Part Three: How to Navigate AI in Your Own Classroom
This blog post breaks down the AI integration framework I developed for my own classes. Here is the current iteration of my framework: With this framework, I sought to create an intuitive document that was responsive to our students' learning needs, teachers' professional autonomy, and the BC Ministry's guiding documents on AI. It's very much a living document: I frequently adjust and refine it as my understanding of AI deepens. I don't claim to be an expert of anything, let alone AI technology, so I seek out the expertise of thought leaders on the subject. My first inspiration came from the West Vancouver School District's graphic that identified four levels of AI use in education: No AI Permitted, Idea Starter, Feedback Helper, and Work Partner (see image below). Their clear wording provides an effective overview for how teachers can conceptualize AI use in their own classroom. Educational jurisdictions across the world appear to be delineating AI...