AI in my Classroom - Teacher Incubator

Call for Teacher Innovators using AI in Classrooms
5 – 6 October 2024, University of Wollongong in Dubai

The ENAI WG Centre for Academic Integrity in the UAE’s AI Ethics Lab, in collaboration with University of Wollongong in Dubai, European Network for Academic Integrity and academic and industry partners, is excited to announce the AI in my Classroom - Teacher Incubator Program. This initiative seeks to empower schoolteachers in the UAE in line with Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence (DUB.AI) and the latest announcement by HH Sheikh Hamdan to upskill schoolteachers in AI. We plan to do this by supporting innovative projects that integrate AI into classroom teaching and learning through a unique incubator training program and a gift award.

Key Details

Eligibility: K-12 schoolteachers from primary to high school in the UAE, any Emirate (not limited to Dubai) may choose to participate. Each school may send a team of up to 3 (three) teachers each. Each proposal may have only one, two or up to three teachers involved. School takes responsibility for the award gift/prize to be spent as per proposal(s) by submitting an invoice and signs an agreement with ECAIU-UOWD in accordance.
Incubator Training Program: Attend a two-day incubator for hands-on training on AI tools, ethical responsibility, and ideation.
Incubator Dates: Intensive incubator program 5- 6 October 2024
Cash Prize Available: Up to AED 5000
Number of Awards: 1-3 proposals will be selected for award, which may be divided into combinations such as AED 5000 each, or AED 2000, AED 3000, and AED 5000, depending on project quality and needs. One proposal may be awarded a maximum of AED 5000.
Registration Application Deadline: 30 September 2024. Registration is FREE.
Project Implementation Period: January 2025 - March 2025 (purchase of devices, if included, may take place in December for January class usage)
Final Presentation: Teachers will present their findings at the Centre's Symposium in May 2025

Registration is now closed

Application Process

Registration: Register to attend the Incubator Training Program
Idea Submission: Teachers must come to the incubator training with an idea for using AI in their classrooms. This can also be something teachers have already applied in their classroom in the previous academic year(s).
Incubator Training Program: Teachers participate in an intensive incubator training program in October to develop and refine their AI integration ideas.
Proposal Development: During the incubator program, teachers will strengthen their proposals with guidance from mentors and experts.
Pitch Presentation: At the end of the training, teachers will present their refined proposals to a judging panel to get feedback
Check-in Session: Teachers will attend a check-in session after the incubator program has concluded for further mentorship and feedback
Selection Process: Teachers submit a final proposal by 15 November 2024 on School letterhead. School head will sign the Terms and Conditions.
Award Prize Disbursement: Selected proposals will be awarded gift/prize in the first week of December.

Eligible Expenses

Devices (eg VR goggles, 3D glasses, etc) and/or Software licences
Classroom printing
Training with registered partners
Other materials or consumables

Note: Local or International travel expenses are not eligible. Lab set up not eligible. T&C apply

Monitoring and Reporting

Mid-Term Report: Submit a progress report by February 2024. This may follow a site visit from the ECAIU board.
Final Report: Submit a final report by March 2025.
Symposium Presentation: Present your project findings at the Centre's Symposium in April-May 2025.

Timeline

30 August 2024: Initiative launch
30 September 2024: Registration
5 - 6 October 2024: Intensive incubator training program and project proposal development
6 October 2024: Pitch presentations to judging panel
30 October 2024: Virtual touch-base session for final feedback on proposals
15 November 2024: Final proposal submission
30 November 2024: Prize announcement
5 December 2024: Cash Prize disbursement
15 February 2025: Mid-term progress report
30 March 2025: Final report submission and project conclusion
May 2025: Presentation at the Centre's Symposium

How to Apply

To apply, please visit and submit your idea along with the required documentation. For more information, visit our website or contact [email protected].

We look forward to your innovative ideas and to supporting your efforts in integrating AI into the classroom through the AI in my Classroom - Teacher Incubator Program!

