Responsible and Ethical AI (Lesson Plan/ CSIRO)

What is AI? Artificial intelligence as a collection of interrelated technologies used to solve problems autonomously and perform tasks to achieve defined objectives without explicit guidance from a human being. While AI has been around for decades, advances in the layers of technology required to make AI work have made significant advances resulting in a

“A Summer with AI” (Joe Marquez/YouTube)

AI literacy is important for educators to understand and use generative AI tools effectively in the classroom. The summer with AI series created by Joe Marquez aims to provide AI literacy fundamentals and explore various generative AI tools. Check his brilliant and free shows every Wednesday at 3:30 PM PT! Week 1: Key Insights: 🌟

AI Media Production Challenge (Lesson Plan)

Yesterday, I learnt about the AI Cinema Synthetica competition, an event that challenges filmmakers to create AI-generated short films within a tight timeframe. The concept fascinated me, and I couldn’t help but think about how this competition could be adapted to create a unique learning opportunity for my high school students studying Information Technology and Media Production (vg 1-IMB).

Teach AI-Classroom Curricula (aiEDU)

The AI Education Project, is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating equitable learning experiences that excite and empower students globally with AI literacy. The organization’s mission is to ensure that everyone, especially those who may be disproportionately affected by AI systems, has access to the necessary knowledge and skills to thrive in various roles as

Designing an eco-friendly product using AI and 3D printing (Lesson Plan)

The objective of this task is to provide students with a student-centered learning experience that combines sustainability, AI, and 3D printing. The task aims to engage students in a project that allows them to exercise autonomy, pursue mastery of skills, and develop a sense of purpose by creating an eco-friendly product using AI and 3D

Exploring the Connection between AI and Surveillance

Artificial intelligence (AI) and surveillance have become intertwined, shaping various aspects of our lives. As educators, we should equip students with a comprehensive understanding of these concepts and their implications. One effective way to approach this topic is through the exploration of novels that discuss the themes of surveillance. To facilitate this process, Surveilit’s website serves as an excellent resource for

The Generative AI Toolkit

The Generative AI Toolkit was created by Cecilia Lo and Maria O’Hara at King’s College London to pull together gamified and playful approaches to upskilling staff & students in the Higher Education sector in the UK and is shared under the CC YB SA License which allows you to share and adapt this with attribution. (Source)

AI for CA (CS for CA)

The AIforCA website aims to empower educators to teach Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts to students from kindergarten through 12th grade. It provides resources, activities, and professional development opportunities to help educators integrate AI into their curriculum and engage students in meaningful learning experiences. Why should you check it out?

Generative AI Idea Pack for English language teachers (Cambridge English)

These free idea cards aim to support English language teachers in using generative AI tools in their teaching. It provides practical suggestions, research-based ideas, and activities for classroom implementation. Teachers can learn about fundamental principles, effective use of generative AI tools, prompt writing tips, and various topics related to language teaching. The cards also address

Designing Humanoid Robots for a Moral and Safe Future

In November 2023, I designed a series of lessons focusing on humanoid robots due to their close connection to AI. The objective was for students to design their own humanoid robots that could serve human beings in a moral and safe way. The task was met with enthusiasm, and students worked in pairs or groups

Embracing Authenticity: Exploring Dove’s AI-Free Promise in Media Literacy (Lesson Plan)

This lesson plan has been inspired by a recent advertisement created by Dove, a renowned personal care brand, which carries a powerful message. In their ad, Dove declares their commitment to never using artificial intelligence to create or distort women’s images. This statement is impressive and resonates with the importance of promoting authenticity, self-acceptance, and

Building Sustainable Futures: Exploring AI, SDGs and Hexagonal Thinking in my Classroom

In April, my students have been focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and cultivating a sustainable lifestyle. As a passionate advocate of hexagons, I was thrilled to discover that SDGs beehives can be built digitally, eliminating the need for printing materials. Students have been working in groups, using just one PC per group. To

AI Chatbots in Action

As an educator, I have always been fascinated by the potential of AI. Every time I create a project for my students, I start with the creation of an AI chatbot. These chatbots serve as interactive learning tools, engaging students in a dynamic conversation and providing them with personalized feedback and resources. This month and

All in on AI (Davenport & Mittal/Open access)

