Overview

May 17

In our last webinar, we explored how generative AI technologies like ChatGPT can revolutionize how we interact with machines and automate complex tasks in K-12 and higher education institutions. Unlike traditional rule-based systems, generative AI technologies can learn and adapt to new situations, making them an ideal solution for education institutions with unique and evolving needs.

Due to overwhelming demand, the Center for Digital Education is hosting a live follow-up webinar on May 17, 2023, at 10 a.m. Pacific Time/1 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the latest advances with generative AI and answer your most pressing questions.

During this webinar, you can:

Get an update on where generative AI stands today in K-12 and higher education institutions.
Ask your most pressing questions about the fundamentals of generative AI and how ChatGPT works in an educational setting.
Hear how to prepare your institution for the future of AI in education and what steps you can take today to ensure a smooth transition.

The link to our April 14 webinar is posted here. Listen in to be prepared to ask any questions that will prepare you to move into the world of generative

Speakers

Teri Takai

Senior Vice President, Center for Digital Government, e.Republic

Teri Takai is the Senior Vice President of the Center for Digital Government, a national research and advisory institute on information technology policies and best practices in state and local government. She worked for Ford Motor Company for 30 years in global application development and information technology strategic planning. From Ford, she moved to EDS in support of General Motors. A long-time interest in public service led her to the government sector, first as CIO of the State of Michigan, then as CIO of the State of California, and subsequently the CIO of the U.S. Department of Defense, the first woman appointed to this role. She then served as the CIO for Meridian Health Plan. She is a member of several industry advisory boards. Teri has won numerous awards including Governing Magazine’s Public Official of the Year, CIO Magazine’s CIO Hall of Fame, Government Technology Magazine’s Top 25 Doers, Dreamers & Drivers, the Women in Defense Excellence in Leadership Award, and the Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service.

Brian Cohen

Vice President, Center for Digital Government & Center for Digital Education, e.Republic

Brian Cohen is the Vice President of the Center for Digital Government and Center Digital Education. Prior to joining the Center, Brian served for 30 years in IT leadership roles with the City of New York and most recently with the City University of New York (CUNY).

Dustin Haisler

Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, e.Republic

Dustin Haisler is the Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer (CSO/CINO) for e.Republic - the nation's leading state and local government media and research company - and the parent company of Government Technology, Governing, and the Center for Digital Government. Dustin also serves as an Eisenhower Fellow (2019 Zhi-Xing Program) and Program Faculty for the Certified Public Management Program (CPM) at Texas State University. As the former Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Assistant City Manager for the City of Manor, Texas, a city outside Austin, Dustin quickly built a track record and reputation as an early innovator in civic tech. Dustin’s work over the years has been featured numerous publications and books including Wired, Fast Company, the Wall Street Journal, Inc. Magazine, the Today Show on NBC, and Citizenville by California Governor, Gavin Newsom. Dustin graduated Magna Cum Laude from LeTourneau University with a Bachelor of Business Administration and has worked with universities around the globe on incubating next-generation technologies in government.

Webinar

ChatGPT Unleashed: An Update and Interactive Q&A for K-12 and Higher Education