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Posts from the ‘Lesson Demo’ Category

Sep 3

Lesson Demo: Visual Storytelling

During the 2023 Summer Institute, Teacher Leader, Katy Mills explored the power of visual storytelling and how it can enrich reading and writing in the classroom. In this presentation, she defines what visual storytelling is, demonstrates practical ways to integrate it into literacy instruction, and invites participants to experiment with telling a story through images—whether as a photo essay or a comic.

Visual Storytelling as WritingDownload

Aug 6

Lesson Demo: Writing in the Classroom with AI

During the 2023 Summer Institute, Teacher Leader, Lauren Ferguson explored how to address Generative AI in the writing classroom. We are excited to share the slides she created. This resource guides teachers through:

  • Understanding what Generative AI is and why it matters for students today
  • Reflecting on how we feel about AI’s role in education
  • Trying out three writing activities that integrate AI in meaningful ways
  • Brainstorming possible uses — and concerns — for using AI tools in student writing

If you’re curious about practical ways to start the conversation about AI with your students, or if you’re looking for ideas to help them write more critically and creatively in an AI-influenced world, these slides are a great starting point.

Feel free to adapt them for your own classroom or professional learning community!

Writing in the classroom with AIDownload