AI for Teachers

Welcome

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way we teach and learn, offering new opportunities to enhance classroom experiences and support diverse student needs. This course is designed specifically for teachers, providing you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to integrate AI tools into your daily teaching practice, all while maintaining a strong focus on ethical and responsible use.

Expectations

This course is self-paced, allowing you to progress through each lesson and topic as your schedule allows. Feel free to revisit any section to reinforce your understanding and practice the skills you’ve learned.

Throughout this course, you’ll encounter practical examples, interactive activities, and scenarios that will help you see how AI can be applied directly to your classroom tasks. The content is designed to be directly relevant to your teaching needs.

AI might be new territory for you, and that’s okay! Approach each lesson with curiosity, and explore how these tools can support your work and improve the learning experience for your students.

A key part of this course is learning to use AI in a way that respects privacy and promotes fairness. We expect you to think critically about the role of AI in your classroom and how it can be used to support your students ethically.

Goals

By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of what AI is, how it works, and how it can enhance teaching and learning in your classroom.

You’ll learn how to effectively use AI tools like ChatGPT for everyday teaching tasks, from generating lesson plans to providing personalized feedback to students. These skills will help you save time and support diverse learners.

You will gain the knowledge needed to use AI tools in a way that respects student privacy and encourages thoughtful, fair use of AI with your students.

Through interactive activities and hands-on exercises, you will practice applying AI concepts to real classroom scenarios, helping you feel confident in using AI as a valuable teaching tool.

Additional Learning Materials and Resources

Throughout this course, you will engage with a variety of learning materials sourced from different platforms and institutions. These include:

  • Educational Videos and Ted Talks: We’ve selected insightful videos, such as TEDx talks, that explore AI’s implications in education, leadership, and administration. These will help broaden your understanding of how AI is transforming school environments globally.
  • Real-World Case Studies: You’ll learn from examples of other school districts and colleges that have successfully implemented AI. These case studies will demonstrate practical applications and best practices in using AI for administrative tasks.
  • External Educational Resources: Additional readings, guides, and reports from educational organizations and AI experts will be linked throughout the course to provide further context and depth. These resources will help you explore AI’s role in streamlining tasks like scheduling, communication, and data management.

Feel free to revisit these materials at any time as you progress the course.