Teaching artificial intelligence concepts to teens in Grades 6-12. Topics include AI curriculum resources and videos for instruction.
As AI tools like ChatGPT become more common, students are starting to use them in their writing. These tools can help students feel more confident and communicate more effectively, whether to brainstorm ideas, polish their drafts, or improve clarity. But their use also brings up important questions about authorship, honesty, and transparency. That’s why it’s […]
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Teachers may worry that AI could allow students to bypass effort and learning, but when integrated thoughtfully, it can enhance education. By including AI in project-based learning and the inquiry process, curriculum can become hands-on, interactive, and focused on critical thinking. These are areas where AI alone falls short. This approach encourages students to dive
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We recently had a blast researching AI music apps for our new TechnoFuture AI course. In this project, students create an interactive science fiction story imagining daily life in the future. As they develop the story, students study emerging and futuristic technologies. They explore AI tools to generate images, 3D models, and music. Then they
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Welcome back! In a previous post, we looked at how coding empowers students to develop essential workplace skills in an AI-driven world. And these soft skills are not just restricted to the classroom – they are life and workplace skills such as perseverance, communication, analytical thinking, collaboration, and problem solving. In this follow-up, we’re going
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In today’s classrooms, artificial intelligence is more than a buzzword. It’s a tool students are already using. From essay generators to math solvers to reading tutors, AI is everywhere. While banning it might seem like the obvious answer, a better alternative is rethinking how we teach and assess learning. Promoting authentic learning in an AI
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Using AI powered tools has created an emerging digital literacy skill: text prompting. The quality of the prompt directly affects the quality of the AI’s output. A clear, specific, and well-structured input helps the AI produce more accurate, creative, and useful results. Learning how to write better prompts gives you more control and helps you
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Use AI Art Tools to Inspire Young Storytellers Looking for a new and innovative way to nurture creativity? Free AI image generators are perfect for sparking imagination, storytelling, and visual learning in the classroom. With kid-friendly AI art tools, learners of all ages can turn their ideas into stunning digital illustrations. No drawing skills required!
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In this blog series, I’ll explore AI tools that don’t do the thinking for students but instead help them become more independent, organized, and resilient learners. These tools can be especially helpful in teaching executive function skills, such as organizational abilities and behavior management. As AI becomes a permanent part of our world, many educators
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As AI transforms the way we learn and teach, more homeschooling families are asking: How do we use AI the right way? Welcome to your go-to resource on how artificial intelligence is reshaping homeschooling in North America. Whether you’re new to the idea or already experimenting with tools, this FAQ-style guide covers everything you need
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In classrooms today, it’s clear that students will be using AI tools, whether we plan for it or not. That’s why it’s so important for educators to guide students in using these technologies thoughtfully and responsibly. While AI can offer powerful learning opportunities, it also presents real ethical challenges, especially when it comes to academic
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