AI and the Teaching of Writing
Jan 23, 2025 3:30PM—5:00PM
Location
Virtual
Cost Early Bird Pricing for Members (available until Dec 29) $250 members; $225 group-rate 3+; $450 non-members
Categories Curriculum & Pedagogy, Intensive, Online
ABOUT THIS VIRTUAL INTENSIVE
Writing is about process, not product, and the emergence of generative AI has raised important questions about why and how we teach students to develop their writing skills. In this workshop, we’ll explore both challenges and opportunities that AI presents to the teaching of writing. We’ll look at the research on writing, consider a variety of classroom approaches, and discuss examples that fall into two categories: AI-resistant pedagogy and AI-assisted pedagogy. Participants will reflect on the way resistant and assisted approaches can deepen student learning and motivation when it comes to writing tasks.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Participants will:
- Explore the impact generative AI has on the practice and teaching of writing
- Understand that there are multiple ways to respond to generative AI, including AI-resistant and AI-assisted strategies
- Reflect on their current practice when it comes to writing instruction and assessment, identifying potential changes required in an AI age
AUDIENCE
Teachers of writing, especially at the middle and high school level.
Do you work at an independent school outside of California? Click here for a discount on our non-member registration!
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Eric Hudson is a facilitator and strategic advisor who supports schools in making sense of what’s changing in education and in being responsive to the people they serve. He has spent his career in education, and he uses his design sense to put the learner at the heart of every experience. Most recently, Eric spent a decade at Global Online Academy (GOA), first as an instructional coach and ultimately as Chief Program Officer, working with schools around the world to rethink where, when, and how we learn. Prior to GOA, he was a teacher at the middle, high school, and college levels. The classroom is where he developed his passion for learner-centered design and facilitation. He currently serves on the board of the Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools (ATLIS). Eric has a M.A. from the University of California, Berkeley, and a B.A. from Cornell University.
Cancellation Policy
Life happens. We understand that there will be times when you cannot attend a workshop that you have registered and paid for. We strive to be as helpful and flexible as possible when things out of your control happen. Please visit our FAQ page for detailed information about our cancellation policy and answers to frequently asked questions about enrollment and membership.