The Educator’s Role in Demystifying AI

Classroom Transformation with AI

Understanding and Accessibility: The Heart of AI Education I got into AI accidentally. It had nothing to do with ChatGPT, and everything to do with the desire to clone myself because there weren’t enough hours in a day if I wanted to spend quality time with all of my students. I found myself taking courses […]

Navigating Screen Time in the Age of AI: A Guide for Educators

AI Learning with Tablet

The Digital Classroom Dilemma In a world where kids often know Alexa better than storybook characters, we educators are tasked with a delicate balance. How do we mix the exciting digital world with essential human connections and classic learning? AI offers incredible opportunities for tailored learning, but it’s not without challenges. It’s crucial to remember […]

Cultivating AI Creativity, Not Just Productivity

AI Room Design Colorful VS Black & White

When we think of artificial intelligence (AI), productivity and efficiency often come to mind first. But have we overlooked creative potential? As AI advances, should we be actively exploring collaborations that cultivate creativity too? The Default Focus on Productivity It’s understandable why businesses optimize AI for productivity – scheduling meetings, processing data, recommending products. These […]

The Risks and Rewards: Why Schools Should Tread Carefully with AI in Education

Robot and Education Balance

Imagine stepping into a classroom where your every move is monitored by artificial intelligence, your grades determined by algorithms, and your educational path set by code. While this future offers an incredible array of possibilities for personalized education, it also raises ethical and practical questions that we can’t afford to ignore. The Risks of Speeding […]

✨ How to Host an AI Genius Cafe to Unleash Student Curiosity

Curiosity is key for impactful learning. The AI “Genius Cafe” allows students to safely explore burning questions—together. This student-driven activity develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and AI literacy skills by getting students to work individually and together to analyze, discuss, and reflect on AI responses. Here’s how it’s structured:

Preparing Students for Learning Alongside AI Systems

Learning with Robots

Imagine a high school classroom where students work in small groups on a collaborative poetry project. Some groups have an AI assistant that suggests rhymes or lines to enhance the emotional impact of their poem, while others do not. The students with AI support easily complete the assignment, relying on the AI to generate most […]