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Discover how generative AI can bring the past to life and shape the future of teaching, learning and assessment.Eric Persen’s journey from history classroom to GenAI advisor began with a single question: how can emerging technologies make the study of history more engaging, while also shaping the future of education policy?

Teaching history with AI

<h2>What to expect</h2>Eric’s research explored innovative and interactive ways to teach Key Historical Ideas - the conceptual backbone of history learning - using Generative AI. But what started as a classroom experiment soon expanded into a broader role: advising on the responsible and effective use of AI across the education sector.From age restrictions and data sovereignty to model accuracy and NCEA assessment impacts, Eric has become a trusted voice in guiding Shirley Boys&#039; High School in Christchurch through the opportunities and risks of AI. He has trialed and evaluated a wide range of tools, lifted AI literacy for students and staff, and helped develop school AI policies that balance innovation with responsibility.<h3>This session is for anyone who:</h3><ul><li>Wants practical, creative strategies for teaching complex concepts with AI</li><li>Is curious about the wider implications of GenAI in education, from policy to pedagogy</li><li>Believes AI literacy should be an essential skill for both students and teachers</li><li>Is navigating the challenges of assessment, accuracy, and ethical use in the age of AI</li><li>Uses, builds, or is impacted by technology shaping how we teach, learn and assess.</li></ul>

Teaching History with AI