Artificial Intelligence

3 Mistakes I’ve Made When Using AI in My Classroom

Getting Started with AI When I first started using AI tools in my classroom, I was focused on how much time they could save. Over time, I realized that how I used the tools mattered more than the tools themselves.Here are three mistakes I’ve made—and what I’ve learned from them. 🛑 Mistake 1: Treating AI Output as Final One of my first mistakes was using AI-generated content without making enough adjustments. While the output was helpful, it didn’t always align with my students’ reading levels, knowledge, or instructional goals.I’ve learned that AI is a starting p

Artificial Intelligence

3 AI Tools Teachers Should Know About

Finding time to create engaging materials while managing everything else can feel impossible. AI tools can give teachers back precious time while also making it easier to differentiate instruction and scaffold academic language for multilingual learners. I've been using three AI platforms regularly: Magic School AI, Khanmigo, and Eduaide AI. Here's what makes each one valuable. Magic School AI: An All-in-One Planning Tool Magic School AI offers dozens of features, but I use three consistently: the worksheet generator, the multiple choice quiz creator, and the informa

Digital Multimodal Composition, Artificial Intelligence

AI as a Creative Partner: Writing in a New Era

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education in profound ways. It is increasingly recognized as a catalyst for transforming teaching, learning, and academic practices. Though some view it with skepticism, it has emerged as a creative ally for writers, educators, and learners alike. The challenge is no longer whether to use AI, but how to integrate it thoughtfully to support authentic learning. Understanding not only what AI can do but also how it influences pedagogy, equity, and the broader learning ecosystem is critical. When paired with Digital Multimodal Co