About This Event
Participants will explore how AI can support coursework and instructional practice while identifying approaches that maintain human-centered, pedagogically sound educator preparation experiences.
As AI tools become more accessible, educator preparation programs must determine how they can support teaching, learning, assessment, and clinical practice while preserving professional judgment and educator expertise. This session explores practical applications of AI within coursework and instructional settings, including opportunities to enhance learning, model responsible use, and prepare future educators to navigate AI-rich environments.
Featured Speakers
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
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.
Other Events in This Series
Foundations for AI Usage in Educator Preparation Session 1
September 18, 2026
Equitable AI Systems in Educator Preparation Session 2
November 13, 2026
Partnerships & Governance's Role in AI in Educator Preparation Session 3
January 15, 2027
Data & Continuous Improvement in AI in Educator Preparation Session 5
May 14, 2027
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