Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher discuss how AI is reshaping the future of STEM education in a theme they call “Surging Forward with STEM.” They explore how artificial intelligence blends science, technology, engineering, and math into a powerful tool for innovation and discovery in the classroom. The episode highlights how AI can energize STEM learning, empower future problem solvers, and spark curiosity across disciplines. 

Tune in to discover how AI can empower your students to think creatively, solve problems, and reimagine what's possible in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Project RAISE - https://www.ucpcfl.org/projectraise
Code.org - https://code.org/en-US
SchoolAI - https://schoolai.com/
Google Teachable Machine - https://teachablemachine.withgoogle.com/
Google Semi-Conductor - https://experiments.withgoogle.com/semi-conductor
Magic School AI - https://www.magicschool.ai
VOISS - https://projectvoiss.org/
Diffit - https://web.diffit.me/
Suno - https://suno.com/home 

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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/
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In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, storytelling, and language learning in a theme they call “Literacy Lift-Off.” Speaking from the FLITE Center, they share imaginative examples like using AI to help a student create fantasy story characters based on a simple prompt, and demonstrate how these tools can spark creativity, expand vocabulary, and support writing instruction. The conversation highlights how AI can elevate literacy experiences by encouraging student choice, enhancing engagement, and serving as a scaffold for both language development and storytelling.

Tune in and discover how AI can support your students' voices, creativity, and confidence

AI Tools:
Canva Write - https://www.canva.com/magic-write/
Duolingo - https://www.duolingo.com/
SchoolAI - https://schoolai.com/

Social Media:
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/
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In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher explore how AI can support the creation and implementation of individualized education programs (IEPs), functional behavioral assessments (FBAs), and behavior intervention plans (BIPs). Framed as “a friend” in these processes, AI is discussed as a tool that can help teachers gather, analyze, and organize student data more efficiently without replacing the need for professional judgment. The episode also emphasizes the importance of data privacy, the teacher's role in customizing AI output, and practical examples of how AI can enhance student centered planning and interventions in both general and special education contexts.

AI Tools:
accessiBE - https://accessibe.com/
Be My Eyes - https://www.bemyeyes.com/

Social Media:
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/aai-flite-center

In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher explore the idea of AI as a collaboration catalyst in the classroom. Through a creative role-play scenario, they imagine Lisa as a high school English teacher working with students on a five-paragraph essay. They walk through how AI tools can assist with brainstorming, revision, feedback, and even peer collaboration, enhancing both the teaching process and student engagement. The hosts emphasize how AI can support critical thinking and streamline workflow without replacing the human connection that drives learning. 

AI Tools:
Magic School AI - https://www.magicschool.ai/
Thrively - https://www.thrively.com/ng/#/classroom
Tagpacker- https://tagpacker.com/ 

Social Media:
X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/aai-flite-center

In this episode of AI Advocates, Maggie Mosher and Lisa Dieker discuss the power of classroom bots as 24/7 teaching assistants. They explore how bots can support both teachers and students by helping with tasks around the clock, making lesson prep, feedback, and classroom support more efficient. The hosts emphasize how AI bots, when used effectively, can save time, boost productivity, and create more opportunities for personalized learning without replacing the teacher’s role. 

AI Tools:
Magic School AI - https://www.magicschool.ai/
Khanmigo - https://www.khanmigo.ai/
Poe - https://poe.com/login
EL Bot -https://www.canva.com/design/DAF4ZnhZ8TI/bGhftIi8zBjLuBFANJBP2w/view?utm_content=DAF4ZnhZ8TI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

Social Media:
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/
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In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher discuss how artificial intelligence can help teachers tailor lessons to better support a variety of student needs. They explore tools like Diffit, Brisk, Twee, and Project Raise, along with built-in features such as phone attention settings. Lisa also introduces accessiBE, a website that helps make online content more accessible for people with disabilities. Together, they share practical ways educators can use AI to create more effective and personalized learning experiences in the classroom.

AI Tools:
accessiBE - https://accessibe.com/
Diffit - https://web.diffit.me/
Brisk - https://www.briskteaching.com/
Twee - https://twee.com/
Project Raise - https://www.ucpcfl.org/projectraise

Social Media:
X - https://x.com/KUFLITECenter
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/
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Students Driving Their Own Educational Rocket

In this episode of AI Advocates, Maggie Mosher and Lisa Dieker explore the theme of “student superpowers,” focusing on how AI can empower students by giving them a stronger voice in the learning process. Rather than viewing AI as a tool for students to passively learn from, the hosts advocate for AI as a collaborative personal assistant that works alongside students under the guidance of teachers. They emphasize the importance of using AI to foster independence, self-expression, and ownership of learning, encouraging teachers to help students leverage AI tools in ways that enhance creativity, confidence, and lifelong skills for the future.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KUAIAdvocates

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In this episode of AI Advocates, Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher introduce a new series titled “10 Bites of Innovation in AI,” aimed at helping teachers kick off their school year with creative uses of artificial intelligence. The first installment, called “The Lesson Launch,” explores how AI can serve as a digital lesson planner to help educators design engaging and efficient classroom experiences. Lisa and Maggie discuss practical ways AI tools can support instructional planning, reduce stress, and enhance innovation in the first few weeks of school, setting the stage for a dynamic academic year.

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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/aai-flite-center

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KUAIAdvocates

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-for-Flexible-Learning-through-Innovations-in-Technology-Education/61563791019174/ 

In this episode of AI Advocates, Dr. Lisa Dieker and Dr. Maggie Mosher dive into Khanmigo, an AI-powered educational tool developed by Khan Academy. They discuss how it compares to other platforms like Magic School and highlight its teacher-friendly features. Maggie walks through Khanmigo’s flexible interface, where users can explore and favorite various AI tools tailored for planning, tutoring, feedback, and more. The conversation also touches on the potential of AI to support learners, the ethical considerations around accessibility for students and parents, and the importance of educators testing tools themselves before classroom use. Whether you're curious about AI in education or looking to streamline your teaching, this episode offers insights and practical tips for making the most of Khanmigo. 

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/UxTNm8s7jSY

In this episode of AI Advocates, hosts Dr. Lisa Dieker and Dr. Maggie Mosher share their hands-on experiences with Microsoft Copilot, highlighting why it’s become their go-to AI tool for educational settings. They dive into Copilot’s key strengths including its ability to summarize documents, create rubrics, generate images, and assist with accessibility tasks like adjusting reading levels and text to speech. Lisa recounts real-world stories, like helping someone generate an ADA accommodation letter, while Maggie explains how the free version stands out among other tools. Whether you're an educator, student, or tech enthusiast, this episode breaks down how Copilot can make AI both practical and personal in everyday learning environments.

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563791019174

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/tzpsdvGmasA