Welcome to this Future Focused Session!

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What are Interactive Learning Tools?

Digital resources that transform your classroom by:

📚 Learning Content

Making concepts interactive and memorable

🎯 Student Engagement

Capturing attention and maintaining focus

⚡ Task Management

Streamlining classroom operations

📊 Formative Assessment

Making evaluation dynamic and immediate

🎲 Gamification

Adding fun and motivation to learning

🎨 Creativity

Inspiring innovation and exploration

Today's Journey

Discover how AI can help you create these tools quickly and easily!

Crafting Custom Interactive Learning Tools

An AI-Assisted Workflow for Educators

Classroom Learning Tools

Traditional Approach

Search the web for something that might work
Pay for software or hire a company
Learn coding

AI-Assisted Approach

Describe what you need → AI creates it → You refine it

Think of it as "conversational tool building"

You explain your classroom need in plain English

The result: Interactive HTML tools that work in any web browser - no special software needed!

Note: You may find varying success with different AI models. Today we will be using Claude.

Key Advantages for Teachers

No technical barriers - Focus on pedagogy, not programming
Rapid prototyping - From idea to working HTML tool in minutes
Infinite customization - Tailor everything to your specific students and context
Universal access - HTML works on any device with a web browser
Cost-effective - No need for expensive educational software subscriptions
Ownership - You control the data, design, and functionality

Examples in Action

General Classroom Tools

Science Bingo

Customizable educational bingo game

Class Dashboard

Comprehensive classroom management interface

Class Clock

Visual timer for classroom activities

Dice Roll

Random number generator for activities

Exam Timer

Assessment countdown timer

Flashcards

Digital flashcard system

Group Creator

Random group assignment tool

Guess the Word

Interactive word guessing game

Random Name

Student name selector

Timer

Customizable countdown timer

Science Learning Resources

2nd Line of Defence

Interactive immune system game

Activity Series of Metals

Interactive chemistry learning tool

Energy Transformations

Interactive energy conversion tool

Growing Crystals

Crystal formation simulation

Keywords - Cells

Cell biology vocabulary tool

Predator-Prey

Ecosystem interaction simulation

RGB Colour Mixer

Interactive color mixing tool

Sound Waves

Wave physics demonstration

The AI-Assisted Tool Building Workflow

Step 1: Identify the Problem

What classroom tool would save you time?
What learning resource would help your students?

Step 2: Describe Your Vision

Explain it like you're talking to a colleague
Include details about your students (age, class size, special needs)
Mention any specific features you want

Step 3: Iterate and Refine

Test the first version
Request specific changes: "Make it more colorful," "Add sound effects," "Include a reset button"
Keep refining until it feels right for your classroom

Your Turn to Create!

Choose Your Project:

Pick one tool that would genuinely help your classroom:

Beginner-Friendly Options

Class Timer - Countdown with custom messages for transitions
Random Selector - Names, questions, or activities with your class list
Interactive Quiz - Quick questions with instant feedback for your students

Intermediate Challenges

Behavior Points System - Digital rewards tracker
Revision Pack - Study materials with interactive elements

Advanced Ideas

Class Dashboard - Comprehensive classroom management interface
Curriculum Unit - Complete learning module with activities and assessments

Getting Started Prompts

Start with this phrase:

"I need to create an interactive HTML tool that helps me..."

Example completions:

"...randomly call on students but ensures everyone gets picked fairly"

"...track which students have turned in homework with a visual dashboard"

"...create groups of 4 from my class of 27 students"

"...run quick brain breaks with random activity suggestions"

Ready to get started?

Visit Claude.ai to begin creating your tools

🔗 claude.ai

Wrap-Up & Next Steps

Share Your Creation

Quick show-and-tell of what you built
What surprised you about the process?

Taking It Further

Start small: Pick one repetitive task to digitize first
Document your wins: Keep a list of successful tools for colleagues
Think beyond tools: What else could AI help you create? Complex apps, efficient workflows, and much more.
Collaborate: Share prompts and tools with your teaching team

Resources & Support:

• Session examples and starter prompts: http://bit.ly/4me2Yi0

• Email: j.jenkins@canterbury.qld.edu.au

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesdjenkins/

Remember: The goal isn't to become a programmer - it's to become a teacher who can quickly create exactly what your students need!