AI in Education

Using AI to Teach Writing: A Middle School Teacher's Perspective

• Aida Hadzovic is an innovative middle school English teacher who has used AI tools to teach writing.
• She was initially hesitant about using AI but found it to be a game-changer in terms of her approach to teaching and writing.
• Hadzovic uses Project Topeka, an AI program that provides real-time feedback to students to support argumentative writing skills.
• She emphasizes the importance of the writing process and how AI tools can help students with revision and understanding the importance of evidence.
• Hadzovic uses AI tools to personalize instruction for English language learners and other students who may need visuals or a lower reading level.
• She believes that personalized learning is essential for every student and that AI tools make it more obtainable.
• Some students initially expressed concerns about using AI in the grading process, but Hadzovic explains how AI works and how it can be used to improve writing.
• She believes that giving all students the opportunity to experience AI is the first step in making learning equitable and encourages open discussions about bias and critical thinking.
• Hadzovic sees AI playing a significant role in the future of teaching writing skills, as it can be used as a revising and editing tool for students and increase efficiency for teachers.
• She emphasizes the need to teach students to use AI responsibly and to question more critically, rather than relying solely on AI tools.
• Digital Promise is an organization that works with AI in education and provides resources for teachers to incorporate AI into their teaching practices.
• Hadzovic's interdisciplinary approach to teaching writing with AI tools highlights the potential for technology to support and augment classroom teaching.