Introducing Middle Schoolers to GenAI with Ethical and Engaging Conversations

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CSTA Conf2026
AI is rapidly reshaping how our students learn, create, and communicate, yet many middle schoolers first encounter it through viral media rather than structured classroom discussions. This mini-session offers a ready-to-use, age-appropriate framework for introducing AI and generative AI (genAI) in the classroom. Using a short, interactive slide deck, participants will experience a lesson that helps students differentiate between “Train Your Brain,” “Learn a Skill,” and “Just Get It Done” tasks when deciding whether genAI use is appropriate. The session...