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Ensuring Equitable A.I. Access for All

Artificial Intelligence: The Next Equity Frontier in Education As AI rapidly transforms industries, are our schools keeping pace? This thought-provoking presentation explores the critical need to ensure equitable access to AI education for all students - especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Gain insights into the barriers low-income students face, such as limited funding, lack of teacher training, and restrictive policies. Discover innovative solutions like targeted funding, professional development, and age-appropriate AI curricula. Learn from exemplary districts pioneering ethical, inclusive AI policies to empower rather than divide. Engage in dialogue on safeguarding student data while unlocking AI's potential for individualized learning and creativity. Ensure your students aren't left behind in the AI revolution by joining us for this vital discussion on the path forward.

This talk was presented at:
2025 National ESEA Conference
February 2025 in Austin, TX
For more information:
shawncrosier@susd.org
Speakers
Shawn Crosier

Shawn Crosier brings extensive firsthand expertise on ensuring equitable access to AI education from his 15 years as a middle school teacher in Title I schools and his current role as Coordinator of Federal and State Programs for Scottsdale Unified School District. His experiences navigating the challenges faced by disadvantaged students in accessing technology and educational resources uniquely position him to identify barriers to AI literacy. Crosier's on-the-ground perspective from Title I classrooms allows him to provide authentic insights into the policies and funding solutions needed to bridge the AI access gap for low-income students. As an educator and administrator immersed in serving underprivileged populations, he offers a vital voice on this pressing equity issue in 21st century learning. Mr. Crosier focused his work and research as 2024 IEL Education Policy Fellowship Program Fellow on the topic of Ensuring A.I. Equity for All Students.