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AI for Educators Empowering Teachers, Inspiring Students

AI for Educators: Empowering Teachers, Inspiring Students

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Course Description

This comprehensive, interdisciplinary graduate-level course dives deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI), with a specific focus on the use of generational conversational AI in educational contexts. Students will explore the historical and theoretical foundations of AI, analyze the ethical challenges presented by AI in education including data privacy, algorithm bias, fairness, and the potential misuse in cheating. Students will then investigate the creative possibilities unlocked by AI integration in the classroom. The course provides a platform to learn, evaluate, and apply generative AI in various aspects of education, such as crafting resourceful lesson plans, innovative assessments, personalized feedback, and differentiated instruction. Hands-on activities and assignments will give students the opportunity to apply AI to the creation of resourceful lesson plans and teaching materials that inspire and engage.

The course progresses to explore how AI can revolutionize assessments and feedback in education, making them more personalized, efficient, and effective. This will involve both a theoretical understanding and practical application of AI in assessments to create a more inclusive and effective learning environment.  The final segment of the course focuses on teaching your own students how to use critical thinking and problem solving to leverage AI tools to adapt to the transformative potential of AI.

Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

  • Describe the history, evolution, and key principles of AI
  • Formulate a thorough ethical analysis of AI use in education, with an emphasis on data privacy, fairness, and accessibility
  • Design and deliver lessons using generative AI to monitor student progress, collect formative and summative data, and analyze outcomes to inform instructional decisions
  • Develop, design, and implement innovative learning strategies and assessments using AI to create differentiated instruction strategies and promote personalized learning
  • Teach students about the principles and responsible use of generative AI

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Reviews

  • "This was one of the best online courses I’ve taken, I was taught real-world teaching tools that I was able to implement the next day."

  • "I really enjoyed this class a lot. The information in the videos was very interesting, and I’m excited to use the AI tools that I learned about to make my classroom more efficient and effective."

  • "I learned so much that I am excited to use it to improve my teaching and save time!!!"

  • "This class was the perfect entrance point for learning about AI and how to use it in the classroom."

  • "The opportunities to practice using AI programs for my own work and to create lessons/activities for students were invaluable."

  • "Very cool technology for all grade levels."

  • "I had very little understanding of AI, its uses, or benefits. I most appreciate how the course simplified what could be viewed as a complex subject."

  • "This class was my first experimentation with AI, and I am so thankful to have learned about this time-saving tool."

  • "Totally new to AI, and I am floored by the possibilities!! Good presentations and resources."

  • "Learning about resources that are going to make my job easier and my life better."

  • "This class was AMAZING! I was very skeptical of using AI, and this class totally changed my perspective. I learned so many time saver tips and reasons it can be used for good!"

  • "I loved the interactive nature of the course. I loved the excuse to have a structured playtime with AI. There is so much AI can do, but it takes time to explore how to get the desired results."

  • "I feel like AI is going to revolutionize my teaching practice, and I am so excited to have more tools to use to make my job easier and more effective!"

  • "Thank you so much for such an informational asynchronous PD on ChatGPT! I’ve been obsessed with it lately, and it really scratched my itch to learn more about how to use this incredible, often-misunderstood tech tool in the classroom."

  • "It made me think about how I can use generative AI to improve student learning."

  • "I enjoyed the examples given and then the time allotted to work."

  • "How applicable the content is. I will be utilizing it next week in my classroom!"

  • "The information was powerful! I was able to use AI for my students immediately."

  • "I loved the exploration we were given to create AI tools that would actually help us in our own classrooms. The lesson plan at the end was a great way to bring everything together!"

  • "This course introduced me to a whole new world. I spent a lot of time playing with the different AI platforms."

FAQs

Q: What will I learn in this AI professional development course for teachers?

This course provides practical, classroom-focused training on using generative AI tools for lesson planning, assessments, and student engagement. You will learn how to apply AI directly in your teaching workflow, not just theory, so you can improve efficiency and learning outcomes.

Q: Will I receive a certificate upon completing this AI course?

Yes. When you complete the course, you will receive a certificate of completion documenting your completed hours.

The hours listed on your certificate are based on the course credit value:
1 semester credit course = 15 hours
2 semester credit course = 30 hours
3 semester credit course = 45 hours

Because teacher license renewal requirements vary by state, we recommend checking our state requirements page or contacting your state licensing agency to confirm how this course will apply.

Q: Is this generative AI teacher training suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. This course is designed for educators with little to no technical experience. You’ll receive step-by-step guidance to help you confidently use AI tools to save time, support lesson planning, create classroom materials, differentiate instruction, and streamline everyday teaching tasks. 

No prior experience with AI is required. The course is beginner-friendly, practical, and focused on real classroom use. 

Q: How can I use AI in my classroom safely and responsibly?

This course teaches you how to use AI tools in a safe, ethical, and classroom-appropriate way. 

You’ll learn how to: 

  • Use AI to support instruction without replacing critical thinking 
  • Avoid common concerns like plagiarism or over-reliance on AI 
  • Implement AI in ways that align with school expectations and student learning goals 

This ensures you can confidently use AI as a time-saving tool that enhances—not replaces—effective teaching. 

Q: Will this AI for Educators course count toward license renewal or salary advancement?

This course may be used for teacher license renewal in many states. When you complete the course, you will receive a certificate of completion documenting your completed hours.

The hours listed on your certificate are based on the course credit value:
1 semester credit course = 15 hours
2 semester credit course = 30 hours
3 semester credit course = 45 hours

Because teacher license renewal requirements vary by state, we recommend checking our state requirements page or contacting your state licensing agency to confirm how this course will apply.

For salary advancement, many school districts require official graduate-level credit from an accredited university for lane movement, pay raises, or pay scale placement. Happy Teacher PD offers a graduate credit option through our HLC-accredited university partner, giving teachers a flexible, self-paced way to complete coursework that may support their professional and financial goals. Because each district sets its own guidelines, we recommend checking with your district before enrolling to confirm what type of credit is required.