pupil work, enhancing teacher capacity
• Investigating AI's role in mimicking one-to-one tuition for more personalised learning journeys
• Sharing best practice examples of AI-driven feedback in various subject areas

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3.00pm: Break

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3.10pm: Implementing AI Ethically and Strategically in Your School

• Addressing key ethical considerations and responsible AI usage in educational settings
• Developing a roadmap for teacher training and pupil education in AI literacy
• Action planning: Identifying first steps for integrating AI to create a positive ripple effect in your institution

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3:45pm: Depart