Episode 27- AI for Teachers: Beginner Tips for Lesson Planning, Grading & Student Engagement

Overwhelmed by lesson planning, grading, or emails? This episode of Classroom Coffee Break shows K-12 teachers how to use ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity to save time, personalize instruction, and reduce Sunday night panic. Whether you're a new teacher, future teacher, or just curious, this is your no-jargon intro to AI in education.

✅ Lesson planning with AI
✅ ChatGPT in the classroom
✅ Using Gemini & Perplexity for teaching
✅ Save time grading and writing emails
✅ Support diverse learners with AI tools

🎙️ Leave a comment: Are you using AI in your classroom? Or did this episode give you the courage to try it?


👨‍🏫 About John Van Dusen:
John has been teaching elementary and middle school since 2007 and serves as a coach and instructor for the U.S. Army Reserves. This podcast is here to give teachers fast, practical strategies for busy educators to enhance their classrooms.

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