5 Ways to Use AI Powers for Good in the ELA Classroom [S6 E189]

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When AI first came on the scene in a big way, there was a lot of panic. In the world of education, there were (and still are!) concerns about how it could make cheating easier for students. In fact, we even recorded a previous episode about tackling the threat of AI. However, we all know it’s here to stay and we’ve learned that there are lots of positive ways that AI is changing the classroom.

Today we’re sharing four ways that you can use AI for good in the ELA classroom. It’s really exciting to think about all the ways AI can be used to better engage students, have some fun, and be creative. Instead of avoiding these tools, let’s embrace them and leverage them to empower our students!

We hope this episode gives you some ideas for new ways to use AI in your secondary classroom! Do you have a favorite way to use AI? Let us know on Instagram @bravenewteaching.com!

Topics Discussed:

  • The additional pressures that AI is creating

  • Creating boundaries with students in regard to AI in the classroom

  • How we’ve used ChatGPT in our classrooms, and ideas for the future

  • Examples of how you can use Canva AI with your students

  • Using Character.ai for creative writing or narratives (disclaimer: could get weird!)

  • Trying out Riffusion to create songs as a teaching tool

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