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After reading this article, I believe it presents an optimistic and critical perspective on the use of AI and how it is transforming education. As an educator, I understand that it is a good tool, and I agree with Andrea Hinojosa. I believe that more than just using this tool, it makes our work much easier as teachers. I understand that if teachers were trained here in New Jersey, as in Santa Fe, I believe the class organization process would not be so lengthy. However, as the article states, this type of tool can also pose some challenges since it uses algorithms and lacks much control over student privacy. Although I do use the tool a lot to organize my ideas, I believe I can personalize teaching, free up time for individual attention, and improve educational equity. I can also adapt classes to the needs of some of my students. In conclusion, I think they are good tools; the only thing is that we must use them consciously and verify how students can benefit from them.

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AI tutors offer benefits in the classroom but like anything there are always concerns. AI tutors are transforming K-12 education by helping teachers enhance student learning while reducing their workloads. Tools like Class Companion and MagicSchool AI allow students to practice skills such as writing more frequently and receive instant feedback, even across language barriers. The instant feedback is what is so positive because teachers are stretched thin. The article says in districts like Santa Fe, AI tools are being used for reading and math instruction, freeing up teacher time for more personalized support. Which is a huge benefit. Studies show that AI can improve learning outcomes, especially in underserved communities. However, experts caution about risks including bias, data privacy, and overreliance on corporate-designed tools. While the benefits are promising, we as educators should implement AI carefully.

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AI is always a conversation throughout schools and classrooms. I think when it first started it had a very negative conversation around it but as time went on and we learned how much we can use it and ways to use it it become more positive. I found the article very interesting relatable to what I see in the classroom today. I never realize how much is AI and how much it make specific work and practice per student. In my placement classroom, we used a platform that creates learning paths has the students move along it and changes based on their scoring and what questions they answer. I never thought about it being AI. I also think AI is always tied with "cheating" or "just getting the answers" however I think there is so much more and more tied to tools. One of my most recent PD days was about AI and a platform called Magic School. It was very interesting and helpful to see how many different ways we could use it and in ways the students would love it and be fully engaged. I think there is many more things to further learn about AI but not everything surrounding the topic of it should be negative just as this article shows.

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I agree with teacher Hinojosa that I can no longer imagine teaching without the support of artificial intelligence tutoring. AI has truly changed the way we teach and learn. As one of the teacher mentions, AI makes it possible for students to practice writing more often and get immediate, detailed feedback, which greatly helps them improve. For multilingual students, AI has been particularly helpful in closing the language gap, allowing them to better express their understanding of the material.

Just like its mentioned in the article, I have noticed that AI has transformed the way we can offer personalized support to students. With the tools available now, I can provide students with more opportunities for individual learning and help them right when they need it. This would have taken a lot more time if done manually. Using AI has allowed me to spend less time grading and more time working directly with students, which is more beneficial for their growth.  AI has made teaching not only faster but also more effective. It allows me to give each student personalized support, regardless of their background or language proficiency. AI has truly transformed how we teach and has made learning experiences deeper and more accessible for every student.

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About halfway through reading the article I went to chatgpt and interrogated it because the concerns mentioned feel catered to open AI rather than educational. From what I've learned is yes AI can be biased because of the data feed to it. However, educational AI shouldn't have that bias because it should only be feed information about its function. For example if a program is used for reading then it should only have info on how to read (the science of reading, whole language) and strategies to help and corrections. Open AI like chatgpt doesn't need your personal information to learn your habits and provide personal feedback so why would educational AI? I think having AI tutors are an amazing tools that teachers can use to compliment their teaching and support struggling students. I can understand the concern around pedagogy for educational AI and so I believe creators should feed the AI a philosophy and pedagogues to use. Also, when advertising/marketing to schools and educators companies/creators must inform us of their philosophy.

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This article was really interesting, especially on how AI tutors are being used to support both students and teachers. One of the biggest takeaways for me was how AI is making instant feedback more accessible, which can really help students improve their writing and math skills without overwhelming teachers with grading. The way Hinojosa uses AI to enhance her AP history students’ writing practice stood out to me. Students can get multiple rounds of feedback before submitting their final work, which seems like a great way to refine their skills. I can see how this could be really helpful in other subjects too, especially in classrooms where teachers have a lot of students and not enough time to give individualized feedback to everyone.

