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Building Your Personal AI Integration Roadmap: From Values to Classroom Practice (Hybrid)

March 21st, 2026

Join us in Person or through Zoom!

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming part of everyday life for educators and students alike. This hands-on workshop supports both computer science and non-CS teachers in building confidence with AI while strengthening AI literacy through practical classroom connections, ethical reflection, and active exploration.

Participants will begin by examining their own values and beliefs about AI and how those values shape classroom decisions. The session will explore what it means to have “AI in your backpack,” highlighting everyday AI tools that can support planning, teaching, and learning. Teachers will engage in AI data journey mapping to better understand how data is created, used, and impacted by AI systems, and how to make these ideas visible to students.

The workshop will also focus on AI-aware assignment design, helping educators rethink tasks so that students use AI thoughtfully while still demonstrating authentic learning. Participants will get started with Apple tools and Common Sense Media that support creativity, accessibility, and AI-enhanced workflows in the classroom. Finally, teachers will develop a personal AI integration roadmap to identify next steps for responsible, purposeful AI use in their own practice.

By the end of the session, participants will leave with practical strategies, classroom-ready examples, and a personalized plan for integrating AI in ways that align with their values, curriculum goals, and student needs.

For in person participants, breakfast and lunch will be provided! We do have some Apple devices on hand for In-person attendees. If you have an Apple device, please bring your own. 

For Zoom Participants, sessions will be from 9 am to 1 pm. Try to have at least one apple device, such as a iPhone or iPad. It is helpful, but not necessary. 

Past Offerings

                 

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We are excited to invite you to CSTANJ CSPDWeek Spring PLC, where we will be "Planting the Seeds of Success: Teaching Computer Science in the Garden State." This event is designed to support educators in growing their knowledge and skills in computer science education.

Date: Saturday, May 3rd 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom TBA

This half-day event features engaging sessions to help you cultivate your computer science teaching strategies, including:

  • Epic Games Part 3 (for prior attendees of Sessions 1 & 2)

  • AI in the Elementary Classroom

  • Pseudocode for Praxis

 A 30-minute lunch break is included.

Join us and fellow educators as we collaborate, share best practices, and grow computer science education in New Jersey!

Connect with us on social media using #CSPDWeek2024 and #CompSciNJ and follow @CSTANJ, @CS4NJ, and @csteachersorg or Slack for updates.

Register Here! 

CSTA Reflective Teachers

Did you know there are CSTA Teacher Standards?
 
Do you want some guidance to help you reflect on your CS teaching practices? 
   
Whether you are new to teaching CS or a seasoned veteran, use the Roadmap and the Self-Reflection Worksheets to lead you on your continuous learning path!