We are getting very close to unveiling an exciting new course by the start of next week, and we’re thrilled to give you a sneak peek into what it’s all about!

Designed #ForTeachers, this course also introduces fresh and original approaches to homework that students will find both challenging and captivating—especially in a world where AI can sometimes make shortcuts too tempting. Our goal is to create assignments that are not just more engaging but also meaningful and appealing to everyone involved—students, teachers, and even parents. By blending creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge AI tools, we’re reimagining homework as a transformative learning experience.

What are they? Here are 5 ideas:

1. Infographics

• Why: Infographics challenge students to synthesize information visually, enhancing both research and critical thinking skills.
• Example Topics:
  • “The Effects of Climate Change.”
  • “Key Historical Events in the 20th Century.”
• Tools:
  • Canva or Piktochart for design.
  • ChatGPT for brainstorming and organizing ideas.
• Activity Add-on: Host a gallery walk where students showcase and explain their infographics.

2. Video Creation

• Why: Combining creativity with technical skills engages students deeply in their subjects.
• Example Assignments:
  • Create explainer videos about AI tools.
  • Reenact historical events.
  • Develop “how-to” tutorials for science or math concepts.
• Tools:
  • Video creation platforms like Synthesia or Animoto.
  • ChatGPT for scripting and storyboarding.
• Activity Add-on: Organize a class “film festival” with awards like “Most Creative.”

3. Interactive Quizzes and Games

• Why: Designing quizzes fosters deeper understanding and creativity.
• How:
  • Use platforms like Kahoot! or Quizizz.
  • Create educational games with Scratch and AI integrations.
• Activity Add-on: Arrange a peer exchange where students take and review each other’s quizzes.

4. Debates

• Why: Debates develop research, critical thinking, and public speaking skills.
• Example Topic: “Should AI have limits in education?”
• AI Tools:
  • ChatGPT for generating arguments and counterarguments.
  • Research tools like Perplexity.ai.
• Activity Add-on: Host live debates or record video submissions.

5. . Collaborative AI Prompt Library

• Why: Encourages collaboration and teaches students how to design effective AI prompts.
• How:
  • Assign tasks where students create prompts for summarizing topics or generating creative dialogues.
  • Compile prompts into a shared class library for refinement and reuse.
• Outcome: Enhances understanding of AI’s potential while improving communication skills.

Homework no longer needs to feel like a routine chore. With AI tools like ChatGPT, it can become a transformative and exciting learning experience as it always was supposed to be.