Empowering Student Feedback and Critical Thinking with AI
Monday, June 30, 2025 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM · 1 hr. 30 min. (America/Chicago)
Poster
Artificial Intelligence
Information
Empower students by using their voice and explanation to foster critical thinking. Explore teacher-specific AI tools with interactive whiteboards, recording, and media integration to transform learning. Discover how these tools provide instant, continuous feedback on authentic student thinking, with inspiring examples across various content areas and grade levels.
Outline
In this interactive session, we will explore how AI tools like Snorkl, SchoolAI, and Class Companion are transforming teaching practices and fostering critical thinking in K-12 classrooms. Participants will see firsthand how these tools can support student feedback, personalized learning, and reflection, while also enhancing teacher-student engagement.
We’ll start with a brief overview of how our district has integrated AI tools to support everyday classroom activities, including interactive whiteboards and TCT Spaces for teacher feedback. From there, you’ll dive into hands-on activities where you can design AI-powered lessons, collaborate with peers, and explore how AI can support students' voices and critical thinking.
You’ll also have the opportunity to explore real-world examples of AI in action, discuss strategies for effective implementation, and leave with a concrete plan for bringing AI into your own classroom. Whether you’re a seasoned AI user or just getting started, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tools for empowering your students and enhancing your teaching practice.
Supporting research
"Visible Learning" by John Hattie, research on the impact of various educational strategies, including feedback, on learning outcomes.
John Hattie & Helen Timperley: Visible Learning and Feedback
Content Community
ISTELive
Subject Area
Teacher Education
Grade Level
PK-12
Audience
Technology Coach/Trainer
Session Delivery
In Person
Transformative Learning Principles
Ignite AgencyPrioritize authentic experiences
ISTE Standards
Coaches: Professional Learning Facilitator: Build the capacity of educators, leaders and instructional teams to put the ISTE Standards into practice by facilitating active learning and providing meaningful feedback.Educators: Facilitator: Foster a culture where students take ownership of their learning goals and outcomes in both independent and group settings.Educators: Facilitator: Create learning opportunities that challenge students to use a design process and/or computational thinking to innovate and solve problems.
Skill Level
Intermediate
Registration Required
No
Attendee Devices
Devices useful
Attendee Device Specification
Laptop: ChromebookLaptop: MacLaptop: PCSmartphone: AndroidSmartphone: iOSSmartphone: WindowsTablet: AndroidTablet: iOSTablet: Windows
Spotlight on Solutions
No
Additional Fee
No
Influencer Disclosure
This session includes a presenter that indicated a “material connection” to a brand that includes a personal, family or employment relationship, or a financial relationship. See individual speaker menu for disclosure information.
