Faculty Development
Equipping educators with specialized knowledge and resources to teach cutting-edge AI at the undergraduate level.
Empowering Faculty Through Industry-Informed AI Training
Explore our upcoming training programs designed specifically for community college faculty. These industry-developed sessions will equip you with the specialized knowledge needed to teach AI effectively. Join us to enhance your teaching capabilities and prepare students for high-demand careers.
Over 10,000 hours of AI training
Over 300 academic institutions engaged
Over 1,000 faculty trained
Upcoming Training Events
"The training provided not only a solid foundation in AI principles but also practical strategies that I have seamlessly integrated into our curriculum."
Join Our Vibrant Community of Practice for Collaborative Learning and Growth
Be a part a nationwide network of faculty teaching AI at community colleges. Our Community of Practice fosters collaboration through quarterly online meetings, an annual national conference, and ongoing resource sharing, creating a powerful network that strengthens AI education across the country.
Collaborative Network: Connect with peers nationwide to enhance your AI teaching practices through shared experiences and collaborative problem-solving.
Join Us: Become part of a supportive network of community college educators committed to making AI education accessible and effective at the undergraduate level.
Upcoming Community of Practice Meetings
Catch Up on Past Events
From lightning rounds to deep dives, our past sessions have featured thought leaders and educators across the country.
Annual AI National Summit
NAAIC annually brings together community college leaders, faculty, and industry partners at our premier event advancing applied AI education. The National AI Summit features keynotes, training workshops, and networking opportunities focused on building the future AI workforce. The Summit provides:
• Network with 1,000+ educators, technologists, and students
• Hands-on workshops led by leading AI companies
• Panels exploring ethics, workforce development, and AI across disciplines
• Showcase student innovation and institution-led AI programs
Stay tuned for the National AI Summit 2026 dates and location.
Want a glimpse of what to expect? Explore highlights from last year’s conference here.
Faculty Travel Stipend – Supporting Your Journey to the AI National Summit
NAAIC is committed to ensuring equitable access to high-impact learning and networking. To remove financial barriers for community college educators, we offer a $1,000 travel stipend to support their participation in the Annual AI National Summit.
To receive the stipend, applicants must:
• Be full-time faculty at a U.S. accredited community college
• Currently teach (or plan to teach) AI credit-bearing courses in the upcoming academic year
• Reside 100+ miles from the conference location
• Attend all days of the event, including designated faculty sessions
Stipend applications will open once the Summit 2026 is announced.
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