Perplexity AI for Educators Training in Vancouver, Canada

This training is designed specifically for educators who want to use Perplexity AI to enhance teaching, curriculum design, research, and student engagement. Participants will learn how to use Perplexity as a trusted AI assistant for lesson planning, content discovery, differentiated instruction, and academic support.

Understanding and Using Perplexity AI for Teaching

Introduction to Perplexity AI for Education

• What is Perplexity AI and how it works
• Key features: search, summarization, sources, collections
• Benefits of using AI tools in education

Navigating the Interface and Asking Smart Questions

• Overview of main interface features (search, Copilot, history)
• How to craft clear, specific educational prompts
• Examples:
• "Explain the water cycle for 5th grade"
• "Compare inquiry-based vs. direct instruction"

Lesson Planning and Content Creation with AI

• Creating outlines, class notes, and assessments
• Finding examples, analogies, and classroom activities
• Adapting content for different grade levels or learners

Integration, Differentiation, and Responsible Use

Differentiated Instruction and Student Support

• Using AI to adjust content difficulty
• Explaining concepts in multiple formats (text, lists, comparisons)
• Supporting multilingual or special education needs

Academic Research and Professional Growth

• Conducting quick literature overviews
• Staying updated on educational trends
• Drafting workshop proposals or reports

Using Collections and Citations

• Organizing saved results for unit planning
• Understanding citation sources and trust indicators
• Teaching students to verify AI content

Responsible Use and Classroom Guidelines

• Discussing AI use with students
• Ethical considerations and academic integrity
• Setting boundaries: AI as a tool, not a replacement

Final Exercises and Sharing Session

• Final Q&A and next steps