Assigning AI: Seven Ways of Using AI in Class

The incredible promise of AI as a way for students all over the world, of all ability levels, to learn is undeniable. Education is the most powerful system we have for increasing social mobility, unlocking potential, and improving lives. A tool that can help with this has tremendous implications. Plus, students are already using AI for direct help. Teaching them how to do it responsibly may alleviate some of the negative implications of our AI moment.

So, we have a new paper that tackles ways that students can be assigned to use AI directly. We don’t shy away from the dangers, but provide detailed instructions on how students and instructors can think about each of the tools we suggest. We also outline the critical role of the teacher in the application of AI. You can read it here,...

The incredible promise of AI as a way for students all over the world, of all ability levels, to learn is undeniable. Education is the most powerful system we have for increasing social mobility, unlocking potential, and improving lives. A tool that can help with this has tremendous implications. Plus, students are already using AI for direct help. Teaching them how to do it responsibly may alleviate some of the negative implications of our AI moment.

So, we have a new paper that tackles ways that students can be assigned to use AI directly. We don’t shy away from the dangers, but provide detailed instructions on how students and instructors can think about each of the tools we suggest. We also outline the critical role of the teacher in the application of AI. You can read it here, but I also want to provide a few details, including some prompts you can use.

Also prompts! And things to watch out for!