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The 5 best AI tools for teachers: teach more efficiently and creatively

TLDR: With the right AI tools, you can take your lessons to the next level. From creative design to organization - here are the 5 best tools that every teacher should know.


WHY YOU SHOULD READ THIS ARTICLE

Are you looking for tools that will support you in your hectic school life and make your lessons more innovative? Here you will find out:


  1. Which 5 AI tools will make your teaching life easier.

  2. How these tools can inspire you and your students.

  3. Concrete application possibilities for schools.



1. NOTEBOOKLM: FROM PDF TO PODCAST

What is it?NotebookLM is an AI tool that analyzes documents and translates them into another medium - ideal for modern teaching methods.


How does it help you in class?

  • Rethink content: Turn a complex PDF document into an easy-to-understand podcast.

  • Flexible learning methods: Give students the opportunity to consume content on the go or at their own pace.

  • Time saving: Use NotebookLM to create summaries and podcasts with no extra effort.


An example: You are preparing a worksheet on the French Revolution. NotebookLM creates a podcast that explains the key points - perfect for students who prefer to learn aurally.



2. NAPKIN.AI: TURN TEXT INTO VISUAL GRAPHICS

What is it? Napkin.ai helps you turn text into attractive graphics. Whether mind maps, diagrams or visual organizers - this tool supports you in the visual preparation of learning content.


How does it help you in class?

  • Create clarity: Create a clear graphic from a list or a block of text.

  • Student-centered materials: Use visual tools to make complex topics clear.

  • Collaboration: Let students create their own graphics to visualize their ideas.


An example: You have collected notes on the water cycle. Napkin.ai creates a diagram from them that makes the process understandable at a glance.



3. IDEOGRAM: CREATE CREATIVE IMAGES FOR CLASSROOM

What is it? Ideogram is an AI tool that generates images from short text descriptions - ideal for teaching materials, creative projects or presentations.


How does it help you in class?

  • Enhance worksheets: Create specific illustrations for your lesson topics.

  • Creative projects: Let students generate their own images, e.g. for stories or posters.

  • Presentations: Use Ideogram to create visually appealing content that will inspire your students.


An example: In biology class, you want to create a unique image of an ecosystem. Ideogram generates an illustration that enhances your worksheet and appeals to students.



4. PADLET: PROMOTE INTERACTIVE LEARNING

What is it? Padlet is a virtual pinboard where students can share ideas, images and files in real time.


How does it help you in class?

  • Project work: Organize student projects and collect ideas centrally.

  • Feedback: Students can give anonymous feedback or ask questions.

  • Collaborative boards: Use Padlet to create learning materials together with the class.


An example: For a discussion in social studies class, your students create a Padlet wall on which they collect arguments for and against a topic.



5. GAMMA: PRESENTATIONS MADE EASY

What is it? Gamma is an intuitive presentation tool that creates engaging and interactive slides in minutes.


How does it help you in class?

  • Save time: Gamma takes care of the design - you just have to provide the content.

  • Interactive content: Integrate quizzes, videos or surveys directly into your presentation.

  • Easy to use: Gamma is easy to understand, even for students.


An example: You want to create a presentation on climate change. Gamma automatically generates a visually impressive presentation with interactive elements such as quiz questions.



CONCLUSION: YOUR NEW DIGITAL HELPERS

With NotebookLM, Napkin.ai, Ideogram, Padlet and Gamma you can make your lessons more creative, efficient and interactive. Use the strengths of these tools to inspire students and make your everyday work easier.


Try it now:

  • NotebookLM:  Turn a complex PDF into a podcast.

  • Napkin.ai: Create an engaging graphic from notes or text.

  • Ideogram: Generate creative images for worksheets or projects.

  • Padlet: A virtual pinboard, organize projects and collect ideas centrally.

  • Gamma: Create engaging presentations from your notes.



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