Dr. Cooper’s keynote, The Promises and Pitfalls of Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Education, examines the rapidly evolving role of AI across learning environments. The talk explores key AI techniques and applications, framed within the values and principles outlined by UNESCO. Drawing on the latest research, Dr. Cooper maps the current policy landscape—highlighting the notable absence of AI-specific guidelines in most Ontario school districts—and offers recommendations for building system-wide capacity. Central themes include safeguarding academic integrity, equipping both educators and students with critical AI literacy, and leveraging the potential of generative AI to enhance learning. Throughout, the presentation underscores the importance of a human-centered approach to ensure AI in education supports equity, integrity, and meaningful learning outcomes.

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