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Join the ChangED team as we dive into the intersection of AI and education with Dr. MaryJo Yannacone, Superintendent of Springfield Township School District, as she shares her transformative journey integrating artificial intelligence into secondary education. Inspired by Matthew Ball's "Metaverse," Dr. Yannacone discusses how her district is pioneering AI implementation while maintaining academic integrity. Learn about their innovative "stoplight" system for AI usage, the integration of tools like ChatGPT and Brisk, and how they're empowering students to use AI as a supportive tool while developing their authentic voices.
About our guest:
In December 2020 Dr. Yannacone began her tenure as Superintendent of Schools for The School District of Springfield Township. Prior to that she served as Assistant Superintendent in the same district for two years, was a HS Principal for 15 years, and an English Teacher for 13 years. She is primarily focused on maintaining equitable access to student learning, raising expectations for student achievement, and developing a strategic vision for community engagement and commitment to public schools. A strong proponent of personalized learning and the importance of student, staff and community voice, Dr. Yannacone’s vision is to build a school community of growth and caring rooted in equitable practices.
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