AI Practice for Teacher Candidates: Day 78 — Top 5 AI Tools You Can’t Teach Without
Welcome to Day 78 of the 100-Day Journey!
With so many AI tools available, it’s important to identify the most impactful ones for educators. Today, we’ll explore the top five AI-powered tools that enhance teaching, save time, and improve student engagement.
Why Use AI Teaching Tools?
- Boosts Efficiency: AI automates tasks like lesson planning and grading.
- Enhances Student Learning: AI provides adaptive learning experiences tailored to student needs.
- Encourages Creativity: AI tools support innovation in content creation and classroom engagement.
Top 5 AI Tools Every Educator Should Use
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📌 ChatGPT (AI Lesson & Content Assistant)
- Best For: Generating lesson plans, discussion prompts, and assessments.
- How to Use: Teachers can input topics, and AI generates structured lesson ideas instantly.
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📌 Canva AI (AI-Powered Visual & Presentation Tool)
- Best For: Designing lesson visuals, interactive presentations, and classroom posters.
- How to Use: AI suggests design elements and layouts based on the educational topic.
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📌 Quillionz (AI Quiz & Assessment Generator)
- Best For: Creating quizzes, flashcards, and formative assessments in seconds.
- How to Use: AI generates multiple-choice questions and short-answer prompts from lesson content.
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📌 Edpuzzle AI (AI-Driven Video Learning Platform)
- Best For: Turning videos into interactive lessons with embedded quizzes and feedback.
- How to Use: AI auto-generates questions based on video content to reinforce learning.
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📌 Microsoft Immersive Reader (AI-Powered Accessibility Tool)
- Best For: Supporting diverse learners with text-to-speech, translation, and comprehension assistance.
- How to Use: AI reads text aloud, translates content, and adjusts reading levels for students.
Practical Task: AI Tool Exploration Activity
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Explore One AI Tool in Depth
- Choose one AI tool from the list and test its features for lesson planning or student engagement.
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Compare and Share
- Discuss with colleagues or students which AI tool they found most useful and why.
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Create a Classroom AI Plan
- Develop a strategy for integrating one AI tool into your teaching routine.
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AI Tool Review Assignment
- Have students use an AI tool and reflect on how it enhanced their learning experience.
Reflection Questions
- Which AI tool do you see as most valuable for your teaching needs?
- How can these AI tools save time while improving student engagement?
- What challenges might arise when integrating these tools into daily teaching?
Pro Tip: Start Small & Experiment
Choose one AI tool to implement gradually—test, refine, and adapt it based on classroom needs.
Looking Ahead
Tomorrow, we’ll explore the biggest challenges and lessons learned from using AI in education, helping teachers navigate AI’s evolving role.
You’re equipping yourself with essential AI tools—keep experimenting and innovating! See you on Day 79! 🚀✨