AI Social Learning - Kickoff Event for Educators

AI Social Learning
Session 1 — AI Social Basics: Tips, Tricks, and Tools for Teacher Efficiency

Curious about AI but not sure where to start? Already experimenting and ready to work smarter? Join colleagues for a relaxed, hands-on session built around learning together. We’ll cut through the hype, try tools in real time, and leave with practical strategies you can use in your classroom tomorrow.

In this session, we’ll explore:

• Quick Start: What AI Is and What It Is Not. A plain-language look at how AI works, where it shines, and where it falls short.
• Prompt Writing. Learn simple techniques for getting clear, useful results instead of generic answers.
• LLM Tools: Pros and Cons. Compare popular AI tools side by side so you can choose the right one for the task.
• Time-Saving Teacher Tools and Uses. See practical ways AI can help with planning, differentiation, communication, and everyday tasks.

No experience necessary. Just bring a device and your curiosity. Participants will earn a certificate for 2 hours of CEU credit.

Presenter Information:

*Megan Trumpler and Tracy Jester are Jacksonville educators with more than 50 years of combined experience in the classroom and beyond. Their expertise spans elementary, middle, and high school. They are passionate about helping teachers use AI thoughtfully and ethically. Both regularly lead professional development at their schools, guiding colleagues through the practical tools, smart strategies, and responsible-use practices that make AI a true asset in education. Their approach is hands-on, approachable, and grounded in real classroom experience. Teachers leave with ideas they can put to work right away.