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A Teacher’s Guide to Large Language Models

October 6, 2025

In Episode 75 of the The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, co-hosts Anna and Shé explore the transformative potential of AI in the classroom with guest Sara Davila, a self-described “learning alchemist” who excels in transforming theoretical research into actionable strategies for educators. Sara provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of large language models (LLMs), tracing back to early AI research, and highlights their contemporary applications in education. The discussion emphasizes frameworks for teachers’ AI use and AI's potential to enhance teaching while preserving an essential human touch.

“AI is a tool created by human beings to be used by human beings for the improvement of human beings. It's not about replacing humans.”  —Sara Davila

Sara encourages educators to experiment with AI, suggesting that beginning with familiar, low-stakes activities can boost confidence and illuminate AI’s educational benefits. This episode serves as both a guide and an inspiration for teachers looking to embrace AI's educational potential.

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