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Using Chatbots to Save Teacher Time
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Teachers spend lots of time derailed by the busy work of the classroom. With chatbots, teachers can easily spend less time with the busywork and more time with the actual teaching. There are new ones introduced all the time. OTAN SME’s are constantly using and updating their list. See the links below for more on some favorites.
Khanmigo
Microsoft’s addition to saving teacher time with AI, comes in the form of Khanmigo. Teachers can log in for free. Once an account is created, there are plenty of tools including but not limited to Exit tickets, a Chunk text, Leveler for different reading proficiencies, a SMART goal writer, and a Make it relevant tool to boost student engagement. Khanmigo now integrates cost free into the Canvas LMS too.
Add Khanmigo into your Canvas account with assistance from this Teacher Guide: How to use the Khanmigo Teacher Tools in my Canvas account?
Magic School
Audrey Dierdorff, OTAN SME
Here is where the rays of light come from the heavens and illuminates MagicSchool.AI MagicSchool was created to alleviate teacher burn-out by creating easy to use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools for lesson planning, differentiation, assessments, and more.
TWEE
Kristi Reyes, OTAN SME
At the time of writing, Twee provides more than 25 free AI tools designed specifically for English teachers. Users can create entire lessons for reading and vocabulary, breaking news, or listening based on a video within just a few minutes.
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