Talks, Workshops, & Training

• Keynote – Eight Essential Principles for Human-Centered Learning in the Age of AI
  Beyond the Bot: Fostering Career-Connected Learning Amidst the Realities of Generative AI · The Evergreen State College · August 17, 2026
  Delivered a keynote on eight essential principles for keeping learning human-centered in the age of AI, exploring human flourishing, relationships, creativity, accessibility, equity, inclusion, openness, and universality—and how these principles can guide intentional choices as AI reshapes teaching and learning. Co-presented with Ronald Lethcoe, M.Ed.
  Read the summary and handout: View the presentation slide deck
• Synthetic Video, Real Responsibility: Ethical AI Video Generation for Communication, Design, and Creative Work
  Tacoma Community College · Summer PD Day · August 11, 2026
  Led a professional development session on practical and responsible AI video generation, using Google Flow and Veo to demonstrate emerging workflows for communication, design, and creative work while examining accuracy, bias, copyright, accessibility, representation, disclosure, and trust. View the presentation slide deck.
• Pattern Generation Is Not Creativity: What Film Education Teaches Us About Student Authorship in an AI Age
  AI+OER Institute 2026 · Clover Park Technical College · August 8, 2026
  Presented a session drawing on film education and AI Cinematic Realism to explore the difference between AI pattern generation and human creativity, with practical strategies for designing AI-supported assignments that keep student authorship, lived experience, and judgment at the center. View the presentation slide deck.
• Human-Centered Learning in the Age of AI: Eight Essential Principles
  ATL + WACC 2026 (Assessment, Teaching, and Learning + Washington’s Annual Canvas Conference) · April 29, 2026
  Co-presented with Ronald Lethcoe, M.Ed. Led a 90-minute Deep Dive presentation-workshop exploring eight essential principles for keeping learning human-centered in the age of AI, including human flourishing, relationships, creativity, accessibility, equity, inclusion, openness, and universality. Summary/handout of the eight principles.
• Generative AI: Practical and Ethical Use
  Bellevue College · Main Campus, Building A, Room A130 · April 27, May 4, 11, and 18, 2026
  Led a four-session course on practical and ethical uses of generative AI for everyday problem-solving, creative work, writing, design, and decision-making, with an emphasis on human judgment, voice, values, and responsible human–AI collaboration.
• Human-A.I. Collaboration: Creativity, Ethics, and Everyday Intelligence
  Whatcom Community College · Foundation Building 101 · April 18, 2026
  Led a full-day intensive workshop exploring AI as a collaborator in creative work, writing, design, and decision-making, with a focus on practical prompting, everyday ethics, and responsible human-AI collaboration.
• Human-Centered Learning in the Age of AI: Eight Essential Principles
  Faculty Developers Community of Practice Convening · Cedarbrook Lodge, Seattle · January 30, 2026
  Co-presented with Ronald Lethcoe, M.Ed., Co-Chair, Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) e-Learning Council (eLC) AI Task Force. Led a workshop on eight essential principles for keeping learning human-centered in the age of AI. Workshop overview.
• Digital Accessibility Leadership Winter Camp (DAL-WC)
  Tacoma Community College · January 14, 28; February 11, 25; and March 18, 2026
  Led a comprehensive professional development workshop series on digital accessibility, exploring legal frameworks, inclusive design, accessible documents and multimedia, assistive technologies, accessibility testing, and ongoing support. Digital Accessibility Leadership Winter Camp slide deck
• AI in Admissions & Registration — Promise, Risks, and a Way Forward
  Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges Admissions & Registration Council (ARC) Fall 2025 Meeting · Tacoma Community College · October 15, 2025
  Conducted a Professional Development workshop that explored how AI is reshaping admissions and registration, examining its promises, risks, and practical strategies for responsible integration in higher education.
• Plenary – Why Digital Accessibility Matters
  Tacoma Community College · August 26 & September 15, 2025
  Explored definitions, legal frameworks, common barriers, strategies—and how AI can enhance accessibility.
• Ethical AI Frameworks: Equity-in-Action Workshop
  Tacoma Community College · April 28, 2025
  Introduced the AEIOU Ethos framework, guiding participants in ethical AI decision-making.
• Equity and AI in Higher Education
  Washington State eLearning Council (eLC) AI Task Force · April 24, 2025
  Presented strategies for integrating equity and inclusion through responsible AI practices.
• Responsible AI Adoption and Effective Usage: Microsoft Copilot
  Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington · May 17, 2024
  A workshop to build confidence in using Microsoft Copilot while maintaining ethical best practices.
• Keynote – Cognitive Allies: Complementing Research Skills with AI
  ANPOR-APCA Annual Conference · December 5, 2023
  Reflected on AI’s role in the future of academic research, focusing on challenges and opportunities.

Online Course: AI Essentials in Education (AI-Ed)

Co-developed with Ronald Lethcoe, M.Ed., in collaboration with the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC), AI-Ed introduces what AI is, how it works, and how educators can use it responsibly and creatively. The course helps faculty and staff understand emerging technologies while centering ethics and collaboration.

Features:

• Core modules on AI concepts, ethics, and real-world applications
• Practical examples of AI in teaching, learning, and administration
• Badge and certificate options for completion

Speaking Topics

• AI Literacy — Equipping people across sectors with the knowledge and skills to engage AI responsibly and effectively.
• Responsible AI & the AEIOU Ethos — Presenting my original AEIOU Ethos framework (Accessible, Equitable, Inclusive, Open, Universal) as a guide for ethical AI adoption.
• Human-AI Collaboration — Exploring how people and AI can work together creatively, strategically, and responsibly.
• AI & Leadership — Preparing leaders to balance innovation with ethics, drawn from my course AI & Leadership: Tools, Ethics, and the Future of Work.
• Teaching and Learning with AI — Practical strategies for integrating AI into curriculum, assessment, and instructional design.
• Digital Accessibility & AI — Designing inclusive digital learning environments, including my Introduction to Digital Accessibility (iDA) course.
• The Future of Work & Creativity — How AI is transforming professional life, creativity, and human expression.
• AI Cinematic Realism — Introducing my original concept of cinematic realism in the age of AI-generated film and media.

Formats Offered

I deliver sessions in a variety of engaging formats to fit your needs, including:

• Keynotes
• Interactive workshops
• Half-day, full-day, or multi-session training experiences
• Fireside chats
• Panel moderation & facilitation

My workshops and talks are supported by continuous professional training. See my AI certifications and trainings for the latest.

Ready to Bring a Human-Centered AI Conversation to Your Event?

Send me a message. I’d love to explore how we can tailor a session that meets your goals and speaks to your audience.