West Jordan – In a futuristic initiative, teachers in the Jordan School District are incorporating artificial intelligence into their classrooms.
More than 2,000 teachers in the district now use School AI. It’s a program that has grown from a one-year pilot phase to widespread adoption by two-thirds of the district’s teachers, other districts across the state and nationwide.
Andrew Holmes, a teacher at West Jordan Middle School, was one of the first teachers to test the student AI and was instrumental in fine-tuning the program for education during its pilot. It made developers aware of the needs of teachers in classrooms and how it could best benefit students and teachers.
Jordan School District Superintendent Anthony Godfrey describes school AI as “a tutor for every student and a classroom assistant for every teacher,” emphasizing its critical role in shaping the K-12 educational landscape. Gives.
Holmes, demonstrating the transformative impact of AI, states, “Now I’m not just using it to bounce ideas around; I’m using it to create assignments that are loaded with analysis.”
The program replaces traditional memorization and worksheets, showcasing advanced AI approaches in the classroom.
Highlighting the broader perspective, Holmes says, “As a teacher, I can’t expect my kids to memorize every little fact. Hopefully, I can make them use these tools a little better. I can teach.”
Holmes is using school AI in his classroom. (KSL TV)
This sentiment, he said, underlines the educational philosophy of preparing students not only with information but also with the skills to effectively navigate and analyze information.
With more than 2,000 teachers volunteering to integrate AI into their classrooms, Godfrey said the Jordan School District stands as a trailblazer in educational transformation. He expressed excitement about the continued evolution of AI’s role, envisioning its potential to further enhance classrooms.
During this transition journey, safety concerns on the part of parents abound. To address these concerns, School AI ensures strong data protection measures, providing a safe environment for students to explore and learn about AI.
According to the School AI developers, this commitment to safety aligns with the broader educational goal of fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, with teachers at the center of the classroom experience.
As AI continues to revolutionize education, the Jordan School District hopes to serve as a promising example by successfully integrating technology while prioritizing student well-being and academic growth.
The district hopes that the combination of innovative tools and dedicated educators will set the stage for a future where AI and education coexist seamlessly, preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow.