Learn how to use AI in the classroom.
Introduction to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence which will
equip you with the foundational knowledge to understand the profound
impact of AI in our society and its increasing relevance to the field of
education.
Part 2A: Introduction
You will learn that generative AI can be used in the classroom.
In This Task…
1. Watch the video below
Highlights
- 0:00 - Introduction
- 0:51 - Demystifying AI for Educators
- 3:12 - What is AI?
- 5:56 - How does a large language model work?
2. Complete the “Evidence of Learning” tasks below by submitting your responses.
Evidence of Learning...
In a short paragraph or two, respond to each prompt:
- Where is AI being used around the house and work?
- Describe an example of when you used/witnessed someone else use AI? (Alexa, Siri, etc)
- How, if at all, has this impacted your life?
2B: Teaching Assistant
Practice using AI tools to complete simple classroom tasks.
In This Task…You will get a chance to practice using AI for common classroom tasks.
1. Watch the video below
Highlights...
- 13:10 - Practice (Writing an email with ChatGPT)
- 19:33 - Practice (Creating a lesson plan with Google Bard)
- 22:00 - Practice (Writing a formative assessment with Microsoft Bing)
2. Complete the “Evidence of Learning” tasks below by submitting your responses.
Evidence of Learning...In a short paragraph or two:
- Explain what she did to get the response she was looking for from one of the demonstrations shown in the video (email to parent, lesson plan, or formative assessment). NOTE: you can focus on just one demo...
Part 2C: Beyond the Episode:
Your Task:
- Try using one of the AI tools (ChatGPT, Google Bard, or Microsoft Bing) to create one or more item(s) from the list below. Be sure to use multiple prompts to refine the response so you get what you might actually use in your class.
- An email letter to a parent of a student who is struggling with topic/standard/ or unit in your subject
- A letter of reference about a student who (for example) has good character, works really hard to improve grades, and was recognized as “citizen of the month”
- Develop a lesson plan for a topic in your subject within your grade level. Consider prompting it to provide tables, charts, correct answers, or rubrics
Evidence of Learning...- Please provide a brief paragraph or two that explains the process you used to get the final response.
- Upload a picture/screenshot to show a response you found interesting.
Pathway #7 AI 101 for Teachers