CSEL AI Professional Learning Series in partnership with the Illinois Learning Technology Center
Session 2: Virtual Follow-Up Workshop
Wednesday, October 21, 4:00–6:00 PM
Ever wonder how the AI chat works inside your favorite tool? Wondering if you can make your own customized chatbot? In this session, we will explore the core fundamentals of how AI chatbots work and examine the forces behind the AI so you can become truly AI literate. Learn what's happening behind the quippy, quick responses of your AI chatbot to understand how information is being processed, trained, and shared back to the user. Explore with a training chatbot system that allows you to transparently see and learn how AI chatbots work. Finally, create your own AI chatbot and experiment with different prompts and learn more about AI bias, ethics, and incorrect responses.
Presenter: Emily Pool is a CS/STEM Professional Learning Specialist focused on expanding computer science and STEM education opportunities for schools and educators. With over 20 years of classroom teaching experience and 4 years as an Instructional Technology Coach, she designs and delivers professional development, curates aligned resources, and supports teachers and districts in program implementation. Emily enjoys tinkering and exploring all things tech, especially coding, creativity, and student-led learning. Emily holds a Master's in Educational Leadership and is an ISTE Certified Educator passionate about integrating technology for effective learning.
2 PD Hours
Free Workshop
All IL teachers welcomed
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