201. AI Literacy for Science Teachers With Guest Amanda Bickerstaff of AI for Education

AI is everywhere right now, and if you’ve been feeling both curious and overwhelmed, you’re not alone! In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda Bickerstaff, a former high school biology teacher and co-founder of AI for Education, for a conversation about AI in the classroom. We explore why AI literacy is becoming a core skill for both teachers and students, how it’s reshaping traditional assignments like lab reports, and the surprising ways it can actually spark more creativity and inquiry. Amanda also shares practical strategies for science teachers, from lesson inspiration to formative assessments. If you’ve ever wondered how to make AI work for you, this episode will leave you feeling excited for what’s ahead!

➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode201

Resources:

• AI for Education
• An Essential Guide to AI for Educators: FREE 2 hour course
• Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.
• Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD course
• Send me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.science
• Send me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com  
• Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.

Connect with Amanda:

• LinkedIn
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• YouTube
• TikTok
• Twitter/X: @AIforEducation 
• Twitter/X: @Amanda_AIforEd
• Facebook

Related Episodes:

• Episode 94, How to Deal with Cheating in Your High School Science Classes
• Episode 154, AI and ChatGPT with Guest Mitch Wieland
• Episode 173, 9 Quick Ways to Use AI to Simplify Your Life as a Teacher
• Episode 174, 7 Ways to Teach Your Students to Use AI Productively

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