The AI Balancing Act: Policies, Practices, and Purpose for Schools (Implement AI in schools with policies, purpose, and practical guidance.) AI for Educators ed. Edition

AI is transforming classrooms—but many schools struggle to implement it effectively. The AI Balancing Act goes beyond theory and tools, offering a complete, district-level road map for AI implementation from start to finish. This guide equips district leaders and administrators to create policies, build AI Impact Teams, and implement AI safely, ethically, and strategically across their schools. Readers will:Embrace and navigate AI implementation and build awareness of its risks and benefitsDevelop policies and systems to ensure individuals use AI ethicallyImplement ongoing training for educators to keep current with emergent AI trendsPromote greater AI literacy among educators, administrators, students, and familiesEnhance students’ educational experience through a learning progression that balances new technology with time-tested, essential college- and career-ready skills Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: The Promise and Perils of AI in Education Chapter 2: AI Policy Creation Chapter 3: Professional Development and Training for Educators Chapter 4: Education for Students and Families Epilogue Appendix: Resources for AI Implementation References Index Read more