Category: AI

  • 31. Max Efficiency with Effective Prompting in Copilot

    31. Max Efficiency with Effective Prompting in Copilot
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    Maximising Efficiency and Enhancing Lessons with Copilot Copilot is a powerful tool designed to assist educators in creating engaging and effective learning experiences. In my previous blog, “How to Harness the Power of Copilot AI in Education,” I focused on how Copilot is a versatile assistant revolutionising the way educators approach their work. In this… Read more

  • 30. How to Harness the Power of Copilot AI in Education

    30. How to Harness the Power of Copilot AI in Education
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    Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of educational technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as an extremely useful resource. Among the various AI tools available, Microsoft’s Copilot stands out as a versatile assistant that’s revolutionising the way educators approach their work. This blog post delves into the practical applications of Copilot AI in education, exploring its… Read more

  • 26. How to Unleash the Power of CoPilot Notebook

    26. How to Unleash the Power of CoPilot Notebook
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    What is it? Access CoPilot by clicking on https://copilot.microsoft.com/ and signing in with your school account. The Notebook feature, is a really useful (if somewhat understated looking) feature in Microsoft CoPilot . Notebook allows you to continue to tailor prompts (add, redefine or edit) even after submitting to ensure more accurate and bespoke CoPilot responses.… Read more

  • 24. How CoPilot can make school policies accessible to all

    24. How CoPilot can make school policies accessible to all
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    As we step into a future where C2K and Microsoft Copilot will soon join forces, it’s crucial to talk about keeping our data safe. Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 (designed for businesses, schools and organisations) is built to protect every bit of information, making sure it stays private. For educators, this means there’s no need… Read more

  • 23. Microsoft Copilot: How the AI Assistant can Transform Education

    23. Microsoft Copilot: How the AI Assistant can Transform Education
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    The world of education is constantly evolving, with new technologies emerging to revolutionise the way we teach, learn, and manage. One such ground breaking innovation is Microsoft Copilot, an artificial intelligence-powered conversational assistant that promises to profoundly impact how educators approach their work. What is Microsoft Copilot? Microsoft Copilot is an advanced AI system that… Read more

  • 18. Exploring the Power of Generative AI for Education: A Day at GenAIEdu 2024:

    18. Exploring the Power of Generative AI for Education: A Day at GenAIEdu 2024:
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    I was delighted to join the third day of GenAIEdu 2024, the Second National Conference on Generative Artificial Intelligence in Education, hosted by Ulster University Derry. I had the opportunity to share some of my experiences with using AI tools to streamline my administrative work in a practitioner showcase. It’s great to meet up with… Read more

  • 17. How to Use AI to Turn Your Handwritten Notes into Professional Minutes

    17. How to Use AI to Turn Your Handwritten Notes into Professional Minutes
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    Have you ever attended face-to-face meetings, taken notes then spent too much time trying to write up minutes of the meetings? If so, you might be interested in using AI to help you create minutes from your handwritten notes. Generative AI Generative AI is a type of artificial intelligence that can create new and realistic… Read more

  • 10. AI – Long Live the Revolution and Resistance is Futile

    10. AI – Long Live the Revolution and Resistance is Futile
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    Musings from Belfast AI Conference: Getting the conversation started I am just fresh from attending and participated in a ‘show and tell’ session at an AI Conference in Belfast. The key note delivery was from Professor Mairead Pratschke of Manchester University. Other stakeholders, such as DE, Google, Microsoft, C2K/EDIS and CCEA were represented also. Professor… Read more

  • 8. Ultra Quick Responses to Forms with Power Automate

    8. Ultra Quick Responses to Forms with Power Automate
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    Create a Work Flow to respond more quickly Welcome all. I’m a bit nervous about this post because I’m going to look at Power automate work flows that (If I don’t explain this right) has the potential to reach Level 5 on the Implementation Pain Indicator scale. Pain leads to anger, anger leads hate, hate… Read more

  • 3. Generative AI in Education – Friend or Foe?

    3. Generative AI in Education – Friend or Foe?

    AI – My Awakening Ignorance! It is worth noting that I did not know about Generative AI or its advanced level until relatively recently. I automatically had concerns about AI in Education. I am certain that many students will attempt to plagiarise, cheat on assessments, and generate homework through AI. However, after dabbling a bit… Read more