Week 4 Blog


 Activity One:

*Changes made to the blog include color contrast from white background color to teal. Also updated the title text from Arial to Georgia font. As well as including a translate gadget in the dropdown on left for accessible language. 

*Week 2 Blog time to screen read 5:50, this was lengthy and could be shortened and still cover all the main points. 

Activity Two:    

Evaluation and Reflection on MagicSchool AI in the Science Classroom

Part 1: Evaluation of a MagicSchool AI-Generated Lesson
 In MagicSchool, I created a lesson titled “Harry Potter Chemical Reactions: Exploring the Magic of Chemistry”. The standard I chose was OAS PS.PS1.7 and the ISTE student standard 3, which is a knowledge constructor. By creating an authentic and interesting theme, students draw a higher interest in the introduction and explore the different types of chemical reactions while reinforcing mass conservation and balancing chemical equations. Students will collaborate in teams and utilize digital tools for research to assist them in learning this hands-on experiment. 

In evaluating the lesson, there are some chances to improve in the areas of difficulty level and accessibility. Using differentiation for students who struggle to balance equations, like simulations and layered practice, would serve as a benefit. Including rubrics for student presentations and relaying logic through mole ratios could reinforce alignment to state standards.

MagicSchool AI shines for making creative, challenging lessons that combine content and technological literacy. The lesson generator feature provides standards-aligned activities with chances to ask questions, and the use of technology cuts the preparation time for educators.

This created lesson also mirrors readings in the course and course concepts. It embraces AIW with scenarios designed by students and structured inquiry. It also aligns with Kolb’s Triple E Framework by getting learners engaged with content, enhancing comprehension with technology, and extending the learning with real-world practice.

https://app.magicschool.ai/tools/lesson-plan-generator?share=f46b47ea-59fc-4ee6-9787-e4c76ef6798e


Part 2: Exploring the 3D Science Assessment Tool

The MagicSchoolai I selected was a Three-Dimensional (3D) Science Assessment tool. It creates tasks integrating Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts for students to better understand the lesson. This tool meets the NGSS goals and supports students to practice their knowledge.

Along with using the lesson plan tool, the Three-Dimensional Science Assessment tool is useful both for formative and summative assessments. Although the product could be enhanced to be more rigorous, it does meet the standards. I think that using both tools can be a game changer to save valuable time in planning and executing, creating less work for the teacher.

I will most likely have students use MagicSchoolai to create better content for producing slides and presentations. As the teacher, I will utilize the Rubric generator and TDSA most frequently. Another tool I will look more into is the IEP generator, as I have to adjust to make modifications for most lessons to meet different students' needs. This website will be a great additional asset, and I am excited to share it with my incoming students.

Part 3: Reflection on AI Integration in Education

I had previously been introduced to MagicSchoolai and shared all the benefits it has to offer with my fellow colleagues. I like enhancing some of my lessons and can build on my developing content. I really do not have concerns with using this platform. We are living in a digital age, and I accept all the assistance I can get.

The benefit of using AI in the classroom can boost creativity and enhance engagement among peers. Also, aligning lessons to meet state standards is made simpler. The 3D assessment is an amazing tool for science teachers that helps push students to reason scientifically while developing their digital fluency. 

The Guidance and Considerations for Using Artificial Intelligence in Oklahoma K-12 Schools Sec. 2. Policy says “It is the policy of the United States to sustain and enhance America’s global AI dominance in order to promote human flourishing, economic competitiveness, and national security” (Whitehouse, 2025). It is with the encouragement of the government that we promote and support using AI within our schools to help create lessons that are student-centered to enhance digital knowledge.

I have exercised using many digital platforms, including Canva, Menti, Padlet, Brisk Teaching, CK-12, and K20 to enhance student engagement and content. MagicSchool will be a great additional tool to offer students that will enhance student engagement to meet learning standards.


References

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational Technology. (2023). Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Teaching and Learning: Insights and Recommendations. https://tech.ed.gov/files/2023/05/AI-Report-2023.pdf 

MagicSchool.ai. (n.d.). Magic School AI. https://www.magicschool.ai

Oklahoma State Department of Education. (2020). Oklahoma academic standards for science. Oklahoma State Department of Education. https://oklahoma.gov/content/dam/ok/en/osde/documents/services/literacy-policy-and-programs/oklahoma-academic-standards/2020-OAS-Science-Standards.pdf

Education (n.d.). ISTE Standards for Students.
https://www.iste.org/standards/iste-standards-for-students

Comments

  1. Haylee CannonJuly 25, 2025 at 8:17 AM

    Jessica, I enjoyed reading through your post. I too have used many digital platforms in my classroom and enjoy doing so. Like you said, they are a great way to enhance student engagement and content. As you know, It’s important to remember that technology should never replace the teacher, just enhance their practice.

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  2. JingAugust 12, 2025 at 5:09 PM

    I enjoyed how you used the Magic School AI to create your science lesson plan, which is Harry Potter Chemical Reactions. This is not just a fantastic topic to attract students' attention, but it also makes students interested in the subject you created. You also mentioned that creative, challenging, and engaging content, as well as accessibility, are other components for students to succeed.

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