Human-Centered Teaching in the Age of AI 

Discover ideas, strategies, and resources for using AI to enhance meaningful, student-centered learning.

 

AI is powerful

BUT IT'S NOT HUMAN.

From articles and resources to PD opportunities, this page explores how AI can enhance teaching while preserving the irreplaceable human connection in education. 

ARTICLES

From mindset to practical strategies, these articles will help you innovate your classroom with AI. 

With AI, Do We Still Need Teachers?

Explore the purpose of school and essential role educators play in students learning and development.

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Teaching Students to Navigate AI-Generated Information

Teach students how to fact-check AI with the CRAAP Test and think critically about sources.

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Using AI to Enhance Project-Based Learning Units

Learn how AI enhances project-based learning by generating ideas, managing projects, finding partners, integrating subjects, and saving teachers time.

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Teaching Creatively Within Boxed Curriculum

Explore strategies to infuse creativity into teaching within a boxed curriculum, sparking stronger student engagement and more joyful teaching.

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The AI Dilemma in Classrooms: Ban or Adapt?

Artificial Intelligence is impacting classrooms whether we're ready or not. Banning it isn't the solution. Learn how educators can adapt, fostering creativity, reflection, and responsible AI use.

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Using AI to Design Lessons and Units

Here's how teachers can use AI to design engaging lessons and units.

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Design PBL Projects with ChatGPT

Here is a comprehensive guide and template to use ChatGPT to create engaging and authentic Project Based Learning projects.

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Keep It or Ditch It: A Litmus Test for School Technology

Not all ed tech improves learning. Schools must ensure new tools engage students, teach transferable skills, and make teaching easier—not harder.

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Why Artificial Intelligence Won't Cancel English Class

Artificial intelligence like ChatGPT will not eliminate the need for teaching writing and English class, and in fact, this technology could enhance the way we teach writing.

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FREE RESOURCES

AI PBL Prompt Guide

This guide will walk you through the steps of developing a Project Based Learning project using AI, from identifying relevant problems to creating thought-provoking driving questions, designing final products, and engaging authentic audiences, this free template will help.

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AI Lesson Plan Prompt Guide

This AI prompt guide helps teachers use AI Assistants like ChatGPT, Bing, or Gemini to develop engaging lesson plans.

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Harnessing AI: Workshops and Keynotes

Professional development designed to help educators leverage AI while keeping the focus on the human side of teaching.

Using storytelling, humor, and tested strategies, Trevor Muir delivers keynotes and workshops to help educators adapt their work to the needs of their students.  

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Keynotes 

  • Innovative Teacher Mindset

    Being different in education isn't about abandoning tradition but embracing what works while staying open to change. With the introduction of artificial intelligence, this is a mindset teachers need. It's one that encourages creative risks and continuous improvement, making educators adaptable in a constantly evolving world. Education demands innovation and a willingness to evolve to become a different kind of teacher. This keynote is about developing this mindset, strategies to employ it well, and using it throughout a teacher's career so they AND their students can thrive.

  • AI and the Ideal Graduate: The Essential Role of Educators in a Tech-Driven World

     As AI reshapes education, we face profound questions: Will it replace traditional classrooms? Do we still need schools in their current form? But before we dive into those, we must ask: What is the true purpose of school? It's not just about knowledge; it’s about shaping empathetic, resilient, collaborative individuals. AI is a powerful tool, but it can’t replace the human connection, passion, and guidance that teachers provide. In this keynote, we’ll explore how AI can enhance learning while reaffirming the irreplaceable role of educators in creating future-ready graduates.

  • Purposeful Technology to Create Authentic Learning

    Authentic learning leads to deeper learning. When used with intentionality, technology can help enhance authenticity and give tangible purpose to student work. This session is about how certain technologies can be used to enhance authenticity in the classroom, assist students in meaningful work, and teach them skills they will need the rest of their lives.

     

    Workshops

  • The AI Advantage

    In this keynote/workshop, educators will explore how to effectively integrate AI tools into the classroom to enhance teaching and learning. Participants will learn practical strategies for leveraging AI to support student engagement, personalize instruction, and improve learning outcomes. The session will also address common misconceptions about AI, provide hands-on demonstrations, and offer insights on how to navigate the challenges of using AI responsibly. 

  • Using AI to Design Epic Lessons and Projects

    The power of artificial intelligence meets educator creativity and expertise. This workshop is designed to assist teachers harness the potential of tools like ChatGPT to develop authentic & engaging lessons and learning units. Trevor will walk educators step-by-step to develop engaging and content-rich projects and lessons for students.

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Trevor's keynote was exactly what our teachers needed. They felt valued, empowered, and excited to try new things!

- Kelly Simmons, Principal, Arlington Public Schools

 I've saved countless hours and designed wildly creative lessons using what we learned in the AI Advantage workshop.

-Lisa Gonzalez, Teacher

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