Balancing Human Capacities When AI Surrounds a Generation of Changemakers
Seattle Convention Center - 612
So you want to know how kids are hacking life with generalized artificial intelligence? Hear from 3 students about student approved uses of AI and hear from educators about more complex transformative techniques to consider in designing learning experiences with your student acknowledging the impact of Generalized Artificial Intelligence on education now and in the future.
50-minute Session
1:1, AI/AR/VR, Accessibility, Computer Science, Digital Literacy, Emerging Trends, Media/Information Literacy, Microsoft, Professional Development, STEM/STEAM
All Audiences, All Educators, Curriculum Specialists, Gifted/Talented, Instructional Technology/Technology Coaches
All levels
Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Grades K-12
Presented by
Renton Prep
Judah Plant is a 9th grade student at Renton Prep with experience presenting at TechFest on Amazon Web Services and coding, as well as FETC with digital ink and project based learning. He has also supported teacher professional development on technology in the classroom.
Educator
Renton Prep Christian School
Michael Scarry became a Naval Flight Officer in the US Navy after graduating from the United States Naval Academy with a BS in Aerospace Engineering. He also earned his MS in Aeronautical Engineering during his 24 years of service. He retired and became an Engineer/ Engineering Manager at The Boeing Company on the P-8 Program. He retired from Boeing after 14 years to fulfill his passion for teaching. He will earn his M Ed for Secondary School with an emphasis in STEM this spring. He teaches high school math and physics at Renton Prep Christian School.
Student
Renton Preparatory Christian School
Rayna Srinivas is a 14-year-old 10th grader attending Renton Preparatory Christian School. At 5 years old, she skipped kindergarten due to a sudden spike in adaptiveness and creativity in her learning path. In 7th grade, she successfully completed her coursework in half a semester and moved on to complete high school courses at age 12. She began her public speaking journey during this time with Dr. Michelle Zimmerman. Rayna has officially presented at 4 different educational conferences. She hopes to use her speaking talent in the future as she strives towards her goal of becoming an environmental scientist.
Director of Teaching and Learning Sciences
Renton Prep
Michelle Zimmerman, author of Teaching AI: Exploring New Frontiers for Learning, published in 5 languages, was selected as 2021 ISTE Visionary Leadership, 2019 EdTech Leadership Awards Global Leader finalist and selected 7 consecutive years as Microsoft MVP. She teaches middle and high school while serving in administration at Renton Prep, a Microsoft Showcase School. Her PhD in Learning Sciences and Human Development is from University of Washington, and her research has been recognized with multiple awards. Since 2007, she has presented around the world. You can find her in Forbes, GeekWire, Venture Beat, Getting Smart, local and international news.