I also thought it was important that the article discussed the potential downsides of AI in education. The concerns about bias in AI models and the influence of big tech companies on curriculum decisions are definitely things to think about. While AI can make learning more efficient, it’s crucial that educators stay involved in shaping how it’s used so that students from all backgrounds benefit equally. If AI tools are not designed or monitored carefully, they could unintentionally disadvantage students who need the most support, like English learners or those with learning differences. It makes me wonder how schools can ensure that AI remains a tool for equity rather than something that widens existing gaps in education.

Overall, the article reinforced the idea that AI has a lot of potential in education but it needs to be implemented thoughtfully. AI tutoring seems like a great way to supplement traditional teaching and help students take more ownership of their learning. But at the same time, it shouldn't replace the role of human teachers who provide the personal connection and deeper understanding that AI can't replicate. I’m curious to see more research on how AI impacts different groups of students, especially those from underserved communities, and how schools will navigate the balance between AI and traditional instruction.

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The article, "The New Teachers' Aides: AI Tutors," was very eye-catching and informative in regards to how classroom pedagogy is advancing as technology advances. I learned that AI tutors have the potential to transform education, but their use requires careful consideration. While I find it interesting that AI can help teachers provide instant feedback and support multilingual learners (especially in a district where there is a high amount of ELL learners), I worry about over-reliance on technology. The idea that AI can adapt lessons in real time is impressive, but it also raises concerns about who controls the curriculum, where they are getting their information from, and whether technology might replace important human interactions in learning. I also think the risks of bias and misinformation need to be taken seriously before fully integrating AI into classrooms. While AI can be a valuable tool, I believe it should be used as an enhancer and not replace those essential teacher-student connections.

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This article made me think about AI’s potential in the classroom in ways I hadn’t considered. As a student teacher, I know how hard it is to give every student immediate feedback, especially with large classes. AI tutoring could help by providing instant responses, which is especially useful in writing and math. I was particularly interested in how AI can support multilingual students, helping them express ideas in their home language and boosting their confidence.

However, I worry that relying too much on AI could limit students’ independent thinking. Teachers still play a crucial role in guiding students and ensuring AI tools are fair for all learners. In the future, I’d like to explore how AI can enhance learning while maintaining strong teacher-student connections. I see it as a tool for practice and support, but personal feedback and relationships will always be the heart of teaching.

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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this article, as it was refreshing to see a piece that highlights the advantages of AI rather than dismissing it outright. It reminded me of how people initially reacted to the introduction of computers, fearing they would make us lazy. In reality, computers have enabled us to accomplish far more than before. Similarly, I believe AI has the potential to enhance our capabilities rather than replace them. That said, I can’t help but worry that, as with any new technology, the burden on teachers might increase. Already overworked and underpaid, teachers could find themselves expected to take on even more responsibilities outside of teaching. AI should not become another source of pressure but rather a tool to alleviate it.

I agree with the other responses that AI should serve as a supportive tool, not a replacement for the essential role of teachers. It can be incredibly useful for tasks like lesson planning, drafting emails, or streamlining administrative work—areas that often consume valuable time. However, when it comes to direct teaching, I firmly believe that human interaction is irreplaceable. Just as I feel uneasy about teachers relying solely on YouTube videos to teach a concept, I think AI should not take over the core act of teaching. The connection, adaptability, and mentorship that a teacher provides are things no machine can replicate.

In short, AI has immense potential to support educators and enhance the learning experience, but it should be used thoughtfully. It should empower teachers, not overshadow them, and certainly not add to their already overwhelming workload. Direct teaching must remain in the hands of educators, where it belongs, while AI handles the tasks that free us to focus on what truly matters: our students.

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I love the idea of using AI in a classroom setting to an extent. We use AMIRA in my school and it is a very interactive form of AI that allows for students to practice reading. This tool allows my cooperating teacher and I to really see what skill my students are struggling with a go from there. I think using AI to check students work can also be helpful to see whew students are struggling and where the teacher needs to step in to offer support. AI shouldn't replace the teacher but I feel that it can really enhance the classroom setting. My step dad is a history teacher and he decide to create a lesson for his observation using AI. He was able to come up with a lesson that met the needs of his students. They offered ideas for differentiation and how to modify the lesson for his students who are multi language speakers.

