Beginner's Path to AI in Education

Welcome to your AI learning journey! This path is designed for teachers who are new to AI in education. We'll guide you through the basics, help you build confidence, and show you how to start using AI effectively in your classroom.

Your Learning Journey

  • Module 1: Understanding AI Basics
  • Module 2: First Steps with AI Tools
  • Module 3: Basic Classroom Applications
  • Module 4: Safety and Best Practices

Module 1: Understanding AI Basics 1-2 hours

Learn the fundamentals of AI in education.

Topics:

  • What is AI and how does it work?
  • Common AI tools in education
  • Benefits and limitations of AI
  • Basic AI terminology

Activities:

  • Watch: "Introduction to AI in Education" video
  • Read: "AI Basics for Teachers" guide
  • Complete: Basic terminology quiz

Module 2: First Steps with AI Tools 2-3 hours

Get hands-on experience with basic AI tools.

Topics:

  • Introduction to ChatGPT
  • Basic prompt writing
  • Simple classroom applications
  • Tool evaluation basics

Practice Activities:

  • Create your first AI-assisted lesson plan
  • Generate simple discussion questions
  • Try basic content summarization

Module 3: Basic Classroom Applications 2-3 hours

Learn how to integrate AI into daily teaching tasks.

Topics:

  • Lesson planning assistance
  • Basic feedback generation
  • Simple worksheet creation
  • Question generation

Practical Applications:

  • Create differentiated worksheets
  • Generate student feedback examples
  • Develop practice questions

Module 4: Safety and Best Practices 1-2 hours

Learn essential safety guidelines and best practices.

Topics:

  • Student data privacy
  • Content verification
  • Ethical considerations
  • School policy compliance

Final Steps:

  • Complete safety checklist
  • Review best practices guide
  • Take final assessment

Additional Resources

Next Steps

Ready to begin your AI journey?