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Elevating Educational Design With AI, with Dr. Catlin Tucker

March 19, 2025 • AVID Open Access • Season 4 • Episode 76

In this episode, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses her new book, Elevating Educational Design with AI, co-authored with Dr. Katie Novak. Tucker emphasizes the importance of using AI as a design thought partner rather than a replacement for human teaching. She outlines a framework for integrating AI into lesson planning, focusing on backward design, universal design, and personalized learning. Tucker highlights the benefits of AI in creating flexible pathways, designing rubrics, and fostering resilience in students. She stresses the need for educators to craft effective AI prompts, evaluate AI-generated content, and maintain human connection in the classroom. Tucker also recommends tools like School AI and NotebookLM for enhancing educational design. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.