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This article was a very interesting read and it got me thinking about how AI could benefit the classroom. On one hand, AI seems like a dream come true. In other words, it can give students instant feedback that teachers may struggle to provide with all their other responsibilities, help them practice more, and even assist teachers with managing their workload. I can see how it would be especially helpful for teachers with large or diverse classes while also being incredibly useful for ESL students to help overcome language barriers. However, I do have some concerns. Like anything else involving technology, there needs to be balance for it to be effective. What happens if the internet goes down or there’s a power outage? What if a school doesn’t have reliable access to these tools? This is reality and these are important questions we need to consider before becoming too dependent on it. Additionally, since AI is still fairly new, there are flaws like vague or incorrect feedback and biased responses. AI also needs to keep up with constant changes in information in order to stay accurate. These are critical factors we, as future educators, need to be aware of. Personally, I wouldn’t be opposed to using AI in the classroom, as it could benefit both myself, my students, and the classroom environment as a whole. However, the concerns I mentioned above are things to keep in mind when considering its use. If I implemented it, I would likely start implementing it slowly and use it as a secondary tool. Overall, I think AI has a lot of potential in education, but we need to be careful about how and when we use it. Balancing technology with traditional teaching methods will be key to helping students in the best way possible.

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The article "The New Teachers' Aides: AI Tutors" describes how artificial intelligence can used to benefit student learning in the school setting. After reading and from my own experience as a future educator, I see that many people are still so divided about artificial intelligence used in schools. As mentioned in the article, the reading program "Amira Learning" listens to children read and assesses their reading level through this. Students are provided catered instruction based on this AI tool. I think AI can be beneficial in this aspect, because it is very challenging for teachers to listen and work with each individual student and differentiate instruction towards them and their needs. Of course, there is error in AI technology as it is not up to date. As teachers, it is essential that we provide out students with factual and accurate information. If I were a teacher who had AI included in my curriculum, I would use it but I would use it with caution, honoring human errors occuring. I think AI is good to use in the workplace, but teachers should use it minimally. I think it can be a good tool to use for rubrics or lesson ideas. I recently saw a post on social media of a parent complaining that they were upset their child's teacher was using AI to grade their child's papers and wanted to know the ethical implications of this occurrence. Personally, this would cross the line for me because I think students deserve to receive genuine feedback from their teachers, not from AI technology especially on papers written by students. However, utilizing AI to assist with making rubrics, lesson ideas, and using as a tutor in the classroom are great tools to drive instruction. I do think that AI should be used as a tool, rather than a "teacher".

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There was something striking that struck out to me in this article, the article mentions in one cyber school network the goal is for technology to lead the class. I believe AI should be used as a tool, I personally think it is great and I can see all the ways AI can help teachers in the classroom but I don't think it should be leading the class. If AI is used as a tool it can be a great one but I still believe there are a lot of quirks to work out with AI, it is still new. I think AI should be used to save time not used to take over teaching. The article mentions AI helping with indvidual students learning needs which is very helpful but as educators we should be making sure our students needs are met, teachers should not be relying on AI to make lesson plans for them. I like the idea of students using AI for feedback but then you have to be concerned with plagiarism. I like the idea of students using AI for a resource but can you trust them 100 percent? That is a risk you as a teacher might have to take. I think AI is like the older generations google but it has taken off much faster then google. There will come a time when we don't know how we lived without, right now I think we are experiencing the AI learning curve, where we can pick and choose when to use it if it fits the situation.

