Blog #5

 

Blogging is not my favorite activity but I think it can be very useful. I don't necessarily like posting about daily opinions or experiences online, however it can bring some clarity to see the opinions and experiences of others. This is especially the case when they are in a similar position to you, and in this case, if they also want to be a teacher. Seeing the blog of those like you or in positions that you aspire to be in can help you along in your own everyday journey. 

My initial thought is that AI should be integrated within the k-12 setting in some way. It seems like AI is going to be a part of our future whether people want it to be or not. With this being the case, children should be educated on it. Teachers, as well, should be educated on how to make AI a tool instead of a mysterious tech entity. AI can be very useful in making daily tasks easier as well as a way to brainstorm and improve upon lessons plans.

I had Chat GPT write out the lesson plans that I wanted by setting a couple parameters and giving it the topic that I wanted to discus. It gave me very nice results, planning out a lesson that covered not only lecture based class time but also activity portions, collaborative assignments and other forms. At first, it did not set out the lesson to the length that I wanted it so I had it change that and it stretched out the lesson for a week. Next time, when I have more time, I might try to get even more specific about certain goals or activity ideas. 

I envision using Generative AI in my teaching practice to help me think of lesson plans and brainstorm ideas. To address ethical concerns, I would set some limitations for myself and my students. I think that AI can be really helpful in aiding people with their work, but it should not be a substitute for individual thought and creativity. Limitations can be placed to allow for aid in brainstorming or outlining but prohibiting plagiarism.