Educators at the Forefront: Harnessing AI to Transform Teaching and Foster Inclusive LearningEducators like Melissa Sanzin, Ann Beard Etier, and Dionne Lewis are at the forefront of integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their teaching practices. Participating in a specialized fellowship, they explore AI’s transformative potential across diverse educational settings, sharing their motivations, challenges, and insightful learnings they have encountered. |
MSAIC Announces the 2023-2024 Educator Accelerator CohortThe Mississippi AI Collaborative (MSAIC), is thrilled to announce the selection of 10 educators for the 2023-24 Educator AI Accelerator Fellowship. This fellowship aims to equip educators with the skills, knowledge, and advocacy tools to lead the way in fostering equitable AI use in Mississippi's education landscape.
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data.org Announces Generative AI Skills Challenge Awardees
The Mississippi Chapter of the Computer Science Teacher Association joins other Mississippi tech organizations to develop a collaborative focused on upskilling Mississippians in AI knowledge and use. The Mississippi AI Collaborative is one of five worldwide data.org Generative AI grant awardees in 2023.
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Unlocking the Future: Mississippi's Commitment to Early Computer Science Education
The article underscores the importance of Early Exposure, Interdisciplinary Learning, and Hands-on Experiences for student success, providing practical insights and resources for successful CS integration. The focus is on nurturing computational thinking, collaborative learning, and laying a strong foundation for future learning through early exposure. Additionally, the article highlights the impact of hands-on learning on problem-solving, creativity, and student motivation, shaping a generation ready for future challenges and opportunities in the dynamic field of computer science. |
Powering Up: The Importance of Summer Professional Development for Computer Science Educators
There is a misconception that summers are all about rest and relaxation for educators, the reality is quite different. Summers, instead, are dedicated to restoring weary minds and bodies while simultaneously restocking educator toolkits. Summer professional development whether in-person or virtual is a perfect opportunity to gain the skills and insight needed to be best prepared for a successful school year.
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Guidance for Teachers
Effective CS teachers continuously develop their knowledge, practice, and professional identity to keep pace with the rapidly evolving discipline. |