Generative AI Tools for Education: SchoolAI

This is part of my larger series on education tools using AI as well as the broader conversation on AI tools for education.

I have been reticent to share much here on the generative AI explosion with so many folks diving headfirst into tools or into fears. And with so many ethical and equity considerations, I think it is crucial to get into AI literacy first. We have our own courses for teachers in NYC, but for other folks, I recommend Google’s Generative AI for Educators beginner course, Common Sense Education’s AI Literacy Lessons, and the curriculum supplied by Day of AI.

Overview

Since the first public drop of Chat GPT, folks have been stumbling over themselves to become the go to source for AI in business, government, and education. And it has spawned a bevy of posts and books by supposed ‘AI experts’. Thankfully I am not that. But there are a wide array of edtech tools that have begun integrating generative AI into their systems and even more brand new tools that have popped up with AI in their name.

It is right be skeptical of those tools for an array of reasons as many will likely either get bought up into another platform or will go the way of our beloved Flipgrid, essentially extinct. But I think SchoolAI is worth taking the time to get to know since it isn’t just students generating content, but it is instead students engaging in virtual Socratic method which fosters critical thinking. So let me go through some of what it can do and why you should try it (after all student privacy requirements are ensured).

SchoolAI Intro

Let’s begin with an introduction of what SchoolAI is and why it could be useful for your school. These videos are all pretty short to get you engaged with the platform quickly. Explore more of their spaces and tools.

SchoolAI Privacy

Another important consideration is whether a platform maintains student privacy. You can see SchoolAI’s privacy commitment.

Exploring History

One of the most interesting ways to use SchoolAI is to explore historical figures. But instead of a conversation where questionable information is solely generated, this is a conversation where students answer the questions posed at their level.

Career Planning

SchoolAI also offers spaces to help students with career planning and interview preparation.

Building Curriculum

The generative tools in SchoolAI though can always be helpful too to create content you need for your classes.

SchoolAI for Leaders

It isn’t just a space for teachers. It can be a space for school and district leaders to expedite planning, aid in professional learning, and more.