Best AI tools for teachers
Updated · Prices change often; confirm on each tool's site.
Teachers get the most out of ChatGPT for lesson plans, worksheets and quiz questions, plus a slide generator: MagicSlides turns text, a PDF or a YouTube video into slides, and Gamma builds a designed deck from a prompt. All three have free plans.
AI can take hours off lesson prep: drafting plans, differentiating worksheets and turning notes into slides.
Our top 3 picks
ChatGPT
Drafts lesson plans, differentiated worksheets, rubrics and quiz questions for any grade level. Free plan; Plus $20/mo.
MagicSlides
Turns a topic, text, PDF or YouTube video into Google Slides or PowerPoint slides. Free plan.
Gamma
Builds a polished, designed deck or one-pager from a prompt or your notes. Free plan.
How to do it
- Tell ChatGPT the grade, subject, standard and lesson length, and ask for a lesson plan with a starter, activities and an exit ticket.
- Ask for the same worksheet at two or three difficulty levels for differentiation.
- Turn the plan or a video you'll show into slides with MagicSlides or Gamma.
- Review everything for accuracy and fit before class.
FAQ
Can AI make worksheets?
Yes. Ask ChatGPT for the questions and answer key, then paste them into Google Docs or a Canva template for layout.
Is it safe to put student information into AI tools?
Avoid it. Don't paste names, grades or other personal student data, and follow your school or district's AI and privacy policy.
Which AI is best for making lesson slides?
MagicSlides if you want Google Slides or PowerPoint files, Gamma if you want a quick, polished design. See our presentations guide.
Also worth a look
Long-form writing, editing long documents, nuanced tone · Free plan · Pro $20/mo
AI auto-scheduling of tasks and calendar · From ~$19/mo
Google's AI assistant, built into Gmail and Docs on paid plans · Free plan · AI Pro $19.99/mo
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We match tools to the task, not to commissions. Several of the best tools we recommend (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Cursor) pay us nothing. Picks come from a curated, hand-checked list and are refreshed regularly. See our method and affiliate disclosure.
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