Deep Dive virtual

Foundations for AI Usage in Educator Preparation

Part of the Deep Dive: AI Integration in Educator Preparation Series Session 1

Date

Friday, September 18, 2026

Time

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM PDT

Location

Online

About This Event

Participants will develop a foundational understanding of the AI Integration Continuum and identify the knowledge, policies, and practices needed to support responsible AI use in educator preparation.

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly present in educational settings, educator preparation programs must develop shared understandings of its opportunities, limitations, and implications. This session introduces the AI Integration Continuum and focuses on the foundational knowledge, policies, competencies, and conditions that support thoughtful AI integration. Participants will explore what AI literacy means for educator preparation and identify key considerations for establishing a strong foundation for future implementation.

Featured Speakers

Dr. Kate Herman

Dr. Kate Herman

Associate Director, The Residency Lab

Dr. Kate taught both special and general education in Pennsylvania, Colorado, and the Netherlands. She believes residencies have the power to prepare all teachers to be inclusive.

Halley Maza

Halley Maza

Director of Learning, Innovation, and Research, Center for Reaching and Teaching

Halley Maza serves as Director of Learning Innovation and Research at CRTWC and is an adjunct faculty member at the University at Buffalo (UB). With over 15 years of experience across school counseling, mental health services, curriculum design, and teacher education, Dr. Maza brings a grounded research perspective to designing and researching practices that integrate social, emotional, and cultural learning into educator development.

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Topics

Artificial Intelligence