There’s a lot of talk circulating through schools about the use of AI technology products in the classroom. Although many are in favor, others are against its use, and both sides have good reasoning. It can be universally agreed that students should not be using AI to complete assignments, but teachers can have the advantage of AI in lesson planning and presentations. Here are six benefits of AI for educators.
Inclusivity
Students with language barriers, visual or hearing impairments, or other learning roadblocks may find interactive presentation tools make the content more accessible, therefore creating a more inclusive classroom environment. Those who are shy or have social anxiety will appreciate the ability to participate without fear of being judged. All students will feel included, heard, and valued.
Personalization
In addition to coordinating with MTSS standards, interactive presentations promote personalized learning. Students can have more control over their educational experience and move through the content at their own pace, according to their own needs. AI can collect data on the student’s abilities and preferences, then establish a personalized and adaptive course of learning for greater success.
Engagement
Interactive presentation elements such as polls, surveys, and quizzes are more engaging teaching tools than traditional text-based materials. They can be a great warm-up exercise for new-school-year jitters, or as a pre-test for a new unit. Incorporating videos and animations make learning more enjoyable and memorable for students, leading to greater retention of the material.
Performance
After switching to online learning during COVID, digital monitoring and evaluation in learning has greatly improved student performance. Real-time data and analyses help teachers identify strengths and weaknesses to target interventions for better student outcomes, evaluate student progress to adjust instruction accordingly, and provide more personalized feedback for more cohesive student engagement.
Feedback
Getting real-time data during a lesson can help you immediately pivot the lesson, if necessary, to improve teaching style, materials, and approach. Understanding student needs helps improve strategy and allows you to engage students with follow-up questions to gauge their understanding of the topic as you work through the lesson. AI can also provide students with immediate feedback on quizzes and tests, and help them review the material later.
Gamification
Gen Z and Gen Alpha students have grown up in a world of interactive experiences through video games and social media. Bringing these educational games and simulations to the classroom bridges the gap between work and play and makes school more enjoyable and engaging for them. Learning in a game-like atmosphere helps students better retain the information being taught and recall it faster when prompted.
AI Technology Supplies in the Classroom
As AI begins to enter schools, careful adoption is necessary to ensure learning is not disrupted. Bringing technology into the classroom should be a carefully thought-out process and only done to enhance learning, not merely for enjoyment. If you’re ready to see what AI can do for your class, equip yourself with the proper tech supplies and consider the approaches mentioned above.