Pre-AI Assignment to AI Converter Gem (opens in new tab)
Free AI resource hub for educators
The Intelligent Classroom
Empowering educators with the resources and insights to lead in the age of AI
Welcome
Welcome to the Intelligent Classroom Resource Center
This digital hub houses the curated AI tools, academic journals, and presentation materials shared during my sessions. It is designed to provide educators with practical strategies and research-backed insights to lead effectively in the age of artificial intelligence.
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Popular AI Tools
Below are the most popular AI tools and ideas on this site.
AI Policy Guidance for Education Gem (opens in new tab)
AI Transparency Booster for Students
HeyGen (opens in new tab)
Create videos using AI Avatars in multiple languages using HeyGen.
Research & frameworks
Publications & Articles
Introduction to the TrAIT Framework – How to Embrace AI in the Classroom
Online Learning Consortium (April 2025) – A practical, educator-friendly framework for setting transparent expectations for AI use, modeling responsible use, and building student trust and ethical habits around generative AI.
The AI Sandwich: Human-First, Human-Last in an AI-Rich Educational Environment
Online Learning Consortium
Open educational resources
System Resources & OER
AI Guidance Handbook (NCCCS) (opens in new tab)
A system-focused guidance resource containing templates and disclosure models to help campuses implement consistent AI policy and classroom expectations.
openNCCC – Lane Freeman’s Collection
A collection of open resources, including AI/prompting tools and the “Super Prompt for Instructional Designers.”
Listen & watch
Media & Interviews
AI: The Lazy Graduate Assistant? – The Instructure Podcast (Ep. 18)
A widely shareable explanation of generative AI as a “supervised assistant”—useful for helping faculty move from fear to confident, responsible experimentation.
AI in Education – An Interview with Dr. Lane Freeman
A long-form discussion on the future of AI in education and workforce development.
