Lisa Dieker and Maggie Mosher discuss how artificial intelligence can support teacher preparation and classroom creativity, from making syllabi more accessible through layered formats like videos and podcasts to designing “AI-proof” experiential assignments that encourage students to improve their skills in critical thinking, prompting, and problem-solving. During the episode, they introduce their new book, Empowered by AI: 10 Practical Approaches for Today’s Educators, describing it as a short, practical guide that helps educators quickly understand how AI can support their daily work without feeling overwhelmed. 

Throughout the conversation, they share examples of how AI can assist with tasks such as preparing presentations, tailoring professional development for specific audiences, and helping teachers reflect on whether technology is meaningfully supporting student learning. Organized in a chapter-by-chapter format, the book offers actionable strategies on lesson planning, tutoring, AI-driven feedback, accessibility, gamification, and developing AI fluency. 

By emphasizing process over specific tools, Lisa and Maggie position the book as a practical companion for educators who want to use AI responsibly, efficiently, and creatively, encouraging teachers to view AI not as a replacement for the human elements of teaching, but as an assistant that helps reclaim time, personalize learning, and strengthen instructional design while keeping educators at the center of the learning process.

Purchase here: Empowered by AI: 10 Practical Approaches for Today’s Educators

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