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Policy Essentials: Building the SAFE Infrastructure for AI in Education
Why is now the best time to enroll?
AI is already in your classrooms. Traditional acceptable use policies were not built for generative AI. Large language models introduce new questions about student privacy, algorithmic bias, academic integrity, and vendor accountability that most districts are not yet equipped to answer.
This course gives users a practical, structured path forward.
Who This is For:
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Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents
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School Board Members
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Chief Technology Officers
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District Policy Committees
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Policymakers
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Anyone who wants to learn about SAFE AI in education practices!
Who This Is For:
Core Frameworks: Built Into The Course
A values-driven compass for AI decision-making in K-12 education.
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Safety: Protecting student data from public model training and preventing harmful algorithmic outputs.
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Accountability: Establishing human-in-the-loop principles and clear lines of institutional responsibility.
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Fairness & Transparency: Reducing bias and ensuring AI tools meet accessibility standards for all learners.
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Efficacy: Requiring evidence of impact on student learning before adoption.
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Course Structure
Module | Time |
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Module 1: The AI Governance Landscape & the SAFE Framework | 20 Minutes |
Module 2: Vision, Position Statements, and Agenda Setting | 20 Minutes |
Module 3: Stakeholder Engagement | 20 Minutes |
Module 4: Safety & Privacy - Compliance in the Age of Generative AI | 20 Minutes |
Module 5: Accountability & Academic Integrity - Redefining Honesty | 20 Minutes |
Module 6: Fairness & Equity - Mitigating Bias and Ensuring Access | 20 Minutes |
Module 7: Efficacy & Procurement - The Gatekeeper of Quality | 20 Minutes |
Module 8: Operationalizing Policy: Acceptable Use Policies & Staff Manuals | 20 Minutes |
Module 9: AI Literacy as Policy - Mandating Competence | 20 Minutes |
Module 10: The Future of AI Policy - Continuous Review and Adaptation | 20 Minutes |
Total Time | 3 Hours 20 Minutes |
What You Can Expect
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10 self-paced modules, each approximately 20 minutes, designed for busy leaders
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EDSAFE AI Policy Lab resources, including model policies, best practices, and more
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Direct pathway to apply for the EDSAFE AI Spark Fund for Technical Assistance Grants after course completion - that’s access to a quarter million dollars of grant funds!
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Working knowledge of the SAFE Framework and how to apply it across district decisions
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24/7 access to Polly C. (coming soon), a specialized course assistant built to answer governance questions using the latest research and best practices
The EDSAFE AI Spark Fund
Starting in April 2026, participants who receive a certificate of completion will also be eligible to apply for the EDSAFE Spark Fund, a TA grant that supports the implementation of SAFE-aligned AI policies and practices at the state, district, and school levels. Recipients work directly with EDSAFE AI Alliance’s Technical Assistance Partners to close the gap between policy development and on-the-ground implementation, providing schools, districts, and states with the hands-on assistance needed to put governance structures into action.