AI Practice for Teacher Candidates: Day 85 — Your AI Teacher Toolkit: A Checklist


 

AI Practice for Teacher Candidates: Day 85 — Your AI Teacher Toolkit: A Checklist

Welcome to Day 85 of the 100-Day Journey!

Having a well-organized AI teacher toolkit ensures that you have the right tools at your fingertips to enhance teaching, streamline tasks, and engage students effectively. Today, we’ll build a structured AI toolkit tailored for your classroom needs.

Why Have an AI Teacher Toolkit?

  • Saves Time: Provides quick access to AI-powered tools for various teaching tasks.
  • Enhances Lesson Effectiveness: Helps integrate AI seamlessly into planning, assessment, and creativity.
  • Encourages Continuous Learning: Keeps track of emerging AI technologies in education.

Essential Components of Your AI Teacher Toolkit

  1. 📌 AI for Lesson Planning

    • Tool Examples: ChatGPT, Eduaide.AI, Curipod.
    • Purpose: Generate lesson plans, discussion prompts, and activities quickly.

  2. 📌 AI for Assessment & Feedback

    • Tool Examples: Quillionz, Quizizz AI, Gradescope.
    • Purpose: Create quizzes, automate grading, and personalize student feedback.

  3. 📌 AI for Classroom Management

    • Tool Examples: ClassDojo AI, SmartSeat, Trello AI.
    • Purpose: Organize seating charts, track student behavior, and streamline tasks.

  4. 📌 AI for Creativity & Engagement

    • Tool Examples: Canva AI, DALL·E, Soundraw.
    • Purpose: Generate visuals, music, and interactive content for engaging lessons.

  5. 📌 AI for Accessibility & Inclusion

    • Tool Examples: Microsoft Immersive Reader, Speechify, Google Read&Write.
    • Purpose: Support diverse learners with text-to-speech, translation, and comprehension tools.

  6. 📌 AI for Professional Development

    • Tool Examples: ISTE AI in Education, Google AI for Educators, Coursera AI Courses.
    • Purpose: Stay updated on AI trends and best practices in education.

Practical Task: Build Your AI Toolkit

  1. Download & Organize Your AI Tools

    • Create a digital folder with links to your go-to AI resources.

  2. Test a New AI Tool This Week

    • Try an AI tool from a category you haven’t explored yet.

  3. Create a Personalized AI Guide

    • Write a short document outlining how you’ll use each AI tool effectively.

  4. Share Your Toolkit with Colleagues

    • Collaborate with other educators to refine and expand your AI toolkit.

Reflection Questions

  1. Which AI tools have had the biggest impact on your teaching?
  2. What AI tools would you like to explore further?
  3. How can you ensure your AI toolkit remains up to date and relevant?

Pro Tip: Keep It Simple & Effective

Your AI toolkit should be easy to access and use—focus on tools that align with your specific classroom needs.

Looking Ahead

You’re now equipped with an AI-powered teaching toolkit—keep learning and innovating! See you on Day 86! 🚀✨

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