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Since learning about the multiple uses on AI in the past few years, my curiosity and fascination continues to grow. Since staring student teaching, I have quickly realized just how paper work teachers have. Between grading tests and filling out paper work on student reading, writing, and math levels, it can quickly become overwhelming. My cooperating teacher always expresses how technology has made it much easier to grade tests, determine student growth, and monitor student progress. Similarly, the article states that before using technology, teacher would "...actually sit and
listen to every kid read to determine where the reading level was.” Romero goes on to explain that she would “...sit there for hours. It would take me a week to assess all my students’ reading."(Schultz 7) Now, with AI technology, this can be done almost instantly after completing an assessment. This opens up valuable teaching time for teachers. Of course, many are that are skeptical about the use of AI without realizing a lot of the software students are using daily is generated by AI. I believe it can be a beneficial tool, and it should be used as such. A TOOL. It should not replace teaching. I think if teachers are going to use it, it needs to be monitored. The article mentions that AI can be biased or provide outdated information, so it is important that teachers keep it under observation. This article taught me new ways that AI can be used in the classroom that really surprised me. As an educator, I do think I will be using AI as an aide, but it will not replace in person instruction. I believe having a balance can be beneficial for both the students and the teacher.

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I really liked this article because it made me think about how AI can help in the classroom in ways I hadn't thought of before. As a student teacher, I know how hard it can be to give every student the feedback they need right away, especially when there are so many students and not enough time. AI tutoring could really help by giving students instant feedback so they can fix mistakes and keep learning without having to wait. I think this would be especially helpful in writing and math, where practice and trying again are so important. One part that stood out to me was how AI can help multilingual students express their ideas. I’ve seen how language barriers can make it harder for students to show what they know, so having a tool that supports their learning in their home language could really boost their confidence. It made me realize how AI could make learning more fair for all students if it's used the right way. At the same time, I think it’s important to be careful. I worry that if we use AI too much, students might just follow what the AI says instead of thinking on their own. Teachers still need to guide students and help them understand how to solve problems, not just get the right answers. I also think it's important to make sure AI tools are fair and don’t treat students differently based on their background or how they learn. In the future, I want to explore how AI can support learning without taking away the personal connections between teachers and students. I could see myself using AI for practice activities or extra support, but I would still want to give students feedback myself on bigger projects. I believe technology can be helpful, but building relationships and creating a supportive classroom will always be the most important part of teaching.

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The article “The New Teachers’ Aides: AI tutors” talks about how teachers are using different AI tools to help students learn and make their own jobs easier. Being able to use AI in the class allows for teachers to create and have more practice sheets for students, and allows students to receive faster feedback. This can be especially helpful for students who are multilingual learners. While AI can help make learning more personalized and efficient, there are some concerns pointing at fair access and human connections. I think using AI tools in the classroom can be a game-changer for both teachers and students. These tools can help adapt to individual learning needs, and help students with specific skills. I have heard of an AI tool called Amira, which allows students to read stories to their computer. The tool listens and provides feedback on how the student is reading and tries to teach students the different skills that they missed. For teachers, AI can save them a lot of time by handling repetitive tasks and helping provide feedback on different assignments, while the teacher can have more meaningful connections with the students. I understand why some people may be scared of AI and think it is taking over the world, but I think if we can use AI alongside different tasks, it can help a lot. I personally would like to use AI in the classroom, but I wouldn’t introduce it right away. I would slowly try to incorporate it. Whether it be something small like grade assignments, or create fun interactive activities for students. Overall, I think AI can be very useful with certain tasks but I would not rely on just the information I get from it. (Making sure you double check your sources about important information is crucial.)

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As a student teacher in a bilingual classroom, I see both the potential and the challenges of integrating AI tutors into education. The article highlights the efficiency and support AI can provide, particularly in giving students immediate feedback on writing and math. For bilingual students, AI could be an incredible tool for language development, offering instant clarification on vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension. This could help bridge the gap for students learning in two languages and allow them to engage more deeply with academic content. However, there are also concerns. AI bias is a major issue, if the technology is not designed with multilingual learners in mind, it may misinterpret their responses or provide inaccurate corrections that hinder rather than support learning. Additionally, relying too heavily on AI for feedback could reduce human interaction, which is essential for language learners who benefit from real conversations and teacher guidance. Another concern is student data privacy, as AI systems collect and analyze personal learning information. In my future classroom, AI tutors could be a great supplement to instruction, helping students practice independently and providing me with real-time data on their progress. But I would be cautious about over-relying on them. AI should enhance, not replace, the human connection and cultural responsiveness that bilingual students need to thrive.

