LESSON PLANS USING CHATGPT

6-8 hours

English, Maths, Italian, History and Civics

8 years old

●        Understanding the concept of AI

●        Understanding the function of ChatGPT

●      Acquiring skills in using ChatGPT for creative writing tasks such as poems, stories, or songs

●        Developing proficiency in using ChatGPT to obtain information on different subjects

●        Learning to formulate prompts effectively

●        Practising asking questions

●        Practising requesting explanations and examples

1.    Brainstorming Session: The teacher leads a group discussion with the class. The teacher writes the word 'AI' in the centre of the board and encourages students to share what they already know about it. Together, they explore what AI is and talk about how it can be used in different ways.

2.  ChatGPT exploration (part 1): The teacher introduces the term "CHAT" and explains its meaning in the native language. Then, the teacher guides the students to ask various questions to ChatGPT, ranging from personal inquiries to academic topics like maths problems and English vocabulary such as “Can you help us solve these maths problems?”, “Could you provide us with vocabulary related to clothing?”, “Can you role-play as a dinosaur?".

3. ChatGPT exploration using Interactive Whiteboard (part 2): The teacher demonstrates to students how ChatGPT can assist them in problem-solving. The teacher initiates this by searching for the terms “AI”, "chatbot", and “ChatGPT” and asking questions to ChatGPT such as: “What is AI?”, “What can I do with AI?”, “What is ChatGPT?”, “What can I do with ChatGPT?”. The teacher trains the chatbot by writing answers as if responding to an 8-year-old. Finally, the teacher reads the answer aloud to the children. Together, they review the answers and select the clearest and simplest definitions for AI and ChatGPT. 

4.  Creation of Content for the LAPBOOK (English Vocabulary): The teacher guides the production of English Vocabulary with ChatGPT. The teacher copies and pastes the answers and definitions of AI and ChatGPT generated by ChatGPT onto a Google Doc. Then, the content will also be transcribed by the children in their notebooks. English vocabulary is introduced as each question and definition is translated from the native language to English.

5.  Creation of the LAPBOOK: The teacher guides the creation of the LAPBOOK by incorporating the collected English vocabulary generated through ChatGPT interactions regarding the definition of AI and ChatGPT. The teacher uses an A4 cardboard and divides it into three parts. In the centre, students have placed the questions and answers posed to ChatGPT, Cutting out the text from their notebook, and on the side flaps, icons of AI and ChatGPT have been affixed.

6.   ChatGPT exploration using Interactive Whiteboard (part 3- Maths problems): The teacher guides the production of Math Problems with ChatGPT. The teacher asks Chat GPT to translate some divisions. For example: “Mario has 36 biscuits and wants to divide them equally between him and his 4 friends. How many cookies will each receive?”. The answers generated will be transcripted in a Google document. Additionally, the maths problems proposed will be also translated into English. 

Observations and production of a Lapbook about AI and ChatGPT.

Teachers will explain to students that ChatGPT is useful as pupils, but it is a machine and we have to use it carefully and be aware of its limits.

1 hour

Maths (Negative Numbers)

12 years old

●      Recognize and identify positive and negative numbers, and comprehend the significance of the '+' and '-' symbols.

●        Compare positive and negative numbers effectively.

●        Understand the various real-life situations where negative numbers are encountered.

●        Enhance their technological proficiency by using ChatGPT to access information.

●        Practice formulating questions and using ChatGPT to obtain answers.

●        Develop writing and reading comprehension skills.

1. Organisational part: The teacher begins by taking attendance and then introduces the topic and objectives to the students. Each student is asked to write down the topic in their notebooks.

2. Introduction (10 minutes): The teacher displays different numbers on the board, both positive and negative, for example: 5, -3, -8, 10, -2. The teacher asks the pupils to identify whether each number is positive or negative and to explain the meaning of the '+' and '-' symbols. The teacher engages the students in a discussion about real-life scenarios where positive and negative numbers are encountered, by asking: "Can you list examples of situations from everyday life where we encounter positive and negative numbers?".

3. Practical exercise (15 minutes): The teacher divides the class into groups of three, and each group receives a set of cards containing different numbers, both positive and negative. The task for each group is to compare two numbers from the set and determine which one is bigger.  The teacher introduces ChatGPT as a tool that can provide explanations, answer questions, and offer assistance with comparing numbers. The teacher asks the groups to use ChatGPT to seek clarification and guidance when comparing numbers from the provided set of cards to justify their answers and clarify any doubts. Examples of interaction with ChatGPT could be:

3. 1. Asking Questions: Students ask ChatGPT questions related to comparing numbers, such as "How can I compare two numbers to determine which is bigger?" or "Can you give examples of situations where a positive number is greater than a negative number?"

   2. Requesting Step-by-Step Instructions: Students can request ChatGPT to provide step-by-step instructions on how to compare two numbers. For example, they might ask, "Could you describe how to compare two positive numbers?"

