Why Recommend AI Tools to Schools?
AI tools have the potential to revolutionize teaching by saving educators time and fostering more creative, engaging learning environments. When introducing these tools to your clients, emphasize the benefits they offer—whether it’s streamlining lesson planning, personalizing student learning experiences, or enhancing student engagement.
If your clients are ready to leverage the potential of AI, here’s a step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth and ethical implementation in educational environments.
1. Identify Early Adopters
Encourage schools to select their most tech-savvy teachers to act as early adopters. These educators can test AI tools, troubleshoot potential issues, and mentor other staff members.
2. Invest in Teacher Training
Regardless of their familiarity with AI, all teachers need professional development to understand the capabilities and limitations of these tools. Highlight training sessions that cover key topics such as how to use AI tools effectively, cross-check facts, and revise AI-generated outputs.
3. Establish Best Practices
Advise schools to create clear guidelines for teachers, including prompting techniques, fact verification, and the importance of using plagiarism checkers to maintain academic integrity.
4. Protect User Privacy
Ensure that the AI tools recommended comply with privacy laws such as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Highlight tools with robust privacy features.
5. Phase the Rollout
Suggest starting with early adopters before expanding to other teachers. This phased approach minimizes classroom disruptions and allows for troubleshooting during the initial implementation phase.
6. Gather Feedback
Encourage schools to regularly survey both teachers and students about their experiences with AI tools. Gathering feedback will help them make informed decisions about improvements and future implementations.
7. Evaluate Effectiveness
After a trial period, schools should assess the impact of AI tools on student engagement, learning outcomes, and teacher workload. Guide them to use this data to determine which tools to continue using and how to optimize their implementation.
AI Tools to Transform Classrooms
Curipod: Effortless Lesson Preparation
What it is: Curipod generates lesson slides featuring polls, Q&As, and word clouds, enhancing existing presentations.
How it works: Provide a topic or select a pre-made lesson, and Curipod creates customizable lesson slides.
Pricing: Free with unlimited lesson storage; premium features available for a fee.
Redmenta: Personalized Learning Made Easy
What it is: Redmenta helps teachers create, evaluate, and adapt learning materials across multiple curricula.
How it works: AI-powered collaboration supports teachers in co-creating engaging content, evaluating student work, and adapting lessons.
Pricing: The Free Starter plan includes all features for 5 months; expanded storage is available through BenQ.
Kahoot!: Interactive Quiz Generation
What it is: Popular for creating quizzes, Kahoot! now features AI tools for faster quiz creation.
How it works: Generate quizzes using AI assistance or convert PDFs into interactive lessons.
Pricing: Basic for Teachers is free; full access to AI tools starts at $11.99 per month.
ThingLink: Immersive Learning Experiences
What it is: Create interactive learning assets with images, videos, and 3D objects.
How it works: Add multimedia hotspots to build virtual tours and simulations with assessment tools.
Pricing: Paid plans are available for single teachers or entire districts.
Wixie: Creative Student Expression
What it is: Wixie supports multimedia creations, allowing students to share progress through writing, images, and video.
How it works: Teachers manage assignments, provide feedback, and track student progress.
Pricing: The classroom plan costs $0.75 per student monthly or $5 annually.
By thoughtfully integrating AI tools, educational institutions can enhance teaching and learning experiences while maintaining an ethical and privacy-compliant approach. With the right strategy and support, teachers can explore new possibilities that empower students to thrive in an AI-driven world.
