AI Tools: Craft, Create, Code

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CSTA Conf2026
As artificial intelligence transforms how students create, design, and communicate ideas, this hands-on session teaches CS educators to integrate generative AI into their classrooms. Participants in the session will explore the evolution of AI in K–12 education while experimenting with tools like Canva Magic Media, Leonardo.Ai, Suno, Glowforge, and AI-assisted coding platforms. Attendees will engineer prompts to generate cohesive album cover visuals, soundtracks, and basic coded interactions, comparing AI outputs with human-created work to better understand interpretation, style, and limitations....