Ken Shelton
Ken's Workshops
One workshop will be repeated, depending on interest.
Empowering Educators: A Personalized and Responsive Approach to Educator Wellbeing
In numerous instances, existing Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs and policies primarily concentrate on addressing learners' social and emotional needs. While these areas are undeniably vital, they frequently neglect or even overlook the well-being of educators. This comprehensive workshop will examine and evaluate the underlying causes, catalysts, and subsequent effects on the educator workforce that can result from such an oversight. By scrutinizing current policies and practices, and exploring innovative strategies, we will identify ways to effectively and sustainably support the SEL needs of educators within our schools and districts. This workshop is also for school leaders who want to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to foster a more holistic approach to SEL, benefiting both students and educators, which in turn leads to a thriving educational environment. You will leave the workshop with practical implementation tools such as a journaling template, a critical questioning bank, and numerous community building activities.
Building an AI Literacy: Strategies to Become an Effective AI Educator
Artificial intelligence (AI) is not only shaping education but also transforming many of the things we do. This comprehensive workshop will take you through a historical and foundational understanding of artificial intelligence while centering the conversation in the broader context of reimagining learning. We’ll spotlight various facets of AI, such as generative AI, large language models, and image generators, and consider the benefits and potential risks. We will examine what true AI Literacy means and how we can use AI as a tool for empowerment rather than exclusion. You’ll leave this workshop with an AI applications analysis guide, the ‘humanizing pedagogy framework, and some chatbot design protocols.
Unlocking Creativity: AI-Powered Visual Storytelling, Compelling Visuals, and Creativity for Educators
Unlock the power of AI to revolutionize your visual storytelling. This hands-on workshop introduces educators to cutting-edge AI tools that elevate visual designs, stories, and communications. Learn how to harness AI's potential to transform your ideas into compelling visual narratives that captivate and educate. Explore how AI can enhance your creative process, from generating unique imagery to refining designs and streamlining workflows. Discover techniques for creating immersive visual experiences that resonate with students and colleagues. Whether you're a tech novice or an experienced digital creator, this workshop will equip you with practical skills to integrate AI into your visual storytelling toolkit.