T.A.L.K. to Think with AI: Reimagining Teaching in the Age of Thought Partnership

In this interactive, future-focused session, participants will explore how generative AI can serve as a thought partner—not just a task-doer—in the teaching and learning process. Moving beyond prompts and polished outputs, we’ll introduce the T.A.L.K. Framework (Talk it out, Ask/Explore/Wonder, Listen & Push Back, Keep it Going… Then Create), a simple yet powerful model that empowers educators to engage with AI using natural language to clarify thinking, generate ideas, and co-create meaningful resources.
This session blends hands-on protocols with visionary reflection. Participants will engage in live AI conversations using their own wonderings, take part in collaborative exercises to imagine the future of education, and leave with practical strategies for integrating AI in ways that enhance—not replace—the teacher’s voice, creativity, and judgment.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand how to use AI as a thinking partner using natural, conversational language
  • Experience the T.A.L.K. framework to support ideation and lesson design
  • Engage in imaginative protocols to envision the future of AI in education
  • Leave with actionable steps to begin using AI as a co-creator in your everyday practice

Facilitated By

Shannon Doak

Director of Technology, Nanjing International School

Dr. Shannon H. Doak is an Edtech and Innovation leader, keynote speaker, author, and Poe AI Chatbot Creator. He is an experienced leader and educator at international and independent schools. He is an expert in blended learning, eLearning, and making professional development more effective. He is an AI enthusiast and early adopter and has expertise in applying artificial intelligence to teaching and learning. He has been at the forefront of changing the digital and educational landscape of the schools he has worked for. He is continually looking for ways technology can improve teaching and learning. He is currently the Director of Technology at Nanjing International School.