Facilitators

Dr. Sancha K. Gray

  • Senior Vice President for Entrepreneurial Education Initiatives and Acting Dean, College of Education,
  • Kean University and Wenzhou-Kean University

Dr. Sancha K. Gray is a distinguished educator, scholar, and executive leader with more than 25 years of experience across the American K–12 education system and higher education. She currently serves as Senior Vice President for Entrepreneurial Education Initiatives and Acting Dean of the College of Education at both Kean University and Wenzhou-Kean University in China. Her leadership has focused on educational equity, school transformation, literacy advancement, educator preparation, and innovation in teacher development. Dr. Gray is also an internationally recognized speaker and author specializing in educational resilience, crisis leadership, and the future of learning.

Dr. Sancha Gray

Session Details

Leadership Strand

  • Workshop: Artificial Intelligence and the Great Disruption in Education: Threat to Teachers or the Greatest Opportunity to Reimagine Learning and Schools?
  • Date & Time: 23 MAY | 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Synopsis- This session explores how artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping teaching, learning, leadership, and the future of schools around the world. This engaging symposium will examine whether artificial intelligence represents a threat to the teaching profession or an unprecedented opportunity to reimagine education and improve student outcomes. Topics will include: - The evolving role of teachers in an AI-driven world - Policy and ethical implications for schools and educational systems - The impact of emerging technologies on curriculum and instruction - The growing need for teacher training, professional development, and advanced credentials to prepare educators for rapidly changing educational environments Participants will also explore how schools can remain human-centered, resilient, and responsive during periods of global disruption and uncertainty while leveraging innovation to enhance teaching and learning.