With the arrival of fall comes a fresh batch of AI tools that promise to elevate your productivity and add a touch of innovation to your daily tasks. This month's lineup is diverse, ranging from design aids to educational platforms. Let's delve into the exciting world of AI innovations for October 2023!
1. Canva's Magic Media App
Once you add and open it, you’ll see:
- the option to generate images or videos
- a text box for you to describe what you want to generate
- a few styles to choose from (watercolor, filmic, photo, etc.)
Canva, a go-to design tool for many, has expanded its repertoire with the introduction of the Magic Media App. Accessible through the Apps menu on the left, this app opens up a world of creative possibilities. Users can generate images or videos by providing a prompt, selecting a style (watercolor, filmic, photo, etc.), and letting the AI work its magic. The results are astounding, and users can fine-tune their creations by generating more options or tweaking prompts. It's a fantastic addition to Canva's suite of tools, and educators can benefit from a free Canva for Education (Pro) account.
2. Formative AI
Tailored for the education sector, Formative AI offers a range of features for different roles in education. Users can create lessons, assignments, and assessments, track students, and even generate standards-based questions with hints for learners. The tool is accessible through free, Silver ($15/month), and Gold (quotes by request) accounts, accommodating various needs. Formative AI also provides valuable resources such as webinars, a training center, and an inspiration library.
3. SlidesAI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GiooG44RwE&t=3s
SlidesAI is a downloadable AI tool available on the Google Workspace Marketplace. Designed as an extension for Google Slides, it offers a seamless way to generate slides with customized themes. Users can specify the type of presentation, the number of slides, and even include a title and thank you slide. Once the preferences are set, click 'Create Slides,' and witness the magic unfold.
4. Speaker Coach by Microsoft
Formerly known as Presenter Coach, Microsoft's Speaker Coach is a valuable tool for enhancing presentation skills. After rehearsing a presentation, the AI tool provides a detailed report on pacing, pitch, filler words, and speech. Available on various platforms, including PowerPoint on the web, Android, Windows, iOS, and MacOS, Speaker Coach is accessible to everyone in free preview. For optimal results, ensure you have a good microphone, a stable internet connection, and a quiet place to rehearse.
5. Bored Humans
Bored Humans is a treasure trove of over 100 AI tools catering to a wide range of purposes. From generating fun songs for teaching to creating AI-written articles and generating poetry, the options are extensive. While exploring, users should be mindful of a pop-up ad bar at the bottom of the screen and exercise caution as some items may not be suitable for students. Nevertheless, Bored Humans offers a plethora of tools that can be both fun and practical for teaching and lesson planning.
few other options that may be useful for planning and teaching are:
- AI Article Writer
- ChatGPT Prompts
- Quote Generator
- AI-Generated Podcasts
- Haiku
- Poetry Generator
- Anagram Generator
- Writing Prompts
- Text Summarization Tool
- Text Paraphrasing Tool
- AI Transcription
- and many more
As you navigate the evolving landscape of AI tools, which ones will you try first? Do you have any recommendations to add to the list? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Let's continue embracing the possibilities that AI brings to our daily lives!
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