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3.3 How can teachers stay in control as AI enters the classroom?
Teacher agency refers to the ability of educators to make informed choices, take purposeful action, and influence their teaching environment to achieve meaningful goals (Olsen & McIntosh, 2025). It’s not about doing whatever they want, but about using their judgment to do what’s best in their classroom.
(Olsen & McIntosh, 2025)
Teacher-First Mindset
Click on each image to explore how teachers lead with AI. Each section will give you an explanation of the principle behind the teacher-first mindset. You will find related questions below to help you reflect and apply what you have learned.
AI is a support, not a substitute.
AI enhances teaching, not replace it.
Teachers stay in control.
Teachers choose if, when, and how to use AI.
📽Video Run Time: 4:44 mins
Teacher expertise matters.
Teachers evaluate and guide AI use.
Teachers lead AI use with integrity.
Teachers model appropriate AI use.
📝 After watching the videos and reading the articles, answer the following in your Guided Overview.
1. Based on the video and articles you reviewed, how does teacher agency enable educators to make informed decisions that benefit their students? Be sure to cite the video or articles that support your response.
2. After engaging with the resources, what are some ways schools can support teacher agency while maintaining alignment with school-wide expectations and goals? Include at least one specific strategy or example from each of the three articles and one video to support your response.
You in Control: Using AI to Support, Not Replace
PLM Section 3.3 Final.mp4📽Video Run Time: 1:33 mins
📽Click to watch the video.
To wrap up the key points, this AI-generated video reinforces the core message of a teacher-first approach to AI integration. The video highlights key principles for using AI responsibly and effectively in the classroom:
AI supports, not replaces, teachers
Teachers stay in control of when and how AI is used
Educators evaluate AI outputs for accuracy and relevance
Modeling ethical AI use sets an example for students
Focus shifts from “What can AI do?” to “How can I use AI to serve my students?”
AI can personalize learning and support diverse needs
You have now completed all sections (3.1 to 3.3) under Objective 3. This concludes the third part of the module. Click 'Next' to proceed to the Wrap Up page.
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