Key Takeaways:

• The article highlights five practical ways educators can use AI to strengthen teaching and learning this school year:
  • Create an AI toolkit, choosing the right platform for each teaching task.
  • Use AI to differentiate instruction while maintaining high expectations for every student.
  • Make AI a learning partner that encourages students to think, revise, and problem-solve.
  • Build AI literacy by teaching students to spot bias, verify outputs, and use the technology responsibly.
  • Use AI to automate routine tasks, freeing up more time to build relationships and foster student belonging.