Summer Communities of Learning
Join our summer PLCs and Communities of Practice to explore AI, build custom apps, and learn with our growing Playlab community.
Go further in your AI journey by joining a Playlab Professional Learning Community (PLC) or Community of Practice. We offer three pathways for educators around the world to come together, explore AI, build custom apps, and learn from each other based on their experience and interests.
All learning communities are open to the public and free. After completing a learning series with us, you’ll receive a digital certificate to share on your resume and LinkedIn.
Browse our offerings and sign up below. We’ll follow up with calendar invites later this month. We’d love to have you join for any you are interested in!
Learning Pathways
101: Getting Started with AI App Building
Ready to dive into app building? This four-part series will help you build confidence with using GenAI and enable you to create your first apps using human-centered design.
Duration: 4 sessions | 1.5 hours each
Intended Audience:
- Educators and people new to Playlab
- Those wanting to build confidence with GenAI
- Anyone interested in human-centered design principles
201: Advanced AI App Design
Want to deepen your technical skillset? This PLC helps you move beyond the basics. If you’ve built an app or completed a 101 PLC and want to go deeper in app building skills, join us! We’ll dive into advanced prompting, memory, smart referencing, retrieval techniques, and more.
Duration: 4 sessions | 1.5 hours each
Intended Audience:
- Educators who have built at least one app or completed a 101 PLC
- Those ready to explore advanced prompting techniques and deeper Playlab building
- Folks who want to continue learning about AI in community
Domain-Specific Communities of Practice
Eager to figure out how AI can best support your specific domain? Join a domain-specific Community of Practice to collaborate with others in your subject area/role to build apps together. Great for folks who have completed an Intro Workshop or 101 PLC.
Duration: 4 sessions | 1.5 hours each
Intended Audienc:
- Educators who have completed an Onboarding Workshop or 101 PLC
- Subject-matter experts wanting domain-specific AI applications
- Professionals seeking collaborative, peer-learning experiences
Summer Schedule
101: Getting Started with AI App Building
Option 1: Evening Sessions
Option 2: Late Evening Sessions
Crash Course Option
Tuesday + Thursday | 12:00–3:00 PM ET
July 15 + July 17 (2 intensive sessions)
201: Advanced AI App Design
Option 1: Afternoon Sessions
Option 2: Evening Sessions
Crash Course Option
Tuesday + Thursday | 12:00–3:00 PM ET
July 22 + July 24 (2 intensive sessions)
Domain-Specific Communities of Practice
Math Instruction
Leadership and Coaching
Writing Feedback to Students
Tuesdays | 3:00–4:30 PM ET
July 15, July 22, August 5, August 12
ELA, Science, Social Studies
Higher Education
What You’ll Gain
Each PLC and Community of Practice offers:
- Collaborative Learning: Work alongside educators from around the world
- Hands-on Building: Create custom AI applications relevant to your needs
- Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced Playlab facilitators
- Digital Certificate: Receive a completion certificate for your professional portfolio
- Ongoing Community: Connect with like-minded educators beyond the sessions
- Flexible Options: Choose from multiple time slots to fit your schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these sessions really free?
Are these sessions really free?
Yes! All Playlab Professional Learning Communities and Communities of Practice are completely free and open to the public.
Do I need to attend all sessions in a series?
Do I need to attend all sessions in a series?
Yes, these are cohort-based learning experiences designed to build on each session. Consistent attendance helps you get the most value and supports your learning community.
Will I receive a certificate?
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, upon completion of any learning series, you’ll receive a digital certificate that you can add to your resume and share on LinkedIn.
What if I can't make any of the scheduled times?
What if I can't make any of the scheduled times?
We offer multiple time options for each PLC to accommodate different schedules. If none work for you, stay tuned for future offerings throughout the year.
Do I need prior AI experience?
Do I need prior AI experience?
For 101 PLCs, no prior AI experience is required. For 201 PLCs and Communities of Practice, we recommend completing an Onboarding Workshop or 101 PLC first.
What materials do I need?
What materials do I need?
Just bring your laptop and enthusiasm for learning! All resources and materials will be provided during the sessions.
Questions?
Have questions about our Professional Learning Communities? Contact our team at [email protected] for assistance.