All AI tools are not created equal. Before adopting a new product, evaluate it using a multi-criteria rubric. Key areas include:
Instructional Fit: Does it meet a genuine classroom need?Accuracy/Grounding: Does it provide verifiable sources?Privacy/Data Handling: Does it protect student PII and specific district policies?Admin Controls: Can the district manage user settings and access?Transparency: Is it clear what the tool does with your inputs?Accessibility: Does it support English learners and diverse needs?Technical Capacity: AI task depth capacity, multilingual support, and reliability.Cost/Licensing: Is it affordable and under an approved agreement?
Instructional Fit: Does it meet a genuine classroom need?
Accuracy/Grounding: Does it provide verifiable sources?
Privacy/Data Handling: Does it protect student PII and specific district policies?
Admin Controls: Can the district manage user settings and access?
Transparency: Is it clear what the tool does with your inputs?
Accessibility: Does it support English learners and diverse needs?
Technical Capacity: AI task depth capacity, multilingual support, and reliability.
Cost/Licensing: Is it affordable and under an approved agreement?
Matching a tool’s strengths to your needs and ensuring it meets minimum privacy standards is vital to responsible adoption.
