From Chalkboards to Chatbots: Empowering Black Educators to Lead in Tech-Driven Classrooms

As AI transforms education, who ensures it prepares all students for the future workforce? Black teachers play a vital role in bridging the cultural gap in AI-driven learning, bringing mentorship, lived experience, and inclusion that technology alone cannot provide. The Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s TQRP is equipping Black educators to lead in tech-driven classrooms and shape the workforce pipeline. This discussion will explore how investing in Black teachers ensures that AI enhances learning while preparing students for the careers of tomorrow.