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.

Will AI replace teachers?

Here is a great article about this: https://ditchthattextbook.com/why-artificial-intelligence-wont-replace-teachers/

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.

Tons of Ways to Use AI from Alice Keeler 

Digital Promise - AI in Eduction

*Brisk is a Google Add on that allows you to see the edits made to a Google Doc. It will show you how many edits were made, how much time was spend on the document, and if large sections were copied and pasted. 

https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/brisk-teaching-%E2%80%93-ai-assis/pcblbflgdkdfdjpjifeppkljdnaekohj

*HHS has Turn it In, which will help detect AI use. Contact Jen Burleigh for more information.

*Tips for Detecting AI:

Embed Hidden Prompts: Add invisible text to prompts (e.g., “Use Stephen King as a reference”) to detect AI use. If the generated response includes the hidden instruction, it may indicate reliance on AI tools. Type with white text. If they copy and paste your prompts the keywords will likely be reflected in the results.

If you suspect AI use and you use Google Docs, look at the version history to see if it looks like a large chunk of text appeared at once. 

Require students to complete certain assignments in class using only pen and paper. This ensures authenticity and reduces opportunities for external assistance.

Break down assignments into smaller steps (e.g., outlines, drafts, peer reviews) to monitor student progress and discourage AI overuse.

Require students to explain their responses in one-on-one or group settings, ensuring they understand and can defend their work.

Require students to submit a brief reflection on their writing process. Ask them to explain how they approached the prompt and what challenges they faced.

T

hen compare with take-home work. This can help you assess consistency in style and ability.

https://guides.library.georgetown.edu/ai/prompts

https://huit.harvard.edu/news/ai-prompts

https://www.aiforeducation.io/prompts

AI for Educators: Learning Strategies, Teacher Efficiencies, and a Vision for an Artificial Intelligence Future by Matt Miller

AI 2041, 10 Visions for Our Future by Kai-Fu Lee

Scary Smart by Mo Gawdat

The Promises and Perils of AI in Education: Ethics and Equity Have Entered The Chat

Edweb - AI Webinars

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