Consent and Codes of Conduct

All registered teachers MUST bring their own devices to the program on both days. Venue will provide WiFi access.
Catering arrangements will include a light breakfast and sandwiches on both days. Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergen-free options. We will ensure veg and non-veg options, however.
By registering for the program, participants automatically consent to photos and videos being taken throughout the event for promotional and documentation purposes and agree that their details may be shared with our partners.
Participants release the Centre, UOWD, and all partners from any liability for loss or damage that may occur to self or property during their participation in the program.
All participants and participating schools agree to adhere to the laws of the country as well as the rules and codes of conduct of the host campus at UOWD. Any breach of the terms and conditions will result in automatic disqualification
Committees' and judges’ decisions are final
By submitting the form (online/offline), the School agrees to all Terms and Conditions for the program and competition provided in the invitation letter and website beyond this form.
Terms are subject to change without prior notice.

Terms & Conditions for Winning Schools and Teachers

Click here to download AI in my Classroom - Teacher Incubator Terms & Conditions

Incubator Program – Agenda*

Day 1

Time	Activity	Speaker / Facilitator	Topic / Description
8:30 - 9:00 AM	Registration and Welcome light breakfast		Light breakfast and coffee/tea served as participants arrive and register.
9:00 - 9:30 AM	Opening Ceremony	Chairs, Ai-Tip	Welcome Address and Introduction to the Program.
9:30 - 10:00 AM	Keynote Talk	Speaker TBC	Transforming Education with AI: Opportunities and Challenges.
10:00 - 11:00 AM	Advanced Session on AI Tools and Applications	Speaker – Voiceee / TBA	Cutting-edge AI Tools for Education: Practical Applications.
11:00 - 11:15 AM	Coffee Break
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM	Innovation and Ideation Workshop	Speaker - PowerSchool / TBA	Driving Innovation in the Classroom with AI.
12:15 - 1:15 PM	Light Lunch Break
1:15 - 2:15 PM	Collaborative Workshop on Proposal Development	Speaker - ECAIU	Developing Strong Proposals for AI in Education Awards.
2:15 - 3:30 PM	Breakout Sessions with Mentors/Experts	Mentors/Experts	Focus on curriculum development, assessment methods, and student engagement using AI.
3:30 - 3:45 PM	Coffee Break
3:45 - 5:00 PM	Group Presentations and Feedback	Participants and Mentors	Group presentations and constructive feedback.

Day 2

Time	Activity	Speaker / Facilitator	Topic / Description
9:00 - 9:30 AM	Recap and Reflections	Facilitator	Summary of Day 1 activities and participant reflections.
9:30 - 10:00 AM	Session on Inclusion	Speaker – Ms Rema Menon, Counselling Point Dubai	Welcome Address and Introduction to the Program.
10:00 - 10:45 AM	Session on Ethics and Academic Integrity	Speaker – ECAIU / Studiosity / TBA	AI for Inclusive Education: Ensuring Accessibility and Equity.
10:00 - 10:45 AM	Coffee Break
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM	Session on Ethics and Academic Integrity	ECAIU / Studiosity / TBA	Cutting-edge AI Tools for Education: Practical Applications.
12:00 - 1:00 PM	Light Lunch Break
1:00 - 2:30 PM	Individual Work Time and Mentorship	Mentors	Participants work on their proposals with one-on-one mentorship.
2:30 - 3:00 PM	Coffee Break
3:00 - 4:30 PM	Proposal Presentations and Peer Review	Participants and Mentors	Proposal presentations and peer review.
4:30 - 5:00 PM	Closing Ceremony	President and Vice President ECAIU	Summary of key learnings, next steps, and closing remarks.

*Agenda subject to change

Partners

Academic Partners

European Network for Academic Integrity (Europe)
University of Wollongong in Dubai
Ajman University
British University in Dubai
Middlesex University Dubai
Birmingham University Dubai
Al Diyafah High School Dubai
ASPAM Indian International School Sharjah

Industry & Knowledge Partners

Studiosity
Power School
Voicee
W3rld
Arabiatee* (TBC)

Counselling Partners

Counselling Point Dubai

Event Partners

Smart Summit Series

Contact details

For further clarifications or questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].