
AI Tools to
Plan & Save Time
Find AI tools designed to save you planning time and help students think, create, and engage at higher levels.
Instructional goals help teachers choose tools by what they want students to achieve.
Explore tools that boost engagement, save planning time, and elevate instruction in your classroom.
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ALEKS
AI-driven math and science learning system mapping each student’s knowledge
Subject: Mathematics
Grade Level: Secondary -
Beautiful.ai
Presentation platform with AI-assisted slide design
Subject: Art & Creativity
Grade Level: Secondary -
DeepL
Advanced AI translation tool known for natural phrasing
Subject: World Languages
Grade Level: Secondary -
DreamBox Learning
Adaptive math (and reading) program with intelligent tutoring
Subject: Mathematics
Grade Level: Secondary -
Duolingo Max
Premium version of Duolingo with AI tutor and grammar explanations
Subject: World Languages
Grade Level: Secondary -
Edthena AI Coach
Video coaching platform with AI feedback on teaching practices
Subject: Professional Development
Grade Level: Professional Development (PD) -
Equatio
Math accessibility tool that converts spoken, typed or handwritten math to digital form
Subject: Mathematics
Grade Level: Secondary -
Explainpaper
Tool that simplifies academic papers by allowing users to highlight and ask questions
Subject: Research Skills
Grade Level: Secondary -
IXL Learning
Comprehensive K-12 practice platform using adaptive question algorithms
Subject: Mathematics
Grade Level: Elementary (PK-5), Middle School (6-8) -
Mendeley
Reference management tool for organizing academic research
Subject: Research Skills
Grade Level: College, Graduate -
Microsoft Speaker Coach
AI coach in PowerPoint/Teams that gives feedback on presentations
Subject: Professional Development
Grade Level: Professional Development (PD) -
Newsela
Library of news and nonfiction texts offered at 5 reading levels
Subject: Social Studies
Grade Level: Elementary (PK-5), High School (9-12), Middle School (6-8) -
NotebookLM
Organize notes and research with AI-powered insights
Subject: Research Skills
Grade Level: College, High School (9-12) -
Perplexity
AI-powered answer engine that combines search with generative responses.
Subject: Science
Grade Level: College, High School (9-12) -
Research Rabbit
Research discovery platform that helps visualize connections between papers
Subject: Research Skills
Grade Level: College, High School (9-12)
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