Teachers have always spent a significant amount of time creating resources. What has changed is the volume of differentiation now expected alongside increasing administrative demands. AI can help, but only if it is used as a drafting tool rather than a shortcut.
AI can generate worksheets, starter activities, plenaries, and practice questions in minutes. It can also create multiple versions of the same resource for different ability levels, all aligned to a single learning objective. This saves time without changing what is being taught.
The critical point is that AI outputs must be reviewed and refined by the teacher. AI does not understand the specific context of a class, the prior knowledge of pupils, or the emphasis of a particular curriculum. Teachers do.
When used correctly, AI reduces preparation time and frees teachers to focus on feedback, intervention, and delivery. When used carelessly, it produces generic materials that add little value.
Schools that maintain high standards will treat AI as an assistant, not an author.
Blending AI and Physical Teaching Resources for Better Learning Outcomes
