edWebinars
«Back to all edWebinars- This event has passed.
Teach K-5 Students How AI Works with Unplugged and Robotics Activities
Monday, October 28, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT
Presented by Vicky Sedgwick, Former K-2 Grade Band Lead, AI for K12 Initiative, and President, CSTA Greater Los Angeles Chapter; Erin Asamoto, Assistant Principal, Scotts Valley Unified School District (CA), and Monterey Bay CUE; Katy Scowcroft, Second-Grade Teacher, Santa Cruz City Schools (CA); and Jason Innes, Director of Curriculum, Training, and Product Management, KinderLab Robotics
Sponsored by KinderLab Robotics
Learn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording, earning your CE certificate, and using our new accessibility features.
Join this edWebinar featuring a panel of educators who share their experiences teaching K-5 students about artificial intelligence through hands-on robotics and fun, unplugged activities. Discover how they have successfully introduced complex AI concepts to young learners, empowering them to see themselves as creators of these technologies rather than just consumers.
AI is a hot topic in education, with discussions about how it might transform teaching and assessment, or even encourage cheating—but AI is also a key subject in computer science! So, what exactly is AI and how does it work? Just like with other STEM and computer science topics, early childhood is the ideal time to build a foundational understanding of AI concepts.
Through developmentally appropriate unplugged and robotics activities—including the screen-free KIBO robot—elementary-aged students can grasp the fundamentals of AI. With the lessons, activities, and ideas provided, you too can easily bring AI education to your students, in your classroom, after school, makerspace, and beyond. In this edWebinar, we:
- Share real-world examples of teaching AI to K-5 students
- Demonstrate how to meet computer science standards through AI education
- Provide resources, lesson plans, and activities that you can implement right away
Begin teaching your students about AI, even if you don’t consider yourself an expert! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-5 teachers, librarians, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.
About the Presenters
Vicky Sedgwick is a retired educator from Los Angeles who is passionate about teaching computer science, including artificial intelligence, starting in the primary grades. She was a writer on the CSTA K-12 2017 Standards and on the CSTA Standards for CS Educators and was the K-2 Grade Band Lead on AI for K12 Initiative. Vicky served as a K-8 representative on the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) Board of Directors from July 2017 to July 2021 and is currently President of the CSTA Greater Los Angeles Chapter.
After over 14 years teaching English in Santa Cruz City Schools, Erin Asamoto transitioned to a Curriculum and Instructional Coach role at San Jose Unified, where she supported technology integration and teacher development. She returned to Santa Cruz City Schools five years ago focusing on integrating technology and computer science into core subjects through the CSForAll grant. This year, Erin had the privilege to transition to become the Assistant Principal at Scotts Valley Middle School. She looks forward to supporting teachers and enhancing student engagement in the community.
With 17 years of experience in education, including 13 as a dedicated second-grade teacher, Katy Scowcroft is passionate about creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. She strives to ensure all students have equitable access to education and technology. Katy is particularly focused on integrating computational thinking and computer science concepts into her instruction, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills in her young learners.
Jason Innes is the Director of Curriculum Development, Training, and Product Management for KinderLab Robotics, where he develops STEAM curricula and leads professional development workshops. He loves helping teachers integrate KIBO robotics and playful STEAM activities into their classes. He has presented on robotics, early coding, and KIBO integration at numerous conferences and workshops. He has taught creative technology to children in classrooms as a specialist and in out-of-school-time enrichment settings. He has a BA in media studies from Harvard University and a graduate certificate in early childhood technology from Tufts University.
Learn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording, earning your CE certificate, and using our new accessibility features.
Join the Artificial Intelligence in Education community to network with educators, participate in online discussions, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates.
Meet KIBO—the screen-free robot kit designed to ignite the imaginations of young learners from PreK-5th grade! With over 20 years of early childhood development research behind it, KIBO empowers children to build, code, decorate, and bring their own robot creations to life. Through hands-on activities with KIBO, kids delve into STEAM subjects, honing their computational skills while encouraging creativity, problem solving, and collaboration. Watch your students unlock their potential with KIBO. Build. Art. Code. Play!
