Cultures of Thinking Summit 2027

Step into an interactive exploration of documentation--one of the four key Making Thinking Visible practices--as a tool for seeing, shaping, and deepening student thinking. Together, we’ll examine the environment as a powerful cultural force that can be intentionally designed to make learning visible and meaningful. Through hands-on practice and reflection, participants will uncover how thoughtful documentation and environmental design can spark curiosity, foster agency, and extend understanding in any learning space.

What does it mean for educators to foster thinking and understanding in the age of AI, and how can we cultivate both student and teacher agency regarding these emergent and powerful tools for learning? Grounded in the ninth mindset of the Cultures of Thinking in Action framework, this interactive workshop will explore ways we can create intentional opportunities for ourselves and our students to explore, understand, and interrogate AI using Project Zero ideas and a maker mindset. Incorporating AI in our teaching and learning can drive engagement, fuel empowerment, and foster deep learning. No experience with AI necessary, just an open mind! Participants are encouraged to bring a computing device, if available.

What does it mean for educators to foster thinking and understanding in the age of AI, and how can we cultivate both student and teacher agency regarding these emergent and powerful tools for learning? Grounded in the ninth mindset of the Cultures of Thinking in Action framework, this interactive workshop will explore ways we can create intentional opportunities for ourselves and our students to explore, understand, and interrogate AI using Project Zero ideas and a maker mindset. Incorporating AI in our teaching and learning can drive engagement, fuel empowerment, and foster deep learning. No experience with AI necessary, just an open mind! Participants are encouraged to bring a computing device, if available.