AI - Artificial Intelligence
What is AI?
Is is the ability of a computer or machine to do things that would normally require human intelligence. ~Matt Miller, Ditch That Textbook.
Is it new?
NO! Have you ever run a spell check, grammar check, followed a route suggested by maps on your GPS, used predictive text on your phone, seen targeted ads.... That's all AI!
Will AI replace teachers?
Here is a great article about this: https://ditchthattextbook.com/why-artificial-intelligence-wont-replace-teachers/
What are some limitations of AI and AI generators?
In short, these tools are only as good and accurate as the data fed to it for it to "learn." Be aware that there could absolutely be incorrect information and bias present.
What are some of the positive features of AI (from the teacher standpoint)?
AI tools provide us with starting points and ideas. They help us find ways to work "smarter." AI tools can help provide everything from potential lesson ideas to differentiated texts.
What are some tools teachers can use?
My current favorite is magicschool.ai. Here is a video explaining it!