About
AI & Digital Tools for Inclusive Teaching
Type: Erasmus+ Training Course for Teachers
Duration: 5 days (4-6 hours per day)
Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
Target Audience: Teachers, adult educators, special educators, SEN coordinators, school leaders, and anyone interested in leveraging technology for inclusive education.
Focus: Empowering educators to create inclusive classrooms where AI and digital tools help all learners thrive, with a special emphasis on supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Course Objectives
Comprehend how Artificial Intelligence can personalize learning and support diverse learner needs, including SEN.
Identify and use practical digital tools to enhance student engagement and accessibility.
Design interactive learning activities that build confidence in using AI and digital tools effectively.
Develop personalized learning plans formulated with AI-driven lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles and requirements.
Course Structure
Day 1 – Foundations of Inclusive Education and AI in SEN (4-6 hours)
Topics:
Introduction to AI in education
Myths vs. realities of AI in teaching
Understanding diverse learner needs
Activities:
Supporting SEN Students in Practice: Practical strategies for supporting SEN learners, focusing on understanding learning profiles such as dyslexia, ADHD, and autism.
Collaborative Brainstorming with Padlet: Share ideas and challenges in creating inclusive classrooms.
Visualizing with Gamma/Manus AI: Create visual presentations using AI tools to illustrate any subject.
Idea Generation and Reflection Using ChatGPT/Gemini: Generate ideas on how AI can personalize learning and reflect on ethical AI use in classrooms.
Tools Used:
Padlet
Gamma/Manus AI Canva
ChatGPT/Gemini claude.ai, glork, perplexity
Day 2 – Differentiation & Accessible Learning with AI (4-6 hours)
Topics:
Using AI to modify learning materials for different abilities and learning styles
Leveraging AI for organizing and summarizing information to support cognitive challenges
Activities:
Content Adaptation with ChatGPT/Gemini: Rewriting texts at different reading levels and simplifying materials for diverse learners.
Practical Application: Translation using DeepL to help multilingual learners.
Text Simplification and Summarization with QuillBot: Paraphrasing, summarizing, and simplifying texts.
Information Management with NotebookLM: Organize and extract key points from learning materials to support students with cognitive challenges.
Tools Used:
ChatGPT/Gemini
NotebookLM (Google)
DeepL Translator
QuillBot
Day 3 – Assistive & Visual Tools for Inclusive Education (4-6 hours)
Topics:
Creating visual instructions and learning prompts to support visual learners and students with cognitive challenges
Using icons, color, and layout effectively for neurodiverse learners
Exploring assistive technologies for visual and auditory support
Activities:
Creating visual task boards and presentations with Canva and Adobe Express.
Experimenting with simplified infographics and visual storytelling using Venngage.
Building interactive learning elements using H5P to support students with visual and auditory cues.
Tools Used:
Gamma al, Manus al, and Beautiful Al
Nappkin AI
Venngage
H5P
Adobe Express
Day 4 – Emotional & Behavioral Support with Digital Tools (4-6 hours)
Topics:
Managing anxiety, attention, and self-regulation using digital strategies
Using AI and digital games for social-emotional learning (SEL)
Creating routines, calm spaces, and self-paced learning options with technology
Digital tools for check-ins and tracking progress
Activities:
Mindfulness and calming activities using Soundtrap.
Designing Interactive Check-ins with Padlet or Educaplay: Create mood trackers and polls.
Using Edpuzzle for video support: Slow down videos, add questions, and highlight key points for focus.
Group Project: Building a virtual calm-down corner using Magicschool AI.
Tools Used:
Soundtrap
Edpuzzle
Padlet/Educaplay
ClassPoint AI/Quizizz AI
Day 5 – Co-Designing Inclusive Lessons & Final Project (4-6 hours)
Topics:
Reflecting on AI use and planning future integration in inclusive classrooms
Creating AI-supported teaching scenarios and best practices
Peer feedback for continuous improvement
Ethical and responsible AI use in education
Activities:
Final Group Project: Co-design a lesson plan using at least three AI/digital tools tailored to a specific SEN or diverse learner need.
Peer Review & Reflections: Present lessons, give feedback, and discuss potential impacts and challenges.
Action Planning: Develop personal plans for integrating AI and digital tools into daily teaching practice to support inclusion.
Outputs:
AI-enhanced inclusive lesson plan ready for use
Individual action plan for inclusive teaching with digital tools
Digital portfolio of created materials
Additional Information
Methods Used:
The course employs interactive methods including peer learning, hands-on practice, participant presentations, reflective exercises, and tool-based labs to explore AI applications.
Certification:
Certificate of Attendance aligned with Erasmus+ requirements
Europass-compatible learning outcomes available upon request
Expected Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand foundational principles of inclusive education and how AI supports diverse learners.
Confidently use AI and digital tools to differentiate and adapt learning materials for all students.
Design and implement accessible, engaging lessons integrating AI-driven resources.
Apply digital strategies to support social-emotional learning and behavioral needs.
Develop ethical, responsible approaches to AI use in inclusive classrooms, fostering continuous improvement through peer feedback.
Please note that each program can be changed and adapted to the group's needs. The course duration can be made shorter or longer, and the content may also be adjusted. All the details can be discussed via email at info@ivaigo.lt.