As a leading educational institution, Herzlia is committed to providing our pupils with an innovative and engaging learning experience that prepares them for the challenges of the 21st century. As part of this commitment, we have embraced the use of advanced technologies, such as ChatGPT and other AI-powered tools, to enhance our educational offerings. This school strategy outlines our approach to incorporating ChatGPT and AI into our curriculum, empowering our teachers, and fostering responsible use of these technologies among our pupils.

Recognising the importance of equipping our teachers with the necessary skills to effectively integrate ChatGPT and AI into their teaching practices, we successfully held a staff-led workshop in February. This workshop was designed to familiarise teachers with AI-powered tools, their potential applications in education, and best practices for their use. The workshop also provided an opportunity for our staff at the different Herzlia campuses to share ideas and develop strategies for incorporating ChatGPT and AI into their classrooms.

As part of our ongoing commitment to professional development, Herzlia plans to host additional staff-led workshops in the future. These workshops will build on the knowledge and skills acquired in previous sessions, enabling our educators to stay at the forefront of technological advancements in education. By continually investing in our teachers’ professional growth, we aim to ensure that Herzlia remains an innovative and forward-thinking institution.

ChatGPT and AI have the potential to revolutionise the way we teach and learn, making it essential that we integrate these tools into our curriculum. As such, Herzlia has identified several key areas where AI-powered technologies can be used to enhance the educational experience:

Personalized Learning: ChatGPT and AI can be used to create adaptive learning experiences that cater to the unique needs of individual pupils. By analysing pupil performance and learning preferences, these tools can help teachers to develop personalised lesson plans and provide targeted feedback, ensuring that each pupil receives the support they need to succeed.

Enhanced Collaboration: ChatGPT can facilitate improved collaboration between pupils and teachers by providing a platform for real-time feedback and communication. This interactive environment can help to foster a sense of community within the classroom, while also enabling pupils to develop essential communication and teamwork skills.

Access to Information: AI-powered tools can help pupils to access and analyse vast amounts of information more efficiently, allowing them to engage in deeper learning and critical thinking. By leveraging the capabilities of ChatGPT, pupils can quickly find answers to their questions, explore new concepts, and develop a more comprehensive understanding of the subjects they are studying.

Innovative Assessment: ChatGPT and AI can be used to develop new forms of assessment that provide a more accurate and holistic view of pupil performance. By utilising AI-driven analytics, teachers can gain valuable insights into pupil learning and identify areas for improvement, enabling them to provide more effective feedback and support.

Integrating AI into the ESTEAM Curriculum: In addition to incorporating ChatGPT and AI into our general teaching practices, Herzlia has also integrated these technologies into our ESTEAM (Entrepreneurship, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) curriculum. By exposing pupils to AI-powered tools from a young age, we aim to cultivate a deeper understanding of the technology and its potential applications, while also fostering responsible and appropriate use.

As part of our ESTEAM curriculum, pupils will engage in a range of activities and projects that explore the ethical implications of AI, the importance of data privacy, and the potential risks associated with the misuse of AI-powered tools. Through these activities, we hope to encourage pupils to think critically about the role of AI technology and its application thereof.

MICHAEL VORSTER
UHS Head of Innovation