Heartland AEA Digital Learning News
December 2023
AI in Education Webinar Recording π₯
We are so excited to share this webinar by Greg Kulowiecvfor on learning centered on artificial intelligence in education.
CSEdWeek Is coming up!
Throughout Computer Science Education Week, schools and other education providers in Iowa and all around the world will offer activities and programs to engage students in computer science education. Scheduled activities for Computer Science Education Week include:
- 11:00 AM -Noon - Panel for Secondary Students: βCareers in AIβ. Use the Careers Panel Registration Link to sign up for this event. Recorded session will be posted after the event.
- 11:00 AM -Noon - Panel for Secondary Students: βPathways to AI Careersβ. Use the Pathways Panel Registration Link to sign up for this event. Recorded session will be posted after the event.
- 6:30-7:30 p.m. β Virtual Family Coding Night CLICK HERE to register.
- 6:30-7:30 p.m. β (New this year) In Person Family Coding Night We are excited to pilot regional in-person AI events. Come together with other families in your community. Sessions will be facilitated virtually, but include trained in-person helpers plus the technology you need to complete the activities. Find an In-Person Family AI Night near you (Check back, new sites are being added)
- Nutcracker Ballet + STEM - Overview Flyer with links to activities
Learn more about CSEdWeek activities by visiting www.iowastem.org/csedweek. Follow on social media using the hashtag #CS4IA to see Computer Science Education Week events happening throughout Iowa.
What CS Classroom Support?
If you are interested in having someone from our CS Team to lead a computer science lesson in your classroom please reach out to us (haeatech@heartlandaea.org)
Iowa Ranks In The Top 10 For CS Education π₯
Watch this video with the highlights from the State of CS in Iowa!
Check out the full State of CS in Iowa report here.
AI Resources for Educators
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly vital part of our daily lives. Educators, with their commitment to preparing students for the future, have the opportunity to explore and learn more about the implications of AI in the classroom. In this spirit, Iowaβs AEAβs Statewide Computer Science team has created a series of AI documents designed to lead conversations on AI for teachers, offering insights and resources that meet the needs of 80% of educators. The goal is to provide educators with a comprehensive framework for integrating AI into the educational environment.
Upcoming Fall Technology Courses from HAEA π§βπ
EP Part 1: Collaboration
Date: Spring 2024
Credit: Participant Only (Free) or 1 LR ($35)
Course #190117
Instructor: Marisa Dahl and Emily Reynolds
Register for EP Part 1: Collaboration
EP Part 2: Equity and Student Choice
Date: Spring 2024
Credit: Participant Only (Free) or 1 LR ($35)
Course #190453
Instructor: Marisa Dahl and Emily Reynolds
Register for EP Part 2: Equity and Student Choice
EP Part 3: Universal Design + Blended Learning
Date: Spring 2024
Credit: Participant Only (Free) or 1 LR ($35)
Course # 203331
Register for Part 3: Universal Design + Blended Learning
Education Technologies for Administrators
Date: Nov. 29 & Dec. 7
Course # 203354
Credit: 1LR or Evaluator Approval
Instructors: HAEA Digital Learning Consultant Team
Designing With Canva in the Classroom: Basics
Date: Self-Paced, register and get started today!
Credit: 1 LR ($125)
Instructor: Marisa Dahl
Register for Designing with Canva in the Classroom: Basics
Maximizing Seesaw
Date: Self-Paced, register and get started today!
Credit: 1 LR ($125)
Instructor: Marisa Dahl
Register for Maximizing Seesaw
The Integrated Approach: Blending the K-5 Comp Sci Standards into Existing Instruction
Date: Spring 2024
Credit: Participant Only (free) or 1 LR ($35)
Instructor: Marisa Dahl, Janelle Thompson and Ashley Delaney
Course #: 204723
Register for Integrated CS Approach
Learning UDL Through Podcasts and Videos
Date: Self-Paced or join the June 2023 Section
Credit: 2 LR or 2 Grad
Instructor: Marisa Dahl
Course #: 204715
Register for Learning UDL 2 Grad Credits or Learning UDL 2 LR Credits
Heartland AEA Digital Learning Consultant Team
Our team of five consultants serves the 8 regions of Heartland Area Education Agency and designs and delivers the Heart of Innovation Summer Summit and Webinar Series. We are ready to deliver professional learning focused on effective digital learning and technology integration. Please reach out if we can design learning just right for you!
Email: haeatech@heartlandaea.org
Website: https://www.heartlandaea.org/educators/cia/digital-learning/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartlandaeainnovativeeducators/