CANCELED: Media literacy Workshop: Evaluating Online Sources and AI Generated Information

As a result of this workshop, the requested services will be focused on creating comprehension about digital media literacy. Staff engaging in this professional learning will deepen their understanding and knowledge of this topic(s), and the objectives of this training are as follows:

• Implementation of student learning experiences covering the following:
  • Fact-Checking Strategies
  • Lateral Reading Techniques
  • Identifying Bias in Sources
  • Critically Analyzing Online Media
  • Analyzing discrepancies in AI-generated information
  • Understanding the Influence of Social Media

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Cost: $25 per person, no lunch included

Presenters: Frank Devereaux and Jake Boll

About the Presenters:

Frank Devereaux is an Innovative Deeper Learning Designer from the Madison area and works as a consultant for CESA 2 in the Digital Leadership and Learning Center of Excellence. His experience centers on the integration of technology in creative and innovative ways to support student learning in the classroom. Over the past few years, he has been diving into the realm of AI integration, inclusivity and equity in STEAM curriculum, and Design Thinking Projects for the Makerspace that are culturally relevant.

Jake Boll's background is in secondary social studies and he now serves districts in central Wisconsin as a Curriculum and Ed Tech Specialist at CESA 5. Some of his favorite topics include equitable assessments, best practices with technology in education, and student inquiry in the classroom. Beyond that, he coaches high school cross country and has a beautiful wife and three young kids at home to keep life busy and fun!

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