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Save Hours with AI: Standards-Aligned Science Lessons in a Click
Thursday, October 9, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
Presented by Kerry Richmond, M.Ed., Former Educator, Current K-12 STEM Specialist, JoVE; and Shauna Carlson, AI Integration Specialist and Marketing Director, JoVE
Sponsored by JoVE
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Planning engaging, standards-aligned science lessons often takes hours of preparation—time that educators rarely have. This edWebinar introduces free AI-powered tools that streamline lesson planning while maintaining instructional quality and integrity.
The goal of the session is to equip middle and high school science educators, department heads, and curriculum developers with practical strategies to save time and enhance student learning. Viewers see how these tools instantly generate complete lesson packages—including slides, quizzes, worksheets, and supplemental videos—that make complex concepts easier for students to understand. They support NGSS, state-specific standards, and AP course alignment, providing flexibility across multiple frameworks.
Learning objectives include:
- Discovering how AI can reduce planning time while preserving instructional rigor
- Using supplemental videos to boost student comprehension of challenging topics
- Applying AI-created lessons for PLC collaboration, sub plans, or everyday teaching
- Understanding responsible and effective AI use in light of emerging district policies
Viewers see live demonstrations, review ready-to-use examples, and have the opportunity to receive free access to the AI tools showcased in the session. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school science educators, department heads, and curriculum developers, as well as school and district leaders.
About the Presenters
Kerry Richmond is a dedicated K-12 STEM Specialist and Account Executive with a passion for enhancing science education. She holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in educational leadership and administration and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in secondary education and teaching from Concord University. Kerry spent nearly 15 years as a high school science teacher in Mercer County Schools, West Virginia, before serving as a math and science coordinator for the West Virginia Board of Education. With extensive experience in developing and implementing STEM curricula, she collaborates with educators to integrate innovative teaching strategies and resources into classrooms, aiming to improve student outcomes in STEM subjects. In her current role, she supports teachers and administrators in creating dynamic, interactive learning environments that inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Shauna Carlson is an AI Integration Specialist and Marketing Director who leads the K-12 marketing team at JoVE. An early adopter of AI, she has leveraged it extensively in her professional and personal life. Shauna uses AI to develop campaigns, draft presentations, write emails and advertisements, and streamline workflows. At home, she applies AI to help her kids with math homework and tackle everyday challenges. Her innovative approach to AI integration showcases its potential to enhance efficiency, creativity, and engagement in education and beyond.
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JoVE empowers science educators with time-saving, standards-aligned video resources designed to engage students and improve outcomes. With a library of 20,000+ STEM videos—including lab demonstrations, core concept animations, and real-world applications—JoVE helps teachers bring science to life while reducing prep time. These videos support diverse learning styles and align with NGSS, AP, and state standards, making them ideal for supplementing core curricula or addressing gaps after a new adoption. JoVE’s new AI-powered teaching tools make it even easier to generate customized lesson plans, quizzes, slides, and worksheets based on specific topics, standards, or grade levels. Whether you’re introducing a challenging concept or reinforcing learning across modalities, JoVE provides the tools to make science more accessible and impactful.
