This session will provide participants with an understanding of how The College of Education at The University of Texas at El Paso is advancing a focused strategy to address technological shifts in education. An overview of the Educator Preparation Program, specifically newly designed course work (e.g. Computational Thinking for Educators) and initiatives supporting a commitment to preparing educators for a shift into AI transforming teaching and learning will be provided in during this session. Session participants will walk away with practical strategies for supporting teachers in a rapidly evolving educational landscape as evidenced by the El Paso AI Hub- an innovative strategic initiative designed to accelerate regional AI literacy and competency by providing a centralized, dynamic online platform for educators and learners.
