AI Practice for Teacher Educators Day 50: AI for Collaborative Problem-Solving


 AI Practice for Teacher Educators Day 50: AI for Collaborative Problem-Solving

Enhancing Collaboration and Critical Thinking with AI Tools

AI tools can elevate collaborative problem-solving by facilitating communication, streamlining task management, and offering creative solutions. Today, we’ll explore how to use AI to foster teamwork and critical thinking among students.

Why Use AI for Collaborative Problem-Solving?

  1. Improves Team Communication:

    • AI tools simplify sharing ideas and resources among team members.

  2. Supports Critical Thinking:

    • Provides prompts, suggestions, and real-time data to deepen problem-solving.

  3. Enhances Creativity:

    • AI generates innovative ideas and visualizations to expand perspectives.

  4. Streamlines Project Management:

    • Tracks tasks, deadlines, and contributions to keep teams on track.

AI Tools for Collaborative Problem-Solving

  1. Trello with AI Integrations:

    • Organizes tasks and deadlines in collaborative projects.

  2. Miro:

    • Provides an interactive digital whiteboard for brainstorming and planning.

  3. ChatGPT:

    • Assists teams in generating ideas, troubleshooting, and crafting solutions.

  4. Google Workspace:

    • Enables real-time collaboration on documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.

  5. Canva for Teams:

    • Facilitates collaborative design projects with shared access to templates and tools.

Practical Activity: Design an AI-Driven Problem-Solving Task

  1. Identify a Challenge:

    • Choose a real-world problem or scenario for students to solve collaboratively (e.g., environmental sustainability, community service).

  2. Choose AI Tools:

    • Example: Use Miro for brainstorming solutions.
    • Example: Use Trello to manage project tasks and timelines.

  3. Facilitate Teamwork:

    • Guide students in using AI tools to research, analyze, and present solutions.

  4. Reflect and Share:

    • Have teams present their findings and reflect on the collaborative process.

Sample Workflow

Challenge: Designing a Community Recycling Program

  • Tools: Miro, ChatGPT, and Trello
  • Process:
    1. Use Miro to brainstorm ideas and create a visual plan.
    2. Use ChatGPT to generate persuasive messaging for the program.
    3. Organize tasks and deadlines in Trello to ensure timely completion.
    4. Present the program to the class or community stakeholders.

Reflection Questions

  • How did AI tools enhance collaboration and creativity among teams?
  • What adjustments could make the collaborative process more effective?

Handy Tip: Encourage Diverse Roles

  • Assign specific roles (e.g., researcher, presenter, designer) to ensure equitable participation and skill-building.


Foster teamwork and critical thinking with AI tools that empower students to tackle real-world challenges collaboratively!

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