In this new series, we will hear from a series of experienced teachers and leaders to give us 5 essential takeaways on key topics in international education. In this first episode, John Dolman, The AI English Teacher shares his 5 takes on AI for Inclusivity and how to best utilise AI to support all learners.
5 Takes...
- Differentiating Reading Material- the first easy win Any LLM like ChatGPT - acting in the role as an expert teacher skilled in differentiation. Great platforms like Diffit - are specifically built for differentiation. Differentiation is a proven pedagogical technique.
- Text to Image - visualisation for access Creating visualisations of place and character. Helping students create their own descriptions through prompts - Canva is free for schools and has advanced image generation built-in.
- Gamification - making learning more accessible Multiple choice questions - easy to make with LLMs, quick prompts. Any other quick quiz formats too. Quizizz - a brilliant platform for delivering gamified learning, has inbuilt differentiation. Interactive scenarios: Get LLMs to act as ‘dungeon masters’ and take students through scenario-based activities.
- Voice to Text Much better now than old voice typing. Mobile platforms available meaning recording on devices - Otter AI, Audio Pen. Put transcripts into an LLM and turn them into something else.
- Personalised Tutors Using platforms like Brisk and Mizou (both GDPR compliant) personalised tutors and guardrailed chatbots can work as assistants for students. These can be used for extension as well as scaffolding - inclusion means working with G&T too.
Links
The AI English Teacher Blog
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