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Checking in with fellow staff is a good idea Evelyn, something that I can possibly overlook especially when doing a course over the Summer. I tend to try out the resources myself straight away when the school year starts rather then discussing it with staff members like I normally would when doing a course throughout the school year.
So many tools and useful resources mentioned in this module, I’m not sure where to begin however one point did stand out to me and that is how using some of these tools can help make lessons more inclusive for children in a class. MagicSchool alone will generate differentiated resources tailored to students’ varying abilities. I can create reading comprehension questions at different levels for the same text, making lessons more inclusive. This saves planning time and ensures all learners are challenged appropriately. In the classroom, this supports mixed-ability groups and allows for more targeted support which is something I find myself spending a lot of preparation time on.
Another tool, Speaker Coach, can help students improve their oral presentations by giving them feedback on pace, clarity, and filler words. Oral presentation was a part of our SSE so this tool would be a fantastic resource.
Reflecting on tools like Gamma for interactive presentations and Diffit for simplifying texts, it’s clear AI can significantly enhance teaching, learning, and assessment. These tools allow for more personalised learning experiences and efficient lesson planning. Going forward, I see AI becoming an essential part of classroom practice, helping educators to meet diverse needs while freeing up time for more meaningful interactions with students.
I agree. Diffit stood out to me too. As Jennifer mentioned our classrooms are so diverse at present that having this tool is not only time saving for the teacher but it may help make the curriculum even more accessible for some children in a class.
Going forward, I see real potential in using tools like Immersive Reader and MASH Plus to enhance learning in my classroom. Immersive Reader supports all learners, especially those with literacy challenges or additional needs, by allowing them to adjust text size, spacing, background color, and even have the content read aloud. This promotes independence and boosts confidence in reading and comprehension. I had a student last year with issues with his vision so the option to change the background colour of what you are reading is fantastic. On the administrative side, AI is proving to be a real time saver. From generating lesson plans and differentiating content to drafting emails or creating reports, AI helps streamline the more repetitive tasks. This gives me more time to focus on what matters most teaching and connecting with my students. Overall, these tools not only improve the learning experience but also reduce workload, helping to create a more efficient and supportive classroom environment. I look forward to trying the AI tools over the course of the next school year.
Google forms is extremely convenient, efficient and paperless which is great! You are not waiting days for parents to send back a response to something, it’s instant. It’s great during the SSE process when you need to get parents/guardians opinions on certain aspects of the school. China appeared extreme! Every yawn counted, report sent to parents. I worry if a child’s grades did slip what the punishment would be considering one child said his parents punish him if he doesn’t pay attention in class!
AI tools have the potential to transform classroom teaching, learning, and assessment. There are many benefits in using AI to support both myself and my students. For example, tools like adaptive learning platforms or AI powered quizzes can give instant feedback, helping pupils learn from mistakes in real time.
AI also saves time on routine tasks like planning or prepping resources which means I can focus more on creating engaging lessons. It can even suggest differentiated activities to match various ability levels in the room, which is especially helpful in a mixed ability class. For assessment, AI tools can help generate day to day in class assessments for the teacher to complete.
Of course, AI is not a replacement for good teaching, but when used thoughtfully, it can be a valuable support. It encourages creativity, helps manage workload, and can make learning more interactive and enjoyable for children.
Hi Claire,
I agree with your point. I did my best to embrace AI in the last few months of school. At first I was sceptical and always had the notion that it was too difficult to use however, like anything once I embraced it and got the hang of it I found it to be so efficient and time saving. It afforded me more time to put more thinking into my lesson delivery rather then spending so long prepping resources.
