Matthew King: Creating a Culture of AI Literacy Through Conversation at Brentwood School

Summary:

Many schools begin their AI journey by formulating AI policies. However, Matthew King, Director of Innovative Learning at Brentwood School, reveals their preference for establishing guiding principles over rigid policies considering AI’s rapidly evolving nature. 

Matt shares his approach to fostering dialogue with diverse school stakeholders. He describes engaging primary students in AI ethics and literacy, obtaining parental consent for use of AI in students’ learning, exploring AI applications with operational staff, and addressing teacher resistance through supportive one-on-one conversations. 

Throughout Brentwood’s AI journey, human connection remains central to cultivating a school-wide culture of AI literacy and integration.  It is the power of conversation, not rulebooks that create the foundation for responsible and effective AI adoption. 

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