I used Copilot Teach to create a lesson plan for a 4th class on the topic of Fractions – Equivalent Fractions. I found the lesson plan to be generally well-structured and fairly easy to follow. It included clear learning outcomes, suggested activities which were relevant and ut outlined opportunities for assessment. The lesson sequence was logical and provided a good starting point for planning.
While the output was of a high standard, I felt that it still required some changes before using it with my class. The activities were a but general and did not fully reflect the different abilities of my pupils. I would also want to makr sure that the examples and resources matched the curriculum and the materials available in my classroom.
One specific adjustment I would make would be to include more differentiated tasks. For example, I would provide concrete manipulatives and visual supports for pupils who need extra assistance and also it would be important to offer more challenging problem-solving activities for pupils who need it.
I also believe Copilot Teach could be a valuable tool in our school’s School Self-Evaluation (SSE) process. It could help staff analyse survey responses or summarise inspection findings. Other ways it could be used is to generate action plans, suggest evidence-based teaching strategies and draft sections of the SSE report. This could definitely save teachers time while supporting collaborative planning and helping schools focus on improving teaching and learning outcomes. However, if using any AI-generated suggestions in this way they hould always be reviewed and adapted by staff to ensure they accurately reflect the school’s context and priorities.