Technology in the classroom is here to stay. According to an eSchool News report, 92% of K-12 schools in the U.S. use interactive displays or smartboards, often complementing 1:1 device policies, such as a Chromebook for each student.
If you’re a K-12 educator, chances are you use these tech tools daily to teach and engage your students. You might already be playing around with artificial intelligence (AI) functions to automate tasks such as data analysis and creating assessments. With the explosion of development in the field of AI, new features are emerging constantly. Let’s look at how AI-powered features on the new Samsung Interactive Display WAF Series can take you and your students to new heights of efficiency and learning power.
A simpler way to search
Circle to Search with Google gives you a new way to search. When you’re teaching at an interactive whiteboard such as the WAF Interactive Display, Circle to Search with Google gives you an easy way to search the internet directly from the display — without having to open a new app or type in a search term. Simply circle the image or text, and results pop up in an overlaid window.
To launch Circle to Search with Google on the WAF, all you have to do is click on the AI Assistant icon, and a pop up will appear on the screen with the features to use. You can use Circle to Search with Google to dig deeper on any subject or presentation. For example, if you’re teaching astronomy and have a picture of the solar system on display, circle a planet and immediately access information about its name, size, distance from Earth and more.
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Want to see the definition of a word? Select it with Circle to Search, and the definition will pop up. You can also circle a word, phrase or image and add a specific question to your search — for example, “What is the linguistic origin of this word?”
As a teacher, Circle to Search with Google gives you instant superpowers. If you’re teaching a multi-step math problem, you can circle the equation and bring up step-by-step instructions, including video tutorials and images. These added resources can give your students the support they need not only to know the solution but also to understand the path to get there.
Circle to Search with Google is similar to Google Lens, a feature available on Google devices, such as your students’ Chromebooks. Google Lens is an on-screen tool that scans and searches what’s displayed, whether that be selected text or an image. When you model how to use Circle to Search with Google on the big screen in your classroom, students may be emboldened to experiment with using Google Lens on their own devices.
The possibilities for Circle to Search with Google are endless, but it’s not the only AI feature you’ll want to use on the Samsung WAF.
Transcribe and summarize lessons effortlessly
What if you had a classroom assistant who could instantly transcribe lectures and compile written summaries of every lesson you teach? Now you do.
With the transcription tool on the WAF Series, you can ensure students have access to accurate, detailed notes anytime they need them, enhancing learning and retention for all.
Activated by an on-screen button, WAF’s AI Assistant tool has a voice transcription feature that lets you capture your voice through a webcam or microphone while presenting a lesson or lecture.
When you’re done teaching the lesson, you can access the full transcription and share it with students with IEPs or needing note-taking help. Automating these tasks alone is a huge time-saver, but the AI Assistant takes it to the next level. Using Generative AI (GenAI), it can create a summary of the lesson, automatically populating headers for each section with a sentence or two and a timestamp where those points were made so students can skip to the specific section in the recording or transcript when they need more details.
Using GenAI to create a summary is an easy way to gain significant efficiency — and help your students better grasp the big picture of what you’re trying to communicate. You can generate study guides, lecture notes and more.
Classroom safeguards for AI use
While most teachers want to learn how to use AI to teach students to use it responsibly, both administrators and educators have legitimate concerns about data privacy, overreliance on AI sources and student misuse. Let’s answer some frequently asked questions about using AI tools in the classroom:
- Can I disable AI tools on the Samsung WAF? Yes, IT administrators can easily turn off AI tools on the Samsung WAF if desired. You can disable the app across the entire building or district, just as you can disable any app that appears on Samsung displays.
- Are the AI tools subject to my school’s network security parameters? Yes, all data is still going through the network and utilizing any software security you have set up. AI tools and data will not bypass the school’s network settings and restrictions.
- Why is it helpful to show students the safe use of AI? Across industries and technologies, AI tools are here to stay. Students benefit from learning how to use AI wisely and safely. Model how to pull out layers of information — such as steps to solve a math problem — that will help them gain understanding and proficiency. It’s not there to do the work for them; it’s there to support their learning.
- How can I get started with AI in my classroom? If you’re nervous about it, play around and see what AI tools can do before adding them to a classroom lesson. Set up planning sessions with colleagues to test new tools and see how they work. Once you understand the tools, use your imagination to decide how to use them for your content area.
Experiment, try new things and pursue your curiosity — and be patient with yourself as you learn. New technology in the classroom can empower teachers to create more engaging, personalized and interactive learning experiences, ultimately enhancing student outcomes and fostering a deeper understanding of the material.
You can find the right classroom display for your students’ needs — and for your budget — by exploring Samsung’s full lineup of versatile interactive displays. And discover how simple, scalable and secure display solutions can empower educators to take control of the curriculum in this free guide.
