More than 150 educators, administrators and technological innovators from all over Florida have summoned to the University of Florida Education college From June 10 to 11 for AI in the education fair – a two -day event highlighting the growing role of artificial intelligence in schools and classrooms.
Held to Norman Hall of UF, the fair included more than 30 interactive demos, research presentations and group discussions designed to explore how AI can improve education while centering ethics, fairness and human connection.
“We help direct the evolution of artificial intelligence in education,” said Dean Glenn E. Good During its opening remarks. “Our mission is daring: to make AI the centerpiece of 21st century education and labor – in a responsible and equitable manner.”
Maya IsraelAssociate professor at the UF, and Roberto Alonso of the Miami-Dade school board launched the event sessions with an overview of AI initiatives in Florida K-12 schools, including the work of the Florida K-12 Ai Education Task Force And pilot programs in Miami-Dade classrooms.
Participants have engaged with tools developed by UF such as intelligent tutoring systems, adaptive literacy games and program design platforms – innovations aimed at personalizing learning and stimulating students' commitment. Industry leaders, school technology officers and researchers also addressed key problems such as data confidentiality, algorithmic prejudices and inclusive AI design.
“The greatest opportunity is the collaboration between universities, schools and technological partners to really transform education,” said Alonso.
The sessions also included practical training to help educators integrate AI tools into their classes, supported by UF centers such as the Lastinger center for learningTHE CSEVERYONE CENTER And PK Yonge Developmental Research School.
“Simply scraping the surface,” said Keith Mastorides, director of school technology in Pinellas County. “With responsible use, the potential is infinite.”
As the event finished, the participants expressed their enthusiasm about the coming road – with a common commitment to guarantee that AI in education raises teachers and students.
“It's a moment that changes the world,” said Dean Good. “And Florida is ready to open the way.”
Learn more about the AI ​​of the UF in education initiatives at Education.ufl.edu/ai.
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