   3.  Seeking Assistance with Specific Problems: If a group encounters difficulty comparing certain numbers, they can ask ChatGPT for help. For instance, they might inquire, "We have a problem comparing -5 and 8. Can you help us?"

   4. Seeking Justification: After receiving a response from ChatGPT, students can ask for justification or clarification. For example, they might ask, "Can you explain why 8 is bigger than -5?" The teacher guides the entire process and discusses with students the different cases and conclusions.

4. Presentation (10 minutes): Teacher asks groups to present their results and reasoning to the class. Using ChatGPT, students look for answers to the example questions about positive and negative numbers, such as scenarios involving temperatures, bank balances, and historical events. The questions could be: “What are the lowest temperatures we can encounter in our daily lives? Can you give examples of places where the temperature can be negative? What does a negative balance in a bank account mean? What situations can lead to debt or overdraft? Did you know that the altitude above sea level can be negative? Where in the world are places located below sea level? Under what circumstances do we use negative numbers when talking about historical events? Do you know examples of years before our era? If a car parks on level -2 and then takes the lift four levels up, on which floor will it finish its journey? Can you calculate this?

5. Summary (5 minutes): The teacher recaps the main concepts covered in the lesson. The importance of understanding positive and negative numbers in both mathematics and everyday life is emphasised.

6. Homework: The teacher assigns homework, asking students to prepare three questions about negative numbers and their applications in daily life. Pupils are to check their answers to the prepared questions using ChatGPT.

Questions: In-class questions to check understanding.

Discussions: Engaging students in dialogue to assess understanding.

Teacher observation: The teacher observes the student's engagement during the lesson, their participation in the discussions, their activity during the practical exercises, and their interaction with ChatGPT. The teacher observes how well the groups worked together, what arguments they presented when comparing negative numbers, and how effectively they used ChatGPT.

When working in groups and interacting with ChatGPT, students should be guaranteed a safe environment where they can freely express their thoughts and participate in discussions without fear of ridicule or negative consequences.

When using ChatGPT or other technologies, care should be taken and students' privacy should be protected. The teacher should ensure that no students' private information is shared with unauthorised parties and that all interactions with the technology are done following data protection legislation.

The teacher should maintain worldview neutrality and avoid imposing their views on pupils. It is useful to provide space for different perspectives and experiences and to allow students to develop their conclusions based on the materials provided.

The assessment process should be fair and equitable for all students. The teacher should take into account individual differences in students' levels of engagement, abilities and learning needs.

The lesson should also allow for the development of students' interpersonal skills such as cooperation, communication and empathy. The teacher should promote respect for other opinions and encourage constructive discussion and collaboration.

3-4 hours

Biology, chemistry, physics, and technique lessons

11 years old (6th class)

●        Understand the scientific achievements of famous scientists

●        Familiarise with the biographies of famous scientists.

●        Develop creativity through the creation of a character (puppet) using a clothes hanger. 

●        Develop proficiency in using Chat GPT to obtain information

●        Collaborate effectively with peers in conducting the activity.

●        Enhance presentation skills by performing the roles of interviewer and scientist

1. Preparing a ChatGPT programme: The teacher sets up a ChatGPT programme on the classroom computers or tablets. Students log in to the Chat GPT website using a special school email address provided by the teacher.

2. Dividing Students into Pairs: The teacher divides the students into pairs to work collaboratively.

3. Conducting an Interview with a Famous Scientist using ChatGPT: The teacher guides students in interviewing with a famous scientist using ChatGPT. Together with the teacher, students create questions (prompts) designed to elicit interesting responses from ChatGPT in the role of a scientist. Students write down the questions and verify the accuracy of the answers provided by ChatGPT to create a coherent interview script. For this, they can cross-reference the information with reliable sources on the web or use resources available in the school library. Students save the interview link and print out the transcript. Then, they attach the printed interview to the puppet or character they have created.

4. Creating a Puppet of the Scientist: The teacher guides students to prepare a "puppet" representation of the scientist using materials such as hangers, clothes, and other craft supplies, including the interview transcript.

5. Presenting the Interview: Students perform the interview script, taking on the roles of interviewer and scientist, using the puppet they created. The teacher facilitates the presentation, ensuring each student has a chance to participate.

6. Displaying the Works: The interviews, along with the puppet representations, are displayed in the school corridor or hall for others to view and enjoy.

"Questionnaire" - Suitcase and Garbage Bin Method

Setup: The teacher displays a picture of a suitcase and a trash can in the school corridor.

Procedure: Students are provided with markers to write their thoughts. On the suitcase, students write what they liked and what they remembered about the event. On the garbage bin, students write what they didn't like and what they think needs to be changed in the future.

Purpose: This allows students to provide feedback on the lesson in a descriptive manner, highlighting both positive aspects and areas for improvement.

