AI in St. Mary’s N.S. Thomastown
Video Overview
Mark Delahunty, a sixth-class teacher and Digital Learning Coordinator at St. Mary’s N.S., shares how AI can be used to support teaching and learning in his large rural school. He emphasises the importance of critical thinking and digital literacy and describes how AI can be used to help tailor lessons to pupils’ interests and abilities, while also getting the most out of planning time.
Description
He places a strong emphasis on digital literacy, with AI playing a central role in creating personalised and inclusive learning experiences. He describes how AI tools can help teachers tailor content to pupils’ needs, enhancing engagement and accessibility. The school also focuses on teaching pupils to evaluate AI-generated content, spot misinformation, and understand digital safety. While AI can be used to improve efficiency, there is a conscious effort to balance automation with creative, hands-on learning. Mark highlights the benefits of AI, like time-saving but also cautions against overreliance, diminished critical thinking, and inequality in access.
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Digital Learning Framework
This video supports the following statements of the Digital Learning Framework (DLF):
Teaching & Learning (1 Learner Outcomes)
1.1 Pupils enjoy their learning, are motivated to learn and expect to achieve as learners
Pupils use appropriate digital technologies to foster active engagement in attaining appropriate learning outcomes.
Pupils use digital technologies to collect evidence and record progress.
1.2 Pupils have the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes required to understand themselves and their relationships
Pupils have a positive attitude towards the use of digital technologies and are aware of possible risks and limitations.
Pupils understand the potential risks and threats in digital environments.
Teaching & Learning (2. Learner Experiences)
2.1 Pupils engage purposefully in meaningful learning activities
Pupils use digital technologies for sourcing, exchanging of information to develop understanding and support basic knowledge creation.
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