DiscoverSTAR NET Regions I&III PodcastAI: Friend or Foe
AI: Friend or Foe

AI: Friend or Foe

Update: 2025-08-04
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In this episode, we discuss the use of AI in preschool classrooms.  We highlight some of the different tools out there, such as Large Language Models (ChatGPT, Gemini, etc) and MagicSchool.ai.  We discuss ways to use these tools to support lesson planning, classroom environments, IEP development, BIP development, and writing Social Stories.  Take a look at the resources listed below to see examples.


Resources

Beginning of the Year Lesson Plan with Paraeducator Guide

Fire Drill Social Story - Text only

Planning Based on Classroom Picture of Materials

Preschool Teacher Persona Template

AI Can Save Teachers Time and Stress.  

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