The "Emergence of a Third Brain" reference divides our learning into three subsequent stages: the "First Brain," the "Second Brain,” and the "Third Brain." In this session, we will explore our innate cognitive abilities, acquired abilities, and critical thinking skills and closer examine the potent “Third Brain.”  Learn how artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved and progressed in the field of education and explore ethical implications. We will examine various ways to use these tools responsibly and consider the challenges of information overload and the increasing demands to provide accurate and timely information to our community stakeholders. Lastly, we will discuss how AI holds immense potential to enhance education while emphasizing the critical role of maintaining human interaction in this rapidly evolving digital age. 

Objective:  
Explore the "Third Brain" concept, understand AI's evolution and ethical implications in education, and learn strategies for responsibly integrating AI while preserving human interaction.

Presenter:  
Mary Ellen Normen,  retired administrator for Business and Finance, Massachusetts ASBO past President (2022), 2024 ASBO Distinguished Eagle Award recipient