Tools for Creating Curriculum:

• • 1. • Diffit https://web.diffit.me/
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       • KhanMigo- https://www.khanacademy.org/khanmigo/teacher-tools 

       • Magic School.ai https://app.magicschool.ai/tools

         • • Tutorials: https://youtu.be/YCZvsr-SHA8

Hands-on Activities: Using provided prompts, and Chat GPT or Google Gemini, teachers can practice generating and sharing ideas and lesson materials for their specific subject area, such as:

• • 1. 1. 1. • Brainstorm ideas for events(for PBL-based units)

             • Driving questions(for PBL-based units)

             • Using Chat GPT as an example machine

             • Using Chat GPT to create differentiated math problems

             • Lesson Plans- https://www.aiforeducation.io/prompts/lesson-plans

             • PBL Unit Plans- Create a PBL Unit Plan 

             • Activities based on MA state frameworks

             • Assessments- https://www.aiforeducation.io/prompts/formative-assessments 

             • Exit tickets-     https://www.aiforeducation.io/prompts/exit-tickets 

             • Rubrics-          https://www.aiforeducation.io/prompts/rubrics

             • Academic vocabulary
               - See               https://www.aiforeducation.io/prompt-library-lesson-planning

Using AI to get ideas:- from https://www.aiforeducation.io/prompt-library-lesson-planning

Lesson Plan Idea Prompt

You are an expert [GRADE AND SUBJECT] teacher, proficient in creating engaging, well-developed and effective lesson plans for your students. Your task is to come up with [NUMBER] ideas for lesson plans in our unit on [UNIT TOPIC]. The lesson plans should be [NUMBER] minutes each and should [BUILD ON EACH OTHER / STAND ALONE]. The lessons should focus on: [SPECIFIC UNIT TOPICS]. Each lesson should be engaging and appropriate for [GRADE LEVEL] students. Each lesson should be aligned to [STANDARDS] and should include: learning objectives; a list of key vocabulary; a lesson outline that includes direct instruction, an engaging activity, and a closure with a synthesis/summary of student learning; and an assessment of learning.

Here is the general formula for a perfect prompt:

[Context/role] + [Specific Information] + [Intent/Goal] + [Response Format (if needed)] = Perfect Prompt

Example Prompt

You are an expert 6th grade science teacher, proficient in creating engaging, well-developed and effective lesson plans for your students. Your task is to come up with 3 ideas for lesson plans in our unit on earth science. The lesson plans should be 45 minutes each and should build on each other. The lessons should focus on: plate tectonics, the study of earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, floods, landslides, and topography. Each lesson should be engaging and appropriate for 6th grade students. Each lesson should be aligned to NGSS standards for 6th grade and should include: learning objectives; a list of key vocabulary; a lesson outline that includes direct instruction, an engaging activity, and a closure with a synthesis/summary of student learning; and an assessment of learning. 

https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/chatgpt-example-machine/

1. One key advantage of using AI for lesson planning is:

A. AI can fully replace teachers in designing and delivering content.
B. AI tools can automatically grant passing grades to students.
C. AI can quickly generate multiple ideas or templates that teachers can adapt.
D. AI does not require any input from the teacher to create relevant content.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **C.** AI can rapidly produce ideas, outlines, or templates that teachers can review and refine, saving time and inspiring fresh approaches to lessons. </details>

2. When using AI to brainstorm lesson activities, teachers should:

A. Copy AI-generated content directly without review.
B. Involve students in finalizing AI suggestions to promote engagement.
C. Only choose the first idea the AI generates.
D. Avoid editing the AI’s suggestions to maintain originality.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **B.** Involving students in the decision-making or refinement of AI-generated ideas can boost engagement, creativity, and ownership of learning. </details>

3. Which of the following is an effective prompt for generating lesson ideas with AI?

A. “Give me a lesson.”
B. “Explain quantum physics.”
C. “Create a 45-minute lesson plan on photosynthesis for 8th-grade science, including a hands-on experiment, discussion questions, and assessment ideas.”
D. “Prepare an entire year-long curriculum, but only in bullet points.”

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **C.** A clear and detailed prompt specifying the subject, grade level, lesson duration, and type of activities helps AI generate more relevant, structured ideas. </details>

4. A best practice for ensuring accuracy and relevancy of AI-generated teaching materials is to:

A. Rely solely on AI and skip fact-checking.
B. Have administrators approve every single AI-generated document.
C. Cross-check the AI’s suggestions with reputable educational resources and standards.
D. Post all AI content directly online before testing.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **C.** Although AI can be a powerful tool, verifying information against trusted sources helps ensure accuracy and alignment with academic standards. </details>

5. In using AI to create visual aids (e.g., infographics, slide decks), teachers should remember that:

A. All AI visuals are automatically licensed for free use.
B. AI-generated images may need review for correctness, clarity, and alignment with lesson goals.
C. AI visuals replace the need for student-created projects.
D. No consideration for copyright or image licensing is necessary.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **B.** Even AI-generated visuals might contain inaccuracies or confusing elements, so reviewing them for accuracy, clarity, and age-appropriateness is key. </details>

6. One way AI can help differentiate lesson materials is by:

A. Forcing all students to work with a single uniform text level.
B. Generating the same practice questions for every student.
C. Suggesting varied reading passages, tasks, or scaffolds tailored to different skill levels.
D. Preventing students from accessing personalized resources.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **C.** AI tools can produce multiple versions of the same content at different difficulty levels, supporting differentiated instruction. </details>

7. Which statement best describes how teachers can use AI in collaborative brainstorming with colleagues?

A. Teachers avoid human collaboration if AI is available.
B. Teachers only share AI-generated ideas with administrators.
C. Teachers can combine AI’s prompts and outlines with colleagues’ expertise to refine and innovate lesson plans.
D. Teachers must always trust the AI over colleagues’ input.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **C.** AI can serve as a starting point, but exchanging ideas with fellow teachers adds depth, practicality, and fresh perspectives to lesson design. </details>

8. A teacher wants to personalize practice quizzes using AI. What is the best approach?

A. Generate one quiz and assign it to all students.
B. Generate multiple quiz variations that align with the range of skill levels in the class.
C. Print out random AI-generated questions without reviewing.
D. Give each student an open-ended AI prompt to create their own quizzes.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **B.** By generating multiple variations that match different proficiency levels, teachers can ensure that quizzes are appropriately challenging for each student. </details>

9. When teachers use AI to design teaching materials, which step is critical for maintaining pedagogical coherence?

A. Limiting each unit to strictly AI-generated materials.
B. Verifying that AI-created resources align with lesson objectives, pacing, and standards.
C. Changing the lesson goals to fit whatever the AI suggests.
D. Using only AI resources, ignoring student engagement and real-world application.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **B.** While AI can save time, ensuring that new resources and activities logically connect with established objectives, pacing guides, and standards helps maintain cohesive instruction. </details>

10. An important professional skill teachers cultivate when using AI for brainstorming and material creation is:

A. Immediate acceptance of the AI output.
B. Critical evaluation of AI recommendations for quality, inclusivity, and feasibility.
C. Refusal to adopt any new AI tool.
D. Reliance on the AI to automatically adapt to every student’s learning style.

<details> <summary>Answer & Explanation</summary> **B.** Teachers should develop skills in critically evaluating AI-generated suggestions—ensuring they align with best practices, address student needs, and meet ethical standards. </details>

Tip for Educators:

• Blend AI with your expertise. AI can provide quick brainstorming ideas and resources, but it’s vital to apply professional judgment, customize materials for your context, and validate factual accuracy. This human-AI collaboration leads to richer and more meaningful teaching materials.