About the Hands-On AI Learning Lab
The Hands-On AI Learning Lab is a monthly, guided exploration of technology tools with a focus on their AI capabilities. Each session spotlights a specific software and provides learners the opportunity to delve into its distinct AI features through hands-on exploration. The lab will also foster discussions on how these tools can be effectively used across workplace contexts, particularly for Learning & Development professionals.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone interested in AI tools and how they can impact ways of working, performance gaps, and designing effective instruction.
Our February AI lab will feature DeepSeek!
About DeepSeek
Hot off the presses!
In January 2025, DeepSeek, a groundbreaking AI-powered platform was introduced. DeepSeek is similar to ChatGPT but goes beyond surface-level interactions. DeepSeek’s “chain-of-thought” reasoning uses a step-by-step process to analyze complex data, breaking it into logical steps. The result is actionable, evidence-based insights. This has the potential to transform workflows and processes by providing clear, data-driven insights that improve operations and align training with goals.
Mary serves as the Vice President of Technology for ATD Central Mass. She is completing an M.A. in Educational Technology Leadership from George Washington University and holds an additional M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from Teachers College, Columbia University. With extensive experience managing diverse learning and development projects in the northeast, as well as Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Germany, Mary’s interests encompass project management, adult learning, educational technology, task authenticity, learning transfer, competency-based learning, and culturally responsive practices. She is particularly passionate about adapting learning design, instruction, and technology to enhance cultural relevance for target audience as well as implementing small moves to address performance gaps.
Capability Model - Technology Application, Lifelong Learning, Future Readiness