Students are informed about the need to verify information.

Students will consider the responsibility of scientists for their inventions and their negative use by future generations.

1,5 hours

Natural Sciences, Astronomy

8-12 years old

●      Understanding the concept of AI

●      Understanding the function of Chat GPT

●     Understanding of the solar system, including the names of planets, the Earth's orbit around the Sun, and other celestial phenomena.

●    Developing inquiry skills by using ChatGPT as a research tool to explore specific topics or phenomena within the solar system and brainstorming questions to guide their exploration.

●      Developing communication skills by presenting their findings and artwork to their family or classmates

●      Developing collaboration skills and the capacity to work in small groups

1. Introduction: The teacher begins by engaging students in a discussion about their interests in space and the solar system. The teacher introduces the concept of artificial intelligence (AI) briefly, emphasising its role in enhancing learning experiences. The teacher explains that today's activity will focus on exploring the solar system with the assistance of ChatGPT, an AI-powered tool.

2. Understanding ChatGPT- Interactive session: The teacher introduces ChatGPT as a tool for accessing information about the solar system. The teacher logs in to ChatGPT and provides a brief demonstration of ChatGPT's capabilities, showing students how ChatGPT can be used to answer questions and deepen their understanding of the solar system.  For example, the teacher can ask "What are the names of the planets in our solar system?" or "How does the orbit of Earth around the Sun affect seasons?". The teacher then encourages students to actively participate by suggesting questions they would like to ask ChatGPT, focusing on aspects they are curious about. As ChatGPT responds to each question, the teacher fact-checks the information provided by referring to a textbook or reputable internet sources. This facilitates discussions about the accuracy and significance of the information.

3. Exploring the Solar System with ChatGPT: The teacher divides students into small groups and provides them with tablets or computers with access to ChatGPT. The teacher guides how to formulate clear and specific questions to deepen their understanding of the solar system using ChatGPT and instructs each group to explore specific topics that interest them. The teacher encourages students to ask questions related to their chosen topics using ChatGPT, considering what they want to learn more about or clarify. The teacher circulates among the groups to provide guidance and assistance as needed, focusing on facilitating their exploration of the solar system through questioning.

4. Reflection: The teacher brings the groups back together and has each group share some of the questions they designed for ChatGPT and the insights they gained through their exploration. The teacher facilitates a discussion about the process of exploring the solar system using ChatGPT as a research tool. The teacher emphasises the importance of critical thinking and inquiry skills in deepening understanding of the solar system, highlighting ChatGPT as one of many tools available for exploration.

5. Homework instructions for the students: The teacher asks students to choose a specific aspect of the solar system that interests them, such as a planet, moon, or celestial phenomenon. The students will use ChatGPT to ask at least three questions about their chosen topic, focusing on understanding its characteristics, significance, or related scientific concepts. The students have to write down the answers provided by ChatGPT for each question and create a visual representation (e.g., drawing, model, or poster) showcasing their chosen topic and the information obtained from ChatGPT. After that, the students will have to share their findings and artwork with their family or classmates, explaining the significance of their chosen topic within the solar system.

The assessment procedures for the activity involve the following steps:

●    Participation and Engagement: Observe students' active participation in asking questions, sharing ideas, and engaging in discussions, both individually and in groups.

●     Quality of Questions: Assess the clarity and relevance of the questions students design for ChatGPT, focusing on their ability to elicit meaningful responses and further exploration of the solar system.

●    Reflection Sessions: During reflection sessions, evaluate students' ability to articulate their experiences and insights gained from the activity, demonstrating their understanding of the solar system and the role of AI.

●  Homework Tasks: Review students' completion of homework tasks, focusing on the accuracy of recording ChatGPT's answers, creativity in artwork, and the clarity of information shared with peers.

●   Peer Assessment: Encourage students to provide constructive feedback to their classmates, assessing their ability to offer meaningful insights and suggestions for improvement.

Throughout the activity, it is essential to uphold principles of privacy and data protection, ensuring that student's personal information is safeguarded and that data collection adheres to relevant regulations. 

Educators must also be vigilant about potential biases present in AI algorithms, fostering awareness among students and encouraging critical evaluation of information to mitigate the impact of bias. Transparency and accountability are crucial, necessitating clear explanations of how AI chatbots function and the limitations of their capabilities, as well as empowering students to verify information from reliable sources. 

Additionally, promoting digital literacy skills and responsible use of technology is essential, emphasising informed consent, supervision, and the avoidance of harm in student interactions with AI chatbots. 

Furthermore, fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity is paramount, ensuring that interactions with AI chatbots align with principles of empathy, kindness, and tolerance. 

Continuous reflection and improvement are key, as educators must stay informed about ethical implications and best practices for integrating AI technology into educational settings, ensuring that the activity promotes responsible and ethical use of AI technology while fostering learning and critical thinking skills in students.