AI Practice for Teacher Candidates: Day 82 — Creating an AI-Integrated Lesson Plan Portfolio
Welcome to Day 82 of the 100-Day Journey!
A well-organized AI-integrated lesson plan portfolio helps teachers streamline their approach to AI-powered instruction. Today, we’ll explore how to build a structured portfolio showcasing AI-driven teaching strategies.
Why Create an AI Lesson Plan Portfolio?
- Organizes AI-Powered Lessons: Keeps track of successful AI-integrated activities.
- Encourages Continuous Improvement: Allows teachers to refine and enhance AI lesson plans.
- Facilitates Knowledge Sharing: Provides a resource for colleagues looking to implement AI in their classrooms.
Steps to Build Your AI-Integrated Lesson Plan Portfolio
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📌 Define Your AI Integration Goals
- Decide which areas AI will support: engagement, differentiation, assessment, or creativity.
- Example: “Use AI to generate differentiated reading activities for diverse learners.”
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📌 Categorize Your AI Lesson Plans
- AI for Engagement: Interactive learning activities using AI-powered tools.
- AI for Assessment: AI-generated quizzes, feedback, and grading assistance.
- AI for Differentiation: Personalized learning resources based on student needs.
- AI for Creativity: AI-assisted writing, music, and art projects.
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📌 Document Lesson Plans with AI Elements
- Include objectives, AI tools used, implementation steps, and student reflections.
- Example: “Lesson: AI-Powered Writing Workshop—Using ChatGPT to generate story prompts.”
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📌 Store and Update Your Portfolio
- Use Google Drive, Notion, or a digital portfolio tool for easy access and updates.
- Regularly revise lessons based on student engagement and AI effectiveness.
Practical Task: Start Your AI Lesson Plan Portfolio
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Create a Digital Folder for AI Lessons
- Organize AI-integrated lesson plans into categories.
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Document Your First AI Lesson Plan
- Select an existing lesson and enhance it with AI tools.
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Test an AI-Powered Activity in Class
- Implement an AI-driven engagement or assessment strategy and note the results.
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Review and Refine Your Portfolio Weekly
- Update lesson plans based on student feedback and teaching outcomes.
Reflection Questions
- How can an AI lesson plan portfolio improve your teaching efficiency?
- What challenges might arise when integrating AI into lesson planning?
- How can this portfolio serve as a resource for other educators?
Pro Tip: Make It Collaborative
Share your AI-integrated lesson plan portfolio with colleagues for feedback and inspiration.
Looking Ahead
Tomorrow, we’ll explore how to share your AI journey with parents and students, helping them understand the role of AI in learning.
You’re building a future-ready teaching resource—keep refining and innovating! See you on Day 83! 📚✨