College of Education

AI Advisory Council

  • Supporting preservice and inservice teachers
  • Responsible AI integration in education
  • Collaborative research and development
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About the Advisory Committee

At the University of South Florida College of Education, we're forming an AI Advisory Board to bring together industry experts and district technology leaders. The board's mission is to explore how we can support both preservice and inservice teachers in using AI responsibly and effectively in their work.

Our Committee Will:

  • Gather input from educators and district partners to understand what teachers need for confident AI use in classroom settings.
  • Guide AI curricula and professional development for both preservice and inservice teachers with practical and ethical AI practices.
  • Evaluate and recommend AI tools and policies that are effective, appropriate, and align with ethical standards for education.
  • Provide resources, training, and clear communication to help faculty, students, and stakeholders integrate AI effectively.
AI in Education

Advisory Committee Members

University of South Florida

Dr. Jennifer Schneider
Dr. Jenifer Jasinski Schneider

Dean of College of Education

jschneid@usf.edu

Leading expert in educational technology with 20+ years of experience in curriculum development.

Accepted
Dr. Sudeep Sarkar

Dean of Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing and Distinguished University Professor

sarkar@usf.edu

Accepted
Dr. Zafer Unal
Dr. Zafer Unal

Professor of Education

unal@usf.edu

Specializes in artificial intelligence applications in educational settings and ethical AI implementation.

Accepted
Dr. Stephanie A. Arthur
Dr. Stephanie A. Arthur

Assistant Professor

sat2@usf.edu

Focuses on integrating emerging technologies in K-12 and higher education environments.

Accepted
Sidney Fernandes

CIO and Vice President Digital Experiences

sfernand@usf.edu

Leading technology strategies at Universith of South Florida.

Accepted
Christine Brown

Associate Vice President for USF's Innovative Education

brown@usf.edu

Leads a dynamic, creative, multi-campus powerhouse focused on creating innovative digital student experiences

Accepted

Hillsborough County School District

Dr. Catherine White

Supervisor of K-12 STEM at Hillsborough County Public Schools

Catherine.White@hcps.net

STEM Leader at Hillsborough County Public Schools.

Accepted
Jessica Vaughn

Hillsborough County Public Schools Board Chair

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Plays a key role in shaping policy decisions and overseeing the budget of the 7th largest school district in the nation,

Accepted
Nicole Holman

HCPS Secondary District Science Supervisor

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9-12 District Science Supervisor

Accepted
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Google

Dr. Mary Jo Madda
Dr. Mary Jo Madda

Senior Program Manager

maryjomadda@google.com

Senior program manager on the Education for Social Impact team at Google

Accepted
Esther Owolab
Esther Owolab

Education Partnerships Manager

estherowolabi@google.com

Specilizes in expanding computer science and AI/ML access for learners and educators.

Invited
Emma B.
Emma Berghede

Strategy & Special Projects at Google

eriehl@google.com

Manages strategy & Special Projects

Invited
Supraja Sowrirajan
Supraja Sowrirajan

AI-Learning Design Consultant

sowrirajan@google.com

Expertise in Learning & Instructional Design, EdTech, SDLC, and Project Management

Invited

Pasco County School District

Christopher L. Jackson

Director, Technology and Information Services

cjackson@pasco.k12.fl.us

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Pending
Natalie Wanamaker
Natalie Wanamaker

Manager of Technology and Information Services

nwanamak@pasco.k12.fl.us

Educational technology leader specializing in management and information technology for Pasco County Schools.

Accepted
Stephanie Hodges
Stephanie Hodges

Educational Technology Analyst

shodges@pasco.k12.fl.us

Provides integrated educational technology support and digital platform implementation for Pasco County Schools.

Accepted
Amy Torre
Amy Torre

Educational Technology Analyst

amtorre@pasco.k12.fl.us

Provides integrated educational technology support and digital platform implementation for Pasco County Schools.

Accepted

Pinellas County School District

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Sarasota County School District

Joe Binswanger

Director of Information Technology at Sarasota County Schools

joe.binswanger@sarasotacountyschools.net

Educational technology leader specializing in management and information technology for Sarasota County Schools.

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Advisory Committee Reports

The findings and recommendations contained in these reports are the views of a majority of the members of the advisory committees that produced them and do not necessarily represent the views of the Commission, its individual members, nor the policies of the United States government.
Advisory Committee Report 1
May 20, 2025
Advisory Committee Report 2
May 8, 2025
Advisory Committee Report 3
April 22, 2025
Advisory Committee Report 4
April 3, 2025

Committee Meetings

Quarterly AI Advisory Committee Meeting

Discussion on new AI tools for classroom integration

June 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST
Professional Development Workshop Planning

Planning session for summer teacher training programs

July 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM EST
Annual AI in Education Conference

Showcase of best practices and emerging trends

August 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM EST

Frequently Asked Questions

The AI Advisory Committee brings together industry experts and district technology leaders to explore how we can support both preservice and inservice teachers in using AI responsibly and effectively in their work. We focus on curriculum development, professional development, tool evaluation, and policy guidance.

The committee meets quarterly for formal sessions, with additional working group meetings as needed. We also host an annual conference to share findings and best practices with the broader educational community.

Committee membership includes USF faculty, district technology leaders, school administrators, and industry experts in AI and education technology. Members are selected based on their expertise and commitment to ethical AI implementation in education.

We use a comprehensive evaluation framework that considers educational effectiveness, ethical implications, privacy and security, ease of use, and alignment with curriculum standards. Each tool undergoes pilot testing in real classroom environments before recommendation.

We offer workshops, webinars, online courses, and hands-on training sessions for both preservice and inservice teachers. Topics include AI tool integration, ethical considerations, and best practices for AI-enhanced learning environments.

Contact Us

USF College of Education

Located in: University of South Florida
Address: 4110 USF Apple Dr, Tampa, FL 33620
Phone: (813) 974-3400
Email: axxx@usf.edu
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Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday - Sunday: Closed

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