Overview
This program aims to engage professionals in exploring the benefits and challenges of using AI in education. Through the course, gain exposure to AI tools to support teaching and learning, as well as develop a greater capacity to perceive the nuances and dilemmas of this technology, pedagogy, and its effect on education.
You will engage in a series of live virtual workshops where you will design learning activities and experiences that you intend to implement in your own classroom.
Program Details
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4 CEs University of Pennsylvania Continuing Education Credits
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120 Pennsylvania ACT 48 Credits
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January 2026 Grades will be awarded
About the Program
Workshops in previous program cohorts have included:
- Introduction to AI Ecosystem and Current Tools
- An Introduction to AI: Understanding the scope of what foundation models can do
- Considering the dangers of using AI in the classroom and supporting students to be thoughtful users of AI tools
- Integrating AI to augment student thinking and collaboration
- Designing writing assignments with AI
Upon successful completion of the certificate, you’ll be able to:
- Utilize tools such as Generative AI and Agentic AI to enhance research capabilities and streamline workflows.
- Implement AI-assisted methodologies to analyze complex data sets, identify patterns, and generate meaningful insights with greater efficiency.
- Leverage machine learning algorithms to automate repetitive tasks, allowing teams to focus on high-value creative and strategic activities.
- Use AI tools such as Elicit, Perplexity, Anthropic (Claude), OpenAI (ChatGPT), Magic School, Google (Gemini, NotebookLM), Gamma, Suno, NapkinAI, among others in three stages: Data collection, Data Processing, Data Presenting.
- Apply scaffolding techniques taught by Penn GSE faculty experts in instructional design and learning technologies to enhance your curriculum.
- Assess how AI affects students' abilities to learn.
- Make informed decisions regarding AI implementation, usage, and policies.
Fall 2025 Schedule
| Dates | Time Commitments | Session |
|---|---|---|
| September 9, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | Opening Session - The AI Education Revolution (Julio Zelaya) |
| October 6, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | Navigating AI Safely - Ethics & Student Support (Sarah Schneider Kavanagh) |
| October 8, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | Mastering the Craft - AI Teaching Best Practices (Bodong Chen) |
| October 13, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | The Agile AI Mindset (Josh Penzell) |
| October 15, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | Under the Hood - AI Capabilities & Analytics (Ryan S. Baker) |
| October 20, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | Implementation Masterclass (Tyler Thigpen & Julio Zelaya) |
| Track-Specific Sessions | ||
| October 27, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | Leadership Track: Extended session on institutional strategy (Tyler Thigpen) General Track: Home Team Session 1 - Project Development (Julio Zelaya) |
| November 3, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | General Track - Home Team Session 2 - Project Development |
| December 1, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. (ET) | Grand Finale - Project Presentations (Both Tracks) |
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