5 Books On AI In Education And Why You Should Read Them

I’ve read far too many books on ChatGPT and artificial intelligence.

Almost all of them are a waste of time when it comes to applying them to education.

But, there are five books educators on LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook have recommended. And it’s these five books I recommend to every educator exploring AI.

I’ve authored a best-seller for educators on artificial intelligence, “The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education,” and I’m currently working on a practical guide for leaders on AI strategy. Being deeply immersed in the world of AI books for educators, I can confidently say that whether you are new to AI, experimenting with it, or already incorporating it into your practices, these are books worth your time:

AI for Educators is a readable guide that translates AI through a teacher lens.

It offers practical ideas you can use in class right away. It unlocks powerful ways to streamline teaching, save time and paints a picture of the future our students will face, providing questions you can help them grapple with.

Dana Leonardo, a technology integration educator from Gilbert, Arizona, praises the book for its clarity and practical advice: “Miller’s book gets at the heart of what educators need to know about AI, including practical applications, benefits, and cautions. This text brilliantly explains how and why we need to use AI as a tool, while leveraging our most valuable asset—our humanity.”

Salman Khan, the visionary behind Khan Academy, explores how AI and GPT technology will transform learning.

Khan offers a road map for teachers, parents and students to navigate this exciting new world. Beyond technology, Khan delves into the ethical and social implications of AI, providing insights on how administrators, guidance counselors and hiring managers can harness AI to build a more accessible education system.

Kevin Soli, a homeschooling parent from Papua New Guinea, highlights the book’s value: “I homeschool my children so this book is very encouraging for me as a parent. ChatGPT is like your tech-buddy—not just to answer your prompts but to prompt you too, asking probing questions that challenge assumptions, clarify concepts and encourage deeper dialogue.”

Furze explores the opportunities and challenges of AI in education.

He offers insights into its workings and ethical considerations. The book guides readers through the construction and ethics of generative AI, navigates policy landscapes and provides practical strategies. It has detailed sections on text and image generation and preparations for multimodal technologies like video, audio and 3D generation.

Al Kingsley, chair of Hampton Academies Trust in the UK, emphasizes the book’s approach: “This is an excellent book. It’s highly accessible, evidence informed and structured to step you through AI basics, ethics and assessment.”

Teaching with AI By Jose Antonio Bowen And C. Edward Watson

Bowen and Watson present emerging and powerful research on the seismic changes AI is already creating in schools and the workplace, providing invaluable insights into what AI can accomplish in the classroom and beyond.

Dr. Heather M. Brown, an instructional designer from Virginia, shared, “The book resonates with me because it adopts a holistic view of AI’s potential, challenging us to embrace this revolution as an opportunity to reimagine education.”

The key to successfully integrating any digital tool, according to Clark, is to focus on the deep learning and masterful pedagogy teachers can achieve amidst educational shifts.

The AI Infused Classroom emphasizes that AI will bring about changes, but it does not replace the need for well-trained and highly qualified teachers in the classroom. Students need educators’ guidance now more than ever to prepare for the world of AI. With the right mindset, questions and strategies, educators can use AI to create and broaden meaningful learning experiences for every student.

Bonus

The AI Classroom and most of the books listed above tackle the issues of ethics and equity in AI education. But educators always welcome more guidance on this topic. That’s why I’m looking forward to the upcoming book, “The Promises and Perils of AI in Education” by Ken Shelton and Dee Lanier. It’s not published yet