Writing Across Curriculum
Module 3: AI and Technology Integration in Writing Instruction

Lesson 1: Leveraging AI for Writing (ChatGPT, Grammarly, AI Assistants)

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IN THIS LESSON

We explore how AI-powered tools can support students in planning, drafting, revising, and reflecting on their writing—without replacing their voices or critical thinking. You’ll learn how to guide students in using AI ethically, strategically, and purposefully.

Rather than relying on AI to write for them, students will learn to use AI as a thinking partner—to brainstorm, get unstuck, build vocabulary, or review their own work.

🎯 By the end of this lesson, you will:

✅ Understand what AI writing tools can (and can’t) do
✅ Help students use tools like ChatGPT and Grammarly as scaffolds, not shortcuts
✅ Identify classroom routines where AI can support writing
✅ Introduce responsible use policies and digital literacy practices
✅ Access AI writing prompt guides, student use agreements, and feedback examples

Action Plan

  • 📰 Helpful Articles & Blog Posts

    1. “How AI Tools Like ChatGPT Can Support Student Writing” – Edutopia
      Discusses AI’s role in brainstorming, revising, and supporting writing without undermining student voice.
      🔗 Read on Edutopia

    2. “Using AI in the Classroom: What Teachers Need to Know” – Common Sense Education
      Covers the do’s and don’ts of using AI in educational spaces.
      🔗 Explore the Guide

    3. “Student-Centered AI Integration” – ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education)
      Offers ethical considerations, sample classroom use cases, and equity concerns.
      🔗 Read on ISTE

    • The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education by Daniel Fitzpatrick

    • Teach Boldly: Using EdTech for Social Good by Jennifer Williams

    • The Algorithmic Turn – Article collection on AI, equity, and education (Harvard Graduate School of Education)

  • YouTube (approx. 7 min)
    A concise overview of how teachers can guide students to use AI tools like ChatGPT for brainstorming, drafting, and revision—while keeping the focus on student voice and critical thinking.

    🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEQR60Es9pU YouTube

  • “Where can AI offer support in your students’ writing process—and where must you still protect the power of human voice and struggle?”