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Which subjectComputer science
What topicAi
What length (min)30
What age groupYear or Grade 6
Class size28
What curriculumTeks
Include full script
Check previous homework
Ask some students to presents their homework
Add a physical break
Add group activities
Include homework
Show correct answers
Prepare slide templates
Number of slides5
Create fill-in cards for students
Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments

Lesson plan

Topic

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Objectives

Materials

Grade/Age Group

Grade 6

Subject

Computer Science

Class Size

28 students

National Curriculum Alignment

TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills)

Lesson Structure

Step Number Step Title Length Details
1 Introduction to AI 5 minutes Briefly introduce the topic of AI, discussing its definition and relevance in daily life. Show examples through a multimedia presentation.
2 Group Task Explanation 5 minutes Divide students into groups of 4-5 and explain the group task related to AI. Assign roles within the groups for collaborative work.
3 Group Activity 10 minutes Groups work together on the assigned task, researching AI examples, and preparing a presentation about their findings.
4 Printable Card Distribution 5 minutes Distribute cards to students. Explain that students will fill them during the lesson with key concepts and examples discussed.
5 Collecting Cards 3 minutes Randomly collect or check the completed cards from students to assess understanding and learning.
6 Conclusion & Recap 2 minutes Summarize key points discussed in the lesson. Address any questions and provide additional resources if students wish to explore further.

Homework

Assign students to research an AI tool or application used in real life. They should write a short paragraph describing how it works and where it's used. Collect these homework assignments the following class without any presentations.

Lesson script

Introduction to AI

"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to explore an exciting topic: Artificial Intelligence, often referred to as AI. Can anyone tell me what they think AI is? (Pause for responses) Great ideas!

AI is a technology that allows machines to learn and respond like humans. It’s everywhere in our lives, from virtual assistants like Siri or Alexa to recommendation systems on Netflix or Amazon. Let’s take a look at a short multimedia presentation that highlights some of these examples."

(Show the multimedia presentation on examples of AI.)

Group Task Explanation

"Alright class, now that we've got a basic understanding of AI, it's time to dive deeper! I’m going to divide you into groups of 4-5 students. Each group will have a specific task related to AI.

Your task is to research an example of AI that interests you. You will prepare a short presentation to share your findings with the class. Each person in your group will have a role — a researcher, a presenter, and a note-taker. Choose your roles wisely!

Let’s split into groups now!"

(Guide students in forming groups and ensure they understand their roles.)

Group Activity

"You have 10 minutes to start working on your group task. Use the computers or tablets, if available, to research your AI example. Think about how it works, where it’s used, and why it's important. Remember, you’ll be presenting this to the class, so be clear and prepare well!

I’ll be walking around to assist and answer any questions you may have. Let’s get started!"

(Monitor the groups and provide help as needed.)

Printable Card Distribution

"Time’s up, everyone! I hope you’re all set for your presentations. Before we continue, I have some cards for you. Each of you will receive one of these printable cards.

As we go through the rest of the lesson, I want you to fill out these cards with the key concepts and examples we discuss. This will help reinforce your learning about AI. Make sure to include any interesting facts you uncover during your research as well!

I’ll hand these out now."

(Distribute the cards and markers/pens.)

Collecting Cards

"Great job today, everyone! Now, let’s take a moment to collect your cards. I want you to finish writing any last thoughts you have. You can hand them to me as you leave, or I’ll come around and check them.

The cards will help me see how well you’ve understood what we discussed today. So, think carefully before you submit them."

(Collect cards or check them in any organized manner.)

Conclusion & Recap

"To wrap up our lesson, let’s take a moment to summarize what we’ve discussed. Can someone share one thing they learned about AI today? (Pause for responses) Excellent points!

AI is becoming an integral part of our world. If anyone has questions about what we covered, feel free to ask now.

Remember, for homework, I’d like you to research an AI tool or application used in real life. Write a short paragraph describing how it works and where it's used. We’ll collect those in our next class.

Thank you for your participation today! I hope you found this exploration of AI insightful. Have a great day!"

Slides

Slide Number Image Slide Content
1 {Image: A cartoon of people interacting with robots} - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- AI mimics human learning and responses
- Ubiquity of AI (e.g., Siri, Alexa, Netflix)
2 {Image: Students collaborating in a classroom} - Group task: Research an AI example
- Form groups of 4-5 students
- Assign roles: researcher, presenter, note-taker
3 {Image: Students using computers in groups} - Group activity: 10 minutes of research
- Focus on how the AI works, its applications, and importance
- Prepare for class presentation
4 {Image: Printable cards on a table} - Distributing printable cards for note-taking
- Write key concepts and interesting facts
- Use cards to reinforce learning
5 {Image: Teacher collecting cards from students} - Collecting completion cards
- Finish writing last thoughts
- Summary of what was learned about AI
- Homework: Research an AI tool/application

Printables

Question Answer
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Can you name some examples of AI that you encounter in your daily life?
What roles will each group member have during the group task?
How should your group prepare for the presentation about your chosen AI example?
Why is it important to understand how AI works and where it’s used?
What concepts and examples should you include on your printable cards?
How can the cards help reinforce your learning about AI?
What is one thing you learned about AI from today's lesson?
Can you think of an AI tool or application used in real life for your homework assignment?
How will you describe the AI tool or application in your homework?

Backup questions

  1. How do you think AI impacts our daily lives, and can you give a specific example of something you use that incorporates AI?

  2. If you could design an AI tool for any purpose, what would it be and how would it improve people's lives?

  3. Can you think of a scenario where AI might not be helpful or could even be harmful? What precautions should we take in those situations?

  4. In your opinion, what are the most significant ethical considerations we should keep in mind as AI technology continues to advance?

  5. How do you envision AI evolving in the next 10 years? What changes do you think we will see in its applications?