“All in on AI” is a highly recommended book for educators who teach business or sales and service courses. It provides an insightful exploration into the transformative power of artificial intelligence in various industries. The content of the book explores the impact of AI on different aspects of organizations, including strategy, technology, data, capabilities, and

Exploring the Potential of Udio in the ESL Classroom

Today, I have had the pleasure of testing out a new AI music generator that is making waves online – Udio. This innovative platform, developed by former Google DeepMind engineers, is not just for music enthusiasts but also holds immense potential for educational settings, particularly in ESL classrooms.  Udio is an innovative platform that allows users to

Unlocking Generative AI Safely and Responsibly- Classroom Toolkit (Cyberlite & Microsoft)

This toolkit is ideal for teachers looking to initiate discussions about AI but unsure where to begin; this presentation is the ultimate resource for them! It combines captivating narrative stories with essential instructional content, making it a game-changer for classrooms everywhere. Check it today! Here is why this toolkit stands out: ✨ Tackles Critical Issues:

Playbrary.AI- Reading is Back in the Game!

Would you like to engage your students with classic literature in a captivating and interactive way? Then you need to check out my latest discovery – Playbrary.ai! Playbrary turns classic books into AI adventure games! So how does it work? Step 1-Pick a book and play with a free version of ChatGPT (On the free

Exploring poetry with AI-assisted analysis

As you have probably noticed, I enjoy designing tasks involving the use of AI at the high school level because it provides students with a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technology and develop essential skills for the future. Integrating AI into tasks allows students to explore real-world applications, problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaborative skills.

Humy.ai- a valuable tool for educators looking to create engaging and dynamic learning experiences for their students

Last week, my students had an engaging experience on the website humy.ai. They were given the exciting opportunity to conduct an interview with none other than George Washington himself! This interactive assignment challenged them to craft thought-provoking questions and engage in a virtual conversation with this prominent historical figure. The students were particularly thrilled to

AI Demos (Jisc)

The website Explore AI | Jisc offers a wide range of AI demos educators and students can discover and explore. These demos cover various aspects of AI, including vision, language, and knowledge-based tools. Some of the demos include Aspect-based Sentiment Analysis, Automated Image Classification, Code Generator, Curriculum Generator, Emotion Detector, Essay Generator, Face Detection, Image Description, Live Transcription, Object

AI Curricula (code.org)

code.org/ai is dedicated to teaching and learning about Artificial Intelligence (AI). It provides a variety of AI curricula designed for different grade levels. Here are some of the resources you should explore today:

Unleash Creativity With Generative AI in Adobe Express

Did you know that The Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) is an Adobe-led community of major media and technology companies (and others) working to combat misinformation and disinformation? They are establishing an open-source industry standard for digital content provenance to help verify the authenticity of digital content. It is an important effort in the age of

AI Unplugged-Unplugging Artificial Intelligence (Lindner & Seegerer)

The purpose of these activities and teaching materials is to educate learners of all ages about artificial intelligence (AI) and its concepts. The activities aim to provide hands-on experiences that help learners understand how AI works, particularly in the context of classification using decision trees. By engaging in these activities, students can explore how computers

One Useful Thing (Companion Site/Ethan & Lilach Mollick)

The purpose of the website “More Useful Things: AI Resources” at https://www.moreusefulthings.com/ is to provide a companion site to “One Useful Thing,” offering various resources and prompts related to artificial intelligence (AI). The website aims to serve as a valuable source of information, inspiration, and support for anyone interested in AI and its applications. Did you know

Meet RAISE Playground

The RAISE Playground from MIT is an interactive, block-based programming platform designed to make AI easy, creative, and fun. It’s a tool that allows anyone, including educators and students, to use machine learning models, robotics, and AI engines to create projects. The platform supports a variety of AI technologies, including image classification, text classification, natural language processing, reinforcement

Classroom-Ready Resources About AI For Teaching (CRAFT)

“CRAFT is a collaboration with the Graduate School of Education and Institute for Human-Centered AI. CRAFT is a collection of co-designed free AI Literacy resources about AI for high school teachers, to help students explore, understand, question, and critique AI. CRAFT intentionally pursues a multidisciplinary approach so educators with a variety of discipline backgrounds can teach about