Educator’s Corner

9 Practical Ways Teachers Can Use AI in the Classroom: In conversation with Dan Fitzpatrick


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Since the launch of ChatGPT, schools and teachers everywhere have been pondering how, when and even whether to use AI in the classroom. Is it safe to use with students? Should we encourage or punish the use of generative AI tools? And will this technology replace teachers?In this episode of The Educator’s Corner podcast, Kai is joined by educational pioneer and keynote speaker Dan Fitzpatrick, also known as The AIEducator. Through practical examples, storytelling and his Geordie humour, Dan shares responsible ways teachers and students can use AI in the classroom to support rather than replace learning. They discuss: - Practical tools teachers can use, both in and out of the classroom- How teachers and students can use AI responsibly and ethically - Why schools should start teaching AI literacy sooner rather than later - The wider implications of AI for schools and the education system This is the second episode in an Educator's Corner ‘AI in education’ mini series where we explore the impact of AI on leadership, learning, our students, our colleagues and our communities. About Our GuestDan Fitzpatrick is an AI expert, education strategist and author best known for his pioneering role in helping educational institutions understand and embrace AI. Dan’s acclaimed book, The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education, imparts invaluable insights and strategies for harnessing AI in education. He is a prominent contributor in the media on all things AI and education, having recently been featured in Time Magazine and on CNN, Good Morning Britain, BBC Radio 4 and ITV News.Dan’s former roles include serving as Director for Digital Strategy at Education Partnership North East and as a senior leader at a secondary school.

Resources

  • Main website - https://theaieducator.io
  • AI tool website - https://aieducator.tools
  • Book - https://a.co/d/anwYslc
  • 𝕏: @theaieducatorX
  • LinkedIn: TheAIEducator

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