Call to Action:

1. Visioning with Educators: Walk away with visioning activities that facilitate educators in their community to better understand their needs and aspirations, ensuring that school designs foster environments that support innovative teaching and learning.
2. Invest in Research and Development: Walk away with current research around AI integration and will be encouraged to consider investing time and resources into researching the latest educational trends and technologies, specifically AI, to inform and enhance their architectural practices for future-ready school designs.
3. Advocate for Flexible and Adaptive Learning Spaces: Walk away with talking points that can be used with educators to help them champion the creation of flexible, adaptable learning environments that not only meet current educational needs but also anticipate future challenges and opportunities in teaching and learning.

Abstract: Public schools are undergoing a profound transformation that reflects historical shifts with the emergence of new technologies. This presentation delves into the evolving role of public schools with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), and how architects can serve as changemakers, designing spaces that support and inspire pedagogical innovation, collaboration, and student well-being. By engaging in this dialogue, architects and educators will collaborate to envision the future of school design, ensuring that learning environments not only meet current needs but also anticipate the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. Together, we can redefine educational spaces to inspire the next generation of learners and leaders.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the Historical Transformation of Public Schools: Explore the historical shifts in the purpose of public schools and how these transformations relate to contemporary educational practices and the integration of new technologies, particularly AI.
2. Analyze the Impact of AI on Education: Examine how the incorporation of artificial intelligence in education will influence teaching methodologies, student engagement, and systemic changes within educational contexts.
3. Identify Architectural Innovations for Evolving School Needs: Architects will learn about innovative design principles and practices that accommodate new teaching approaches, promote collaboration, and enhance student well-being in learning environments.
4. Recognize the Architect’s Role in Educational Transformation: The session will highlight the essential responsibilities that architects have as change agents, focusing on how their designs can accelerate systemic changes and support educators in facilitating transformative learning experiences.