AI in Learning

The concept of artificial intelligence has existed as early as the 1940’s. Artificial intelligence is a term that applies to any system that seeks to perform a role that was previously attributed to human intelligence. 

AI refers to all types of generative artificial intelligence technologies that create new content or outputs from a prompt to produce text, images, videos, or music.

AI tools refer to software applications and platforms that utilize AI technologies to perform specific tasks and solve problems that typically require human intelligence. 

Generative language models are extremely complicated mathematical models that ingest a large amount of training data in order to learn patterns among that training data, with the goal of being able to generate responses to prompts that approximate the response a human would give. These responses can be text, images, videos, and more.

As an example, you could imagine a generative language model as a mathematical formula where you know what output you want to receive for a given input, but not the appropriate parameters to make the formula work in that way. The formula therefore starts out as being very inaccurate, and then is refined by lots of trial and error.

Click HERE to read Policy 2365 - Acceptable Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Click HERE to read Policy 5701 - Academic Integrity.

Click HERE to read the BPS Vision for the Use of Generative AI in Teaching and Learning.

Click HERE to read the BPS Honor Code.

The district recognizes that AI is a powerful tool that has the potential to support and enhance teaching and learning. However, it is also the responsibility of the district to teach students how to use AI critically and responsibly. 

The below chart was created to help support staff and students by creating a common understanding for when and how AI can be used by students for completing assignments.

Currently, most AI platforms require users to be at least 13 years or older. In many cases, users under the age of 18 also need parental consent to use the tool. 

The district has adopted Gemini Education as a platform for teachers to use with students. It is FERPA and COPPA compliant and is under our More information about this platform can be found HERE.

Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Teaching and Learning - The US Department of Education, Office of Educational Technology's report that summarizes the opportunities and risks for AI in teaching, learning, research, and assessment based on public input.

AI Initiative - Common Sense Media's website which contains AI product ratings and reviews, research, and AI literacy resources.

5 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Generative AI - This two minute video provides tips for helping parents talk to their children about AI as well as ideas for how to explore AI together to better understand both the positive and negative impacts of the tool. Under the featured video is a catalog of videos to help parents and children better understand and manage AI, as well as general tips for online safety. 

AI Literacy Lessons for Grades 6-12 - Nine lessons that span from 15-50 minutes long that teach students about AI.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to AI Companions and Relationships - An article written by Common Sense Media which introduces parents to AI, appropriate use of AI with children as well as the risks associated with it.  

Helping Kids Navigate the World of Artificial Intelligence - This article, written by Common Sense Media, helps guide parents with how to introduce and explore AI with their children.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Generative AI - This resource, written by Common Sense Media, provides an in-dept guide parents on key terms, common concerns, benefits and tips when speaking to children about Generative AI.

The Bayonne Board of Education is dedicated to enhancing the skills of its staff through high-quality professional development focused on integrating Artificial Intelligence in the classroom. Recognizing the transformative potential of AI in education, the Board offers a variety of courses designed to empower teachers with the knowledge and tools necessary for effective implementation. Educators can sign up for live, in-person professional development sessions via the Teacher Academy catalog, where they can explore options such as:

• Tackle research, analyze data, make detailed study guides, mindmaps, assessments, and so much more with Notebook LM!
• Learn how to use Google's AI Gemini tool and how it is infused with Classroom and teacher prep!
• Take back your Sundays - learn many of the popular AI teaching tools that decrease your amount of prep time!
• Teacher's Guide to Canva Education! Learn Canva's AI - Magic Write, Magic Studio, and Magic Design