In this episode, Nicky Acevedo sits down with educational technology director Lucas Torre to explore the innovative adoption of AI in education at the District of Columbia Public Schools. They delve into how AI is enhancing academic integrity, personalizing learning, and ensuring ethical use with stringent privacy protocols.Listeners will gain insights into the practical applications of AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, and how community feedback shapes their integration. The district’s forward-thinking approaches aim to empower both educators and students.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction06:58 District leaders engaged in AI discussions with stakeholders.08:40 Gained student perspective, adopting AI responsibly.12:06 Identified need for AI tool, gathered feedback.16:12 Educators eager for support in adopting new tools.20:18 Exploring AI tools to empower and support.23:16 Students embracing AI in personalized learning initiatives.28:08 Acknowledging support for District of Columbia Public Schools.29:52 Grateful for opportunity to share our work.Additional Links:Student and Staff Technology and Network Acceptable Use Policy_SY24-25.pdf (dc.gov):https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uUpfhSa-3Jd6PAumUH0ZYC-Aj3KAQggc/view?usp=sharingCurious about integrating AI into your educational settings? Tune in for actionable strategies and contact Lucas for deeper engagement with DCPS's EdTech initiatives! Don't forget to hit follow and spark the change in your classroom.

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