Reflections on the Introduction
The other night I was up late grading assignments until dawn, and I couldn't take it anymore, so I started researching various AI education tools. To my surprise, this research left me so shocked that my sleepiness completely vanished! AI has become so powerful now - not only can it help me grade assignments, but it can also analyze students' answer patterns and provide personalized suggestions. As a young teacher who's only been working for two years, I was as excited as if I'd discovered a new continent. I remember when I first started working, it took at least two to three hours to grade one class's assignments. Now with AI assistance, I can finish in an hour, and the grading quality has even improved.
That night I excitedly messaged my colleague Xiao Wang to share this discovery. Surprisingly, she was also researching these tools. We chatted for an entire night, discussing the possibilities these new technologies bring. Honestly, as post-95s generation, we naturally have an affinity for new technology, but this experience still left us incredibly delighted.
Learning Experience
Speaking of learning experience, the changes now are truly tremendous. I remember when I was in school, if I got stuck on a math problem, I could either search through books for answers or wait until the next day to ask the teacher. Sometimes I'd spend ages looking through books and still couldn't find similar example problems - it was so frustrating! But now it's different - tools like MathGPT are absolute lifesavers. They don't just give you the answer; they explain the solution process in a way that best suits your thinking habits.
A few days ago, I had my students try MathGPT, and the results were excellent. One student, Xiao Li, who had always struggled with math, came to me after using this tool saying he finally understood quadratic functions. It turned out that MathGPT used a game-like approach to transform abstract function concepts into concrete visual changes, helping him find his learning groove. What touched me most was when he said he's no longer afraid of doing math problems because he has this "teacher" he can consult anytime.
I also tried the Smartick math learning platform myself, which amazed me even more. It seems to read students' minds - when you solve problems correctly in succession, it appropriately increases the difficulty to maintain interest; when you make frequent mistakes, it reduces the difficulty to avoid frustration. I remember a student telling me that after using this platform for a month, their math score improved from 70 to 85.
The most magical part is its data analysis function. It generates detailed learning reports showing which knowledge points students are weak in and need more practice. As a teacher, I can adjust my teaching plans based on these reports. Previously, we judged students' learning situations based on experience, but now with data support, teaching effectiveness has improved significantly.
I've also noticed an interesting phenomenon - many students have started organizing "AI Learning Groups" on their own. They explore these tools' usage techniques together and share insights. Sometimes they even discover features I didn't know about, which is really heartwarming. Students are no longer passive receivers but have become active explorers.
Writing Assistance
The changes in writing are also tremendous. Today's AI writing assistants are like having a writing mentor by your side. Conch AI, which I've been using recently, is particularly powerful. It not only helps structure article frameworks but also provides relevant research materials and even offers suggestions based on different writing styles.
One student, Xiao Zhang, previously always struggled to organize his thoughts when writing essays, with scattered ideas throughout. After using Conch AI, it helps him organize his thoughts by asking what core points he wants to express, then guides him step by step in developing his arguments. His recent essays have become much more structured and content-rich.
However, I must emphasize one point here. While these AI tools are indeed powerful, they primarily help us organize thoughts and provide writing materials. True creativity and emotional expression still must come from ourselves. I often tell students to treat AI as an intelligent assistant rather than becoming completely dependent on it.
I remember once when a student used AI to generate an essay - although the writing was fluent, it felt like something was missing. Later, when we analyzed it together, we realized what was missing was personal genuine feelings and unique insights. Since then, I've suggested that students first write their own drafts, expressing their real thoughts, then use AI tools for optimization and refinement.
Classroom Innovation
Classroom teaching has become increasingly interesting now. When I first started teaching, classroom interaction was basically just questions and answers. Now with AI tutor systems like Khanmigo, classes have become more lively and engaging.
The most impressive thing about this system is its ability to respond to students' questions in real-time. For example, when teaching physics, if students don't understand the concept of force, Khanmigo immediately generates a vivid animated example to visualize the abstract concept. I remember once when teaching about friction, the system simulated a skiing scenario, and students immediately understood the difference between static and kinetic friction.
Study Fetch platform is also particularly useful. It's like having a personal coach for each student, adjusting content according to their learning pace. Some students prefer learning through videos, some are better suited to reading text, some need more practice - the platform can meet all these different needs.
What moves me most is seeing the changes in students. Previously in class, some students would always be distracted, but now everyone can find their suitable learning method, and classroom participation has noticeably improved. There's a student in my class, Xiao Wang, who used to sit quietly in the back row and rarely spoke up. After using these tools, because he could preview on the platform first, he became more confident in class and frequently volunteers to answer questions.
These changes are evident not just in the classroom but also in after-class learning effects. Previously when assigning homework, some students would complete it carelessly. Now through these intelligent platforms, I can see each student's learning trajectory, knowing where they spent time and which areas need strengthening. This kind of data analysis makes my teaching more targeted.
Future Outlook
Looking at these changes, I often imagine what future classrooms will look like. Perhaps every student's desk will have an intelligent terminal for communicating with AI teaching assistants anytime. Classroom walls might all be smart screens that can transform into various scenes based on teaching content. For example, when teaching ancient history, the entire classroom could become a scene from that era, allowing students to experience history immersively.
However, no matter how advanced these technologies become, they can't completely replace teachers' roles. Because education isn't just about knowledge transmission, but more importantly about value guidance and character formation. This is something no AI can replace. I think the role of future teachers might change, transforming from knowledge transmitters to learning guides and life mentors.
We have a student in our class who has always had good academic performance but is somewhat introverted and doesn't socialize well. Although AI can help solve his learning problems, developing his social skills and building confidence still requires teacher guidance and care. This makes me more convinced that future education will definitely be a perfect combination of artificial intelligence and humanistic care.
Practical Suggestions
For those who want to try these tools, my suggestion is to progress gradually. You can start with some basic tools, like using Grammarly to improve English writing. This tool not only corrects grammar mistakes but also provides writing suggestions to help improve accuracy and fluency.
Bao Yue AI is also particularly suitable for beginners. It can help you quickly extract main content from articles and generate mind maps, especially suitable for making study notes. One of my students used this tool to organize the key content of their Chinese textbook into knowledge networks, significantly improving learning efficiency.
When using these tools, it's important to develop correct usage habits. Don't immediately think about letting AI complete all work for you, but rather use it as a learning aid. For example, when writing essays, you can use AI to help organize outlines, but the specific content still needs your own thinking and creation.
I suggest making an "AI Learning Plan" for yourself. The first week can be spent familiarizing yourself with a tool's basic functions, the second week trying more in-depth applications, and the third week summarizing usage experiences and seeing which aspects still need improvement. This gradual progression is the way to truly master these tools.
Final Thoughts
This period of practice has made me deeply realize that AI is changing education in unprecedented ways. It's not simply digitalizing traditional education, but creating entirely new learning methods and teaching models. Whenever I see students becoming interested in learning because of these tools, I feel particularly gratified.
As a young teacher, I'm especially fortunate to be in this era. These new technologies not only make my teaching work more efficient but also give me more time to focus on each student's personalized needs. Although adapting to new tools sometimes presents challenges, seeing students' progress makes it all worthwhile.
I believe that in the near future, these AI education tools will become more widespread and refined. But no matter how technology develops, the essence of learning never changes: it requires our time and effort, our curiosity and spirit of exploration. Let's create a better educational future together in this era full of possibilities.
What do you think? Feel free to share your experiences and feelings using these tools. Perhaps your experience will inspire others, letting us discover more possibilities together in this new era of AI education.
