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The Generative Age: Star-Studded AI Showdown (You Judge the Winner!)

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Session description

Back by popular demand! Join this dynamic, gamified panel - moderated by The Generative Age host Alana Winnick - as top voices in education debate the ethics, creativity, risks, and realities of AI. With live audience voting, a student voice, and surprise high-profile panelists, discover how generative AI is transforming learning.

Outline

1. Welcome & Format Overview (5 minutes)
Moderator introduces the purpose and flow of the session.
Audience is onboarded to the gamified format: after each question, panelists respond, and attendees vote for the most compelling answer using their devices.

2. Panelist Introductions (3 minutes)
Each panelist shares a 30-second intro, highlighting their AI experience and perspective.

3. Gamified AI Panel Rounds (45 minutes total)
Each round includes a moderator question, panelist responses, audience voting, and brief reflection.
Round 1: AI + Creativity – How can AI support innovation in student work and authentic expression?
Round 2: AI + Equity – How do we ensure all learners benefit from generative AI?
Round 3: AI + Ethics – Where should we draw the line? Exploring bias, data, and digital integrity.
Round 4: AI + Assessment – How is AI changing how we measure understanding and success?
Round 5: AI + Student Agency – What does it look like when students lead with AI?
After each round, the audience votes on the best response via live poll. A scoreboard updates in real time, adding energy and modeling classroom gamification.

4. Reflection, Winner Reveal, and Takeaways (5 minutes)
The panelist with the highest audience score is announced and celebrated.
Moderator synthesizes top takeaways from the discussion.
Resource link is shared with session highlights, tools, and related podcast episodes.

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Outcomes

After this session, participants will be able to...
Analyze the instructional, ethical, and creative implications of generative AI in K–12 education.
Evaluate diverse perspectives on AI’s role in teaching and learning through an interactive, audience-led discussion format.
Identify practical, classroom-ready strategies for integrating AI tools that promote student voice, creativity, and ownership.
Advocate for equitable and ethical AI implementation by recognizing potential risks, barriers, and solutions.
Design learning experiences that model agency, adaptability, and authentic engagement—mirroring the participatory structure of the panel itself.

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Supporting research

Winnick, A. (2023). The Generative Age: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Education.

Clark, H. (2023). The AI Infused Classroom. Elevate Books Edu.

Shelton, K. (2024). The Promises and Perils of AI in Education. Equity in Action Publishing.

Piercey, D. (2023). 50 Strategies for Integrating AI into the Classroom. Shell Education.

Miller, M. (2023). AI for Educators: Learning Strategies to Transform the Classroom. Ditch That Textbook.

U.S. Department of Education. (2023). Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Teaching and Learning: Insights and Recommendations.
https://tech.ed.gov/ai/

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Presenters

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AI in Education Strategist
The Infused Classroom
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Educational Technology Director
Pocantico Hills CSD

Moderator

ISTE Certified Educator

Session specifications

Topic:

Artificial Intelligence

Grade level:

PK-12

Audience:

Curriculum Designer/Director, Teacher, Technology Coach/Trainer

Attendee devices:

Devices required

Attendee device specification:

Smartphone: Windows, Android, iOS
Laptop: Chromebook, Mac, PC
Tablet: Android, iOS, Windows

Subject area:

Interdisciplinary (STEM/STEAM), Teacher Education

ISTE Standards:

For Education Leaders: Empowering Leader
For Educators: Leader
For Students: Empowered Learner

Transformational Learning Principles:

Ensure Opportunity, Prioritize Authentic Experiences

Additional detail:

Student presentation