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Toledo, Ohio 43606
THinC Forum: Education in the Era of AI
Overview
THInC Forum: Education in the Era of AI
July 31, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
University of Toledo
Ingmann Room, Lancelot Thompson Student Union
2965 W. Centennial Drive
Toledo, Ohio 43606
Are you new to artificial intelligence (AI) and curious about how it can benefit you and your students? Join us for the inaugural THInC Forum at the University of Toledo, where we’ll focus on Education in the Era of AI
This event is designed for educators like you!
We are inviting Northwest Ohio PreK-20 educators, university faculty and students, technology specialists, and community partners — who want to connect, collaborate, and explore responsible A.I. integration in education in a simple, practical, and supportive way. No prior A.I. knowledge is required—just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!
What can I expect?
Presentations on practical use of AI in the classroom
Opportunities to network with educators who have experience integrating AI into their
classrooms
Discussions with educational technology specialists and AI education ambassadors
To earn 9 CEU contact hours toward certification renewal
Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner
Swag!
Door prizes!
Planning Committee Members
Michael Toland - Executive Director of The Herb Innovation Center, University of Toledo
David Dueber - Research Assistant Professor in The Herb Innovation Center, University of Toledo
Allison Goedde - Teaching Professor, School of Inclusive Teacher Education, Bowling Green State University
Chris Hamady - Director of Technology, Anthony Wayne Local Schools District
Josh Spieles - Director of the Carver Center, Doctoral Candidate in Educational Technology, University of Toledo
Mark Stevens - Assistant Teaching Professor, School of Inclusive Teacher Education, Bowling Green State University, Doctoral Candidate in Educational Technology, University of Toledo
Berhane Teclehaimanot – Professor of Educational Technology, University of Toledo
Kimberlie Kowalka Todd – K-12 Visual Art Specialist, Doctoral Candidate in Philosophical and Social Foundations of Education, University of Toledo
Committee Support Team
Jodie Birch - Senior Business Manager, University of Toledo