Don't panic about AI—get pragmatic. In this session, educators will be presented with five essential AI literacy competencies for the classroom today. We will move beyond tool demonstrations to focus on the foundational knowledge necessary for responsible use, ethical evaluation, and effective integration of AI in teaching and learning.

Don't let a lack of devices or age restrictions stop your school's AI literacy initiative. This session showcases ready-to-use, hands-on AI activities that require no computers or internet access. Let's explore how simple materials can teach complex concepts like Machine Learning, Bias, and Algorithms through engaging games.

How can we ensure students are not just users of AI, but responsible co-creators and ethical citizens? This hands-on session guides K-12 educators through the globally recognized UNESCO AI Competency Framework for Students. Participants will use it to create an actionable curriculum map.

Turn learning science into practical teaching strategies for Generation Alpha. Rotate through hands-on stations exploring cognitive load, spaced retrieval, productive struggle, and evidence-based pedagogy. Learn to distinguish AI applications that deepen student thinking from those that bypass learning. Walk away with immediately implementable strategies utilizing free tools.