MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND DESIGN THINKING

 This reflection will explore key concepts learned from the module, discuss how these concepts challenged previous understandings of English language teaching, and outline plans for applying them in future teaching practices. Additionally, it will cover the influence of this knowledge on teaching methods and propose a specific lesson where the learned concepts can be applied. Finally, the document incorporates examples of content created with AI.

Development (Reflection on Key Concepts)

What were the most important concepts you learned? 

Here is a concept list that is useful to know when working with AI. Despite there being many concepts, I decided to write down some of them.

Generative AI is a type of artificial intelligence technology that can produce various types of content, including text, imagery, audio, and synthetic data.

Artificial Intelligence is a branch of computer science that deals with the creation of intelligent agents, which are systems that can reason, learn, and act autonomously.

Machine learning is a program or system that trains a model from input. The trained model can make useful predictions from new data.

Generative model generates new data instances based on a learned probability distribution of existing data.

Hallucinations make the output text difficult to understand and make the model more likely to generate incorrect or misleading information.

Large Language Models refer to large, general-purpose language models that can be pre-trained and then finetuned for specific purposes.

Prompt design is the process of creating a prompt that is tailored to the specific task that the system is being asked to perform.  

Prompt engineering is the process of creating a prompt that is designed to improve performance.

Design thinking is a human-centered approach to innovation that integrates the needs of people, the possibilities of technology, and the requirements for business success.

Users are the people who interact with the thing, service, offering, system, etc. that you make.

Design research is the practice of inquiry and discovery that builds knowledge, insight, and empathy for your users.

Empathy is the action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to, and vicariously experiencing the feelings, thoughts, and experiences of another.

 Prototype a first or early example that is used as a model for what comes later.

 Iterate to change something existing (an idea, a product, a service, etc.) in small or big ways, gradually, to improve it. 

When I started working with AI, several concepts were essential to my understanding. However, the ones that particularly caught my attention were hallucinations, prompt design, and prompt engineering. While AI can perform a wide range of tasks, it is crucial to double-check its output.

 Prompt design plays a vital role in defining the specific tasks we give to AI. Often, the initial task might not align with our actual intentions, which is where prompt engineering comes in to refine and enhance the task. These concepts were especially compelling to me, as they illustrate that AI can encounter challenges when generating content.

 Ultimately, it is our responsibility to create effective prompts to achieve better results.

 

How did these concepts challenge your previous understanding of English language teaching?

Initially, these concepts were difficult to understand due to their complexity; however, as I began to practice, I found it easier to appreciate their significance in working with AI.

 

How do you plan to apply these concepts in your future teaching?

First, I would provide my students with a list of these concepts. Then, I would demonstrate how to use artificial intelligence. This way, students will not only grasp the ideas but also learn how to create what they want using AI tools. I intend to use platforms like Gemini or ChatGPT, as they particularly caught my attention.      

 Conclusion and key learnings 

How will the knowledge gained from this module influence your teaching methods? 

The knowledge gained from this module has influenced my teaching methods by enabling me to incorporate technology into my lessons. I believe that students will be curious about how to use AI and how to create their projects.

 

Can you think of a specific lesson or activity where you could apply what you’ve learned? 

 One specific activity I could implement is the creation of flashcards using tools like Gemini or ChatGPT. This activity would introduce students to the basics of writing prompts and could assist them in learning vocabulary effectively.

Incorporation of content created with AI 

I decided to include some images because they were the first creation using AI; also, I include the certificate I got at the beginning of this course.