Technology & Innovation - Issue 12

If you’re a teacher unsure of how to go about teaching AI, help is now at hand... Experience AI 1 NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED Heard a lot about AI but unsure how to teach it? You’re not alone. Parent Zone’s Experience AI training is designed for teachers with no prior computing or STEM training. You’ll get to grips with key AI concepts, including bias and ethics, anthropomorphism and what AI means for young people’s future careers. Developed by the Raspberry Pi Foundation and Google DeepMind, the sessions are hands-on, practical and designed to build your confidence, no matter your starting point. 2 READY-TO-USE RESOURCES The training supports the use of the Experience AI programme – free, curriculum-linked lessons designed for pupils aged 11–14. The lesson resources include slides, videos, interactive activities and assessments that make AI engaging and accessible for young people. 98% of the teachers we’ve trained said the course improved their understanding of AI, with 94% finding it of a high quality and useful to them. The resources are designed to be used straight away, with the training ensuring that you’re ready to deliver with confidence. 3 EVENTS THAT WORK AROUND YOU We know how stretched a teacher’s time can be, which is why there are multiple ways of taking part. Choose from in-person training (with travel bursaries available), interactive virtual sessions or in-school training. Each option is free, expertly delivered and packed with practical takeaways. Whichever format you choose, you’ll get the same high-quality experience, the same ready-to-teach resources and the chance to grow your AI confidence alongside other practitioners. 4 SUPPORTIVE, TEACHER- FOCUSED ENVIRONMENTS Whether you’re brand new to AI, or just need a boost of confidence, our supportive training approach makes complex topics clear and approachable. You’ll take part in hands-on activities, ask questions freely and leave with the knowledge and tools to immediately apply what you’ve learnt in the classroom. Plus, you’ll be joining a community of educators all exploring the same challenges and opportunities presented by AI. 5 UNDERSTANDING THE DIGITAL FUTURE AI is already shaping the world around us, as more and more students encounter it every day. Our training lets educators take the lead in preparing young people for a future in which to be ‘digitally literate’ will entail understanding algorithms, data biases and machine learning. Our sessions will equip you to guide meaningful, informed discussions in the classroom, and help students become not just consumers of AI, but critical thinkers and responsible digital citizens. Key Points Become an Experience AI educator, connect with peers, share best practice and build your confidence in teaching AI by signing up for free training at parentzone.org.uk/ExperienceAI REASONS TO USE… 5 30 SECOND BRIEFING Ready to introduce lessons on AI? Join Parent Zone’s growing Experience AI teacher network, which will empower you with all the training, support, and resources you’ll need. Contact: Parent Zone supports secondary school educators with free teaching resources and training to improve outcomes for young people in the digital age. programmes@parentzone.org.uk | parentzone.org.uk The training is perfect for non-specialist secondary teachers of any subject, spanning step-by-step guidance, accessible content and practical support Participants get to access classroom-ready resources for ages 11–14 co-developed by the Raspberry Pi Foundation and Google DeepMind, covering everything you need to start confidently teaching AI Choose the training format that suits you best – take part virtually, attend in-person at a London venue or enquire about our in-school training to upskill multiple staff at once PA R T N E R C O N T E N T 51 teachwire.net