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ECST AI Task Force Team
Mr. Justin Bevilacqua - PT/NT/WCT Mathematics + Science Supervisor
Dr. Carmen Morales - PT/WCT/NT Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Ms. Ana Mendes - NT Science Educator
Ms. Jessica DiCicco - WCT Media Specialist
Mr. Daniel McCarey - PT Media Specialist
Ms. Stefanie Freund - NT Media Specialist
Mr. Trevor Johnson - NT Science Educator
Mr. Zack Arenstien - WCT Mathematics Educator
Mr. Vincent Boyce - PT
Web Design Educator
Mrs. Amy Karydes - PT English Educator
Mrs. Jackie Shoop - WCT English Educator
In this activity, we explored how to meaningfully personalize mathematics instruction by first administering a Google Form survey to students, asking them to share their hobbies and interests. After collecting their responses, we input the survey data into ChatGPT, an AI tool, and used it to generate individualized math assessments. Each assessment was tailored to include the student’s hobbies—such as basketball, music, robotics, or art—embedded into word problems that focused on solving systems of equations. By doing this, we created a set of unique, two-question assessments that were not only mathematically rigorous but also personally engaging for each student. This process showcased how AI can be leveraged to connect curriculum to student interests, increasing relevance and motivation in the math classroom.
Should I be Using AI for this Specific Task?
Take a moment to explore the decision tree below—consider printing it out and displaying it in your classroom to promote thoughtful and responsible AI use among students!
Resource Recommendations
Discover valuable articles, books, courses, and websites that provide deeper insights into AI in education. Stay informed on the latest trends, tools, and strategies to integrate AI into teaching and learning effectively.
Sal Khan, the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, thinks artificial intelligence could spark the greatest positive transformation education has ever seen. He shares the opportunities he sees for students and educators to collaborate with AI tools -- including the potential of a personal AI tutor for every student and an AI teaching assistant for every teacher -- and demos some exciting new features for their educational chatbot, Khanmigo.
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Education has evolved significantly in recent years with the rise of AI, and it's essential that we establish a new precedent in the classroom—one that fosters an innovative, inclusive environment for all stakeholders.
These apps and websites can help teachers boost their productivity, personalize learning, and create lesson content.
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Tips & Best Practices
- Use AI for Personalized Learning
Implement AI-driven platforms (IXL, Quizziz, Quizlet, Snorkl, MagicSchoolAI, Canva and more...) to provide personalized learning paths, helping students progress at their own pace and receive instant feedback.
- Encourage Critical Thinking with AI Tools
Use AI to analyze primary source documents, literature, or historical data. Encourage students to critically assess AI-generated insights and explore different perspectives.
- Data-Driven Decision Making
Leverage AI tools that analyze student performance data, helping yourself identify areas where students are struggling, and tailor interventions or instructional strategies accordingly.
- Enhance Collaboration and Creativity
Use AI in project-based learning to assist students in designing real-world solutions, whether in tech, engineering, or business fields. AI tools can support collaborative design, coding, or product development.
- Explore Ethical AI in Context
Incorporate discussions on the ethical use of AI in fields like medicine, education, and technology. For example, in science, students could explore how AI impacts medical research, or in history, how AI is reshaping society and politics.
Q&A or Ask an AI Expert
This form is designed to gather questions, curiosities, and concerns about AI in education. Whether you are new to AI or an experienced user, feel free to submit any questions you have. We will address them and provide answers to help everyone explore how AI can enhance teaching and learning.
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