Hey Google, Design My Workshop: Using AI for Professional Learning Design
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM · 1 hr. (America/Chicago)
Interactive Session
Professional Learning and Development
Information
Artificial intelligence can be both a powerful and scary tool. Learn strategies to effectively utilize AI to design meaningful workshops, staff meetings, and other adult learning experiences. We will combine a professional learning design cycle with AI tools to craft engagements that are purposeful and personalized.
Outline
Introduction (10 minutes)
- Welcome and introductions
- Inclusion activity
- Define AI and its potential applications in adult learning
- Discuss the potential benefits of using AI in adult learning
Understanding AI Tools (15 minutes)
- Overview of AI tools commonly used in adult learning
- Demonstrate key features of selected AI tools (e.g., natural language processing, machine learning)
Integrating AI into the Professional Learning Design Cycle (20 minutes)
- Review the professional learning design cycle
- Identify opportunities to incorporate AI into each stage of the cycle
- Case study: Explore how AI was used to enhance a specific adult learning experience
Creating Personalized AI-Enhanced Adult Learning Designs (10 minutes)
- Small group activity: Participants work in teams to develop a personalized AI-enhanced adult learning design
- Share and discuss the designs
Conclusion (5 minutes)
- Recap key takeaways
- Encourage participants to explore additional AI tools and resources
- Provide opportunities for ongoing support and collaboration
Throughout the session, interactive activities, demonstrations, and discussions will be incorporated to engage participants and foster learning.
Supporting research
https://www.ascd.org/books/personalized-professional-learning
https://ascd.org/el/articles/learning-together-learning-on-their-own
Attendee Accounts
Adobe PDF Viewer
Gemini (set up free account)
Content Community
Blended Content
Subject Area
Not applicable
Grade Level
PK-12
Audience
District Level LeadershipSchool Level LeadershipTeacher Development
Session Delivery
In Person
Sample Schedule
Professional Learning
ISTE Standards
Education Leaders: Connected Learner: Use technology to regularly engage in reflective practices that support personal and professional growth.Education Leaders: Empowering Leader: Empower educators to exercise professional agency, build teacher leadership skills and pursue personalized professional learning.Educators: Collaborator: Dedicate planning time to collaborate with colleagues to create authentic learning experiences that leverage technology.
Skill Level
Beginner
Registration Required
No
Attendee Devices
Devices required
Attendee Device Specification
Laptop: ChromebookLaptop: MacLaptop: PCTablet: AndroidTablet: iOSTablet: Windows
Presenter Type
ASCD Emerging LeaderASCD FacultyISTE & ASCD Book Author
Spotlight on Solutions
No
Additional Fee
No









