AI in Education: Transforming Teaching, Learning, and Leadership, White, Summer 2025

Course Number:	EDX 5710 S76
Instructor:	Benjamin White, Ed.D.
Location:	Online. Remote Asynchronous (fully online without scheduled meeting times.)
Dates and Times:	Jul 07 - Aug 24, 2025.
Credits:	3 Graduate Credits
Tuition:	$1,195

Course Description

Are you curious about how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform your work in education? Whether you’re a beginner with no prior AI experience or an experienced educator looking to deepen your expertise, this 7-week course is designed to meet you where you are. Teachers and administrators at all levels will gain practical skills in using AI to enhance student learning, create engaging and differentiated lessons, automate tedious administrative tasks, and improve communication with students, staff, and families. Learn how AI can help you analyze student data more efficiently, personalize instruction with ease, simplify special education case management, and even streamline tasks like scheduling, reporting, and resource planning.

What makes this course unique is its personalized approach, before starting, each participant will complete a pre-course evaluation to assess their familiarity with AI and identify specific goals. This ensures that your learning experience is tailored to your needs, allowing you to explore the most relevant AI tools for your role while engaging in a collaborative and dynamic learning environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience with AI solutions that support lesson planning, curriculum development, student engagement, leadership decision-making, and administrative efficiency. Ethical considerations will also be addressed to ensure AI is used responsibly and equitably in education. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with AI strategies that will save you time, enhance student outcomes, and help you work smarter, not harder. Don’t miss this opportunity to start, expand, or refine your AI skills and bring the power of artificial intelligence into your educational practice!

Audience: PK-12 Teacher & Leaders with a Bachelor's Degree

Course Goals & Objectives

Course Goals:

1. Understand the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and its impact on teaching, learning, and school operations.
2. Apply AI tools to enhance lesson planning, curriculum development, student engagement, and personalized learning.
3. Leverage AI to streamline administrative and leadership tasks, including scheduling, communication, and data analysis.
4. Explore ethical considerations and develop responsible practices for AI integration in educational settings.
5. Create and implement a personalized AI integration plan to improve classroom, school, or district practices.

Course Objectives:

1. Analyze the role and potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) across teaching, learning, and school operations.
2. Demonstrate the ability to apply AI tools to support lesson planning, curriculum development, student engagement, and personalized learning strategies.
3. Utilize AI technologies to improve efficiency in administrative and leadership functions, including scheduling, communication, and data management.
4. Evaluate ethical considerations and implement responsible practices when integrating AI into educational environments.
5. Design and execute a personalized AI integration plan for application in classrooms, schools, or district-wide initiatives.

Course Schedule

WEEK 1: AI in Education – What’s Possible? Setting Your Personal Learning Path

Readings:

• Summers, Introduction & Chapter 1
• Fitzpatrick, Fox & Weinstein, Introduction & Chapter 1

Assignments:

• Discussion Post 1: Introductions, due Wednesday
• Discussion Post 2: AI in Education – Potential and Personal Applications, due Sunday

WEEK 2: AI for Instructional Support and Content Development

Readings:

• Summers, Chapters 2–3
• Fitzpatrick, Fox & Weinstein, Chapter 4

Assignments:

• Discussion Post 3: AI for Instructional Support and Content Development, due Wednesday
• Discussion Post 4: AI-Powered Learning Activities, due Sunday

Projects:

• Begin Assignment: AI in Education Case Study on Impact and Application, due Sunday

WEEK 3: AI for Personalized Learning & Student Support

Readings:

• Summers, Chapters 4–5
• Fitzpatrick, Fox & Weinstein, Chapters 5–6

Assignments:

• Discussion Post 5: AI for Personalized Learning & Student Support, due Wednesday
• Discussion Post 6: AI for Student Support & Responsive Feedback, due Sunday

Projects:

• Begin Assignment: AI-Powered Personalized Learning Plan, due Sunday

WEEK 4: AI for School Operations & Administrative Efficiency

Readings:

• Summers, Chapters 6–7
• Fitzpatrick, Fox & Weinstein, Chapters 7–8

Assignments:

• Discussion Post 7: AI for School Operations & Administrative Efficiency, due Wednesday
• Discussion Post 8: AI for Data-Driven Decision-Making, due Sunday

WEEK 5: AI for Leadership, Collaboration, and Stakeholder Engagement

Readings:

• Summers, Chapters 8–9
• Fitzpatrick, Fox & Weinstein, Chapters 9–10

Assignments:

• Discussion Post 9: AI for Leadership & Collaborative Decision-Making, due Wednesday
• Discussion Post 10: AI for Stakeholder Engagement & Community Building, due Sunday

WEEK 6: Ethics, Equity, and Responsible AI Use

Readings:

• Summers, Chapters 10–11
• Fitzpatrick, Fox & Weinstein, Chapter 11

Assignments:

• Discussion Post 11: Ethical Considerations & Responsible AI Use in Education, due Wednesday

Projects:

• Assignment: Ethical Implications of AI in Education Guidelines, due Sunday

WEEK 7: AI Integration, Future Readiness & Course Wrap-Up

Readings:

• Summers, Chapters 12–13

Assignments:

• Discussion Post 12: Final Project Reflection, due Wednesday

Projects:

• Final Project: AI-Driven Educational Innovation & Implementation Plan, due Sunday

Instructor

Ben White, Ed.D.

Ben White is an educational leader and researcher focused on providing an inclusive, safe, and fun educational learning experience for students. He has expertise in antiracism professional development, policy development and preparing aspiring school leaders. Additionally, he is experienced in early literacy specifically teaching equity and diversity through literature as well as creating systems which foster innovation. He currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent for SAU 29. He has also worked as a Director of Curriculum, Communication and Innovation, Principal at the elementary level, an Assistant Principal at the middle-level, Program Director for at-risk children through a non-profit, and served as an educator in grades PreK-8th. He has a BS and an M.S.Ed. from Saint Joseph’s College of Maine and his Ed.D. through New England College.

Required Texts

Required Texts are not included in the course tuition.

Summers, V. R. (2024). The power of AI for educators: Revolutionize teaching to stay competitive, dramatically reduce workload, and personalize learning to increase student engagement and motivation. [Paperback].

The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education (The Hitchhiker's Guide for Educators Series) by Fitzpatrick, Fox & Weinstein (2023)

Other Suggested Readings/Texts:

Will be Available on Canvas When Necessary.

For additional course information

Ben White
(603) 803-1739

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Center for Schools Team

(802) 468-1325

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