Exploring Generative AI (Craiyon)

To explore a generative AI, I used Craiyon to see how accurate its image output would be, based on my inputs. I found that it gave me multiple images to choose from, with some straying away from the prompt and some coming out really good. For example, with the cats, some of the images have 2 or 4 cats even though I prompted it for 3. Although, the middle image of all the cat outputs captures the prompt perfectly as we see 3 cats, who appear to be different, and distinct from eachother.

Prompt: “3 cats that are friends and have distinct personalities”

Citation: “3 cats that are friends and have distinct personalities” prompt, Craiyon, version 4 beta, 15 Oct. 2024, https://www.craiyon.com/.

Prompt: “A bright man with a dark shadow figure following him”

Citation: : “A bright man with a dark shadow figure following him” prompt, Craiyon, version 4 beta, 15 Oct. 2024, https://www.craiyon.com/.

TPACK analysis of Craiyon

To create a TPACK analysis of Craiyon, I prompted Chat-GPT with, “Create a TPACK analysis of the use of the Craiyon AI tool for learning”. The response I received from Chat-GPT described the following:

1. Content Knowledge (CK)

  • Understanding the Subject Matter: Craiyon can be used across various subjects (e.g., art, history, science) by generating images based on textual prompts. Educators must ensure that students understand the content they wish to visualize.
  • Concept Visualization: Students can use Craiyon to create visual representations of complex concepts, aiding in comprehension and retention.

2. Pedagogical Knowledge (PK)

  • Instructional Strategies: Educators can incorporate Craiyon into project-based learning, where students create visuals to enhance their understanding of topics.
  • Differentiation: The tool allows for differentiated instruction, as students can choose to visualize their understanding in ways that resonate with their learning styles (visual learners may benefit greatly).
  • Collaborative Learning: Teachers can facilitate group projects where students use Craiyon to collaboratively create images, fostering teamwork and communication.

3. Technological Knowledge (TK)

  • Using the Tool: Familiarity with how to navigate Craiyon and effectively utilize its features is essential. Educators need to guide students in using the tool to ensure they can generate the desired outputs.
  • Access and Equity: Considerations around access to technology (devices and internet connectivity) are crucial, as not all students may have the same opportunities to use Craiyon.

Intersections of TPACK Components

  1. Technological Content Knowledge (TCK)
    • Using AI in Content Creation: Understanding how Craiyon’s AI interprets prompts to generate relevant content enhances teachers’ ability to teach effectively. Educators need to grasp how the tool can be used to produce content that accurately reflects the subject matter.
  2. Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK)
    • Effective Integration of Visuals: Educators must know how to combine visual content with their teaching methods, ensuring that generated images serve as effective learning aids. This includes discussions around the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated images.
  3. Technological Pedagogical Knowledge (TPK)
    • Teaching with Technology: Understanding how to incorporate Craiyon into pedagogical practices, such as flipped classrooms or blended learning environments, can enhance student engagement. Teachers must be aware of the best practices for integrating technology into their teaching.

Citation: “Create a TPACK analysis of the use of the Craiyon AI tool for learning” prompt, Chat-GPT, version 4.0, OpenAI, 15 October.2024, https://chatgpt.com/.

Reflections

  • What Generative AI applications have you found useful? What apps have you used that are not in the Explore section?

I have found ChatGPT to be a very useful tool for expanding ideas. Many times if I have a creative idea, like a short film concept, I can use Chat GPT to create a plethora of different character types and settings that I can choose from, which would have taken a tremendous amount of brain power and thinking to come up with all on my own. This process is collaboration and helps guide my creative process. 

  • What guidelines do you think should be in place to guide the use of Generative AI in an educational institution? What factors should be considered?

I think it should be considered with Generative AI that there is a spectrum of how much assistance it may give a student. One student could use generative AI for 100% of their responses and work, while one student may have used it simply to find more descriptive words for their topic. If generative AI is allowed in an assignment it should require a clear citation for every piece of the assignment that has been created with AI. As well, if a class does allow Chat-GPT, there should be tests/non-Chat-GPT assignments that can display the students real understanding of the course concepts. Through this we can see if a student has just been prompting AI with the material and assignments for the entirety of the class. 

  • How accurate or successful were the learning objects you created using the AI tools?

After using Chat-GPT to create a TPACK model, the model tells me that Craiyon is a great tool for teachers as it allows them to give a way for students to visualize their work and show their understanding. I would say this is a pretty accurate assessment and accounts for the fact that students will also themselves need to learn how to properly prompt AI image generators. Using Craiyon to display their learning, accurate prompting is highly important because every word and combination of words will change the output and if a student cannot effectively prompt the AI, then the image results will be a poor demonstration of their understanding. 

  • What might you use AI tools for moving forward?

 I will continue to use Chat GPT for what I like to call “creative expansion” because the range/amount of outputs it can give you, almost instantly, helps the creative process, as well as broadens the content of whatever I may be creating.

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