In today's swiftly changing educational environment, maintaining motivation, engagement, and enthusiasm in the classroom is increasingly challenging. Artificial Intelligence offers a range of opportunities and challenges and is becoming a powerful influence in both professional and personal domains. Consequently, it is essential for educators to grasp the full scope of AI's implications and applications to appropriately manage this technological transition. The latest edition of the course “ChatGpt and AI for teachers: Artificial Intelligence in schools and education” took place in Rimini from 16/06/2024 to 22/06/2024. The participants came from all across Europe, with Rut and Pablo from CEPA Teresa Enríquez in Spain, Ana Isabel and Sofia Maria from Agrupamento de Escolas de Campo Maior in Portugal, Mariem from Elisa Lemonnier in France and Linus, Arash and Ågot from Innovitaskolan Johannberg in Sweden. To begin with, the group explored the concept of Artificial Intelligence, tracing its evolution, impact, and current state. They reviewed significant milestones in AI development, from the inception of basic machine learning algorithms to the advent of advanced neural networks and deep learning models. The conversation also covered AI's implications across various sectors, particularly education. Participants looked at practical examples of AI applications, learning how AI can enhance administrative efficiency and tailor learning experiences to individual needs. On the following day, the course focused on ChatGPT and language models. Participants explored the importance of crafting effective prompts and learned the key elements for creating good prompts for an AI textual model. Through practical exercises and group challenges, they generated prompts and practiced together, refining their skills to get the most accurate and useful responses from ChatGPT. Additionally, the group delved into the ethical implications of AI, learning about critical issues such as algorithmic bias, privacy concerns, and the importance of the sources. Artificial Intelligence has increasingly been incorporated into numerous educational tools. The participants were introduced to a variety of AI-driven digital resources that teachers can use to create instructional materials, share collaborative boards with students, and design engaging content and presentations. They also explored how these tools can support differentiated instruction, accommodate diverse learning styles, and offer real-time feedback to improve student learning outcomes.
Another focus was on AI tools for formative assessment and feedback. Participants learned how AI can streamline the assessment process, providing instant feedback and actionable insights into student strengths and areas of improvement. They explored the creation of rubrics, feedback, exit tickets and tools that analyze student progress to offer personalized feedback. Throughout the course, participants exchanged best practices and discussed challenges with fellow colleagues and course trainers about the future of teaching and education in the AI era. This collaborative environment enabled participants to learn from each other’s experiences and gain new perspectives on integrating AI into education. Discover more about this course here. |
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