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AI in the K-12 classroom can get tricky. AI is a good tool when it is used responsibly. When it is used to review, reword, or answer questions during research, it is a good tool. However, when it is used as a tool for plagiarism, it becomes counterproductive. If districts want students to use it in the K-12 environment, they should take the time to properly train students on how to use AI as a tool for good. AI can meet the needs of students at a quicker pace than an educator. However, it lacks the experience that veteran educators have. It can prevent teachers from getting to know their students, learning habits, personality, and likes and dislikes. It removes the personal side from education. AI can help districts that lack resources and educators. However, that creates the possibility of over-reliance on a computer to do a human’s job.

Because AI is so reactive, I question how much of a true diagnosis or report of every detail can be provided to educators about their students. In terms of feedback and responses to an educator, how detailed is the information that educators receive? How often will an educator review the report and patterns of students, and how often will they have complete trust in AI and decide to not check reports and progress? The article touched on biases that AI takes on from the creators. How much of the reporting will include bias? Will AI have the same expectations for every student if it operates with known biases?

Two years ago, I watched a documentary on Netflix titled Coded Bias. The documentary is about how human biases showed up in coding and facial recognition algorithms. The documentary explained that no matter how advanced artificial intelligence is expected to be, it does not have the power to be unbiased at all times. The documentary shared examples of biases by using resumes and credit cards applications. If it is that simple for intelligence software to discriminate in simple areas, how much worse would it be when it comes to children’s education?

A few more negatives about AI are it cannot read emotions. Sometimes children struggle because of emotions, not because they are academically low. AI cannot prevent itself from being manipulated. Lastly, the article begs the question of who dictates pedagogy. The corporate part of companies is infamous for being out of touch with what is happening at the lower levels of their company and how their products function on a daily basis. Why would AI use be different?

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The growing discussion on teaching and AI has long been a topic of interest to me. As I’ve attended my clinical practices and education courses throughout college, I feel that I’ve been given the most up to date information on AI and how to use it in classrooms but also have been able to see how current teachers are given this information through trainings. From this, I have come to understand that not everyone is as adept at using AI in the room as others, and that while helpful, the idea of AI in classrooms is not and has not always been black and white.

In this article, I felt reading it over was a refresher of what I already have come to understand about AI in the classroom. While originally educators took a stark defense against it to say “No” and “Plagiarism” it’s since become more of a 50 - 50 on allowing students to use it to help create their work and utilize it as a tool for educators and in the creation of both lessons and worksheets. Students and teachers need to be careful with it in the same way one needs to be careful with a hammer and understand that each tool has a specific purpose that could negatively affect you if used incorrectly. For example, an AI assistant can be a one-to-one tool for a student, help evaluate them, give them tips, and save teacher's time. It can be a writing helper for emails, parent teacher conferences, lesson ideas, and in creating worksheets. Individualized AI tutors can even be used to help out ESL students and evaluate them according to curriculum! However, issues of data privacy, and the reduced need for critical thinking and human interaction can be a detriment to the room. Students confused with sounding out words might now be able to ask AI how to do it, how to spell it, say it, pronounce it for them. Maybe if they’re thinking of an essay idea, they’ll just put their brainstorming into it and use whatever the AI gives them for their essay without any need to test their mind. It’s a similar concept to the “Just google it” phrase often used in the 2000’s to early 2010’s. Additionally the concept of those online testing and curriculum programs out there that collect data on students to show teachers their understanding levels scare me a bit in what else that data may be used for. I would not as an educator want to expose my students' learning milestones and ranges online with a random company to use or sell to advertisers for marketing or targeted ads.

I believe AI can make our lives and students' lives easier, but only if used as a tool with the intended result of things like evaluation, feedback, and generation of content / questions. AI shouldn’t do all the work but help us do those things we only ever dreamed we could do to help students even more. Like using AI to help students behind to catch up with direct feedback as the rest of class can be taught the next lesson rather than having to pause for select student understandings. Or in producing extra worksheets or ideas for G&T students to do that are tailored towards their strengths and interests without spending hours trying to do so.

I already use AI in my class to help produce assessments relevant to content I want to teach, and in helping my language be more legible to students in 5th grade when it comes to teaching or talking about higher level concepts like in science. I never let AI take over my work but use it as a helpful tool to save me a little time and stress. And while I don’t know how well AI will work for other teachers who learn about it from their trainings, I’m sure I can show some of the other teachers I work with now how to use it in this way too.

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The use of AI has created a controversial debate among educators, and this article does a great job of explaining the potential benefits and negatives of its use. AI can be a great tool for students, especially when teachers have limited time to work individually with students. For example, the article mentions the program, Amira. It is an AI program that records students while they read and provides them with feedback. I am familiar with this program in particular because it was introduced to my placement school by a literacy coach. The coach highlighted many of the program’s benefits and how it can be applied in the classroom. For the most part, the teacher received the program well. However, it was understandable that there were some concerns about privacy issues. While AI offers great potential benefits, there is still skepticism around it. The article mentions one of the concerns being that it may not always provide the most up to date information. This is concerning since information is always changing so relying on outdated information is not a good way to teach students. Additionally, the article also mentioned that AI can have biases as it was created by humans and can reflect the biases they have. This is also concerning as these biases could potentially influence students’ learning in unintentional ways. Given these concerns, I believe that if I were a teacher who has the use of AI as part of the school’s curriculum program, I would carefully incorporate it into my classroom to support students while also monitoring it closely to ensure any issues with it are addressed. This way, I can try to ensure that AI can be used effectively and ethically in the classroom.

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AI in the classroom is always a topic for debate among teachers. Some teachers are all for it, while others are hesitant or simply want nothing to do with it. I am skeptical because it is still new, and I feel as if it came out of nowhere. I would not rely on something for my students that I do not have a lot of knowledge about. Even if it made my job a bit easier, I would not rely on AI when I don't know how it truly works. The article mentioned that AI could be biased against race, gender, status, etc. Humans are biased enough, and I do not want to add another layer of that in my classroom from technology. The article did mention how it can be used for ESL students, such as allowing the students to read into the microphone, and it gives them feedback on words or concepts they missed. Features like these would be beneficial to differentiate in the classroom, but I would not rely on AI to assess my students just to make my life easier. I want to assess them myself so I can see how they are performing and what mistakes they are making so I can figure out how to fix them. I would possibly use AI to have it give feedback to my students' papers to see if there was something I missed, and I could possibly ask AI for ways to practice the student's mistakes, but I want to recognize early on where students are struggling and not wait until they are done with writing their paper already. As a future educator, I know AI is inevitable, so I have to learn and adapt to its ways, but I don't see myself going out of my way to find new AI tools. There are pros to AI in every profession, but the possible cons concern and scare me a bit.

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The article "The New Teachers’ Aides: AI Tutors" was very insightful, especially given our technologically advanced society. It highlights how AI tutors are emerging as valuable tools for both students and teachers, enhancing the overall learning experience. As we navigate an era in which technology plays a significant role in education, understanding the potential of AI tutoring programs is crucial for future educators like me. These programs provide personalized learning experiences by offering instant feedback and tailored instruction. This is particularly beneficial in classrooms with diverse learning needs. For instance, students struggling with certain concepts can receive additional practice and explanations through AI programs, allowing them to learn at their own pace without feeling overwhelmed. This personalized approach helps bridge learning gaps, especially in subjects like math or reading, where individual support significantly impacts a student's academic growth. One of the most interesting points from the article is how AI tutors can assist teachers as "teaching assistants." As teachers face increasing demands and larger class sizes, these tools can help ease their workload. AI programs, for example, can grade assignments, track student progress, and provide instant feedback, thereby enabling teachers to concentrate more on interactive lessons, group work, or providing additional support to students who need it. Before reading this article, I had never considered how AI could serve as a supplemental resource for both teachers and students, which could help everyone in the classroom work more efficiently. While these programs are useful tools, I remain skeptical about them, particularly due to concerns regarding potential biases and data privacy issues associated with AI-driven educational tools. As a future educator, it is essential to be aware of these issues and advocate for the ethical use of AI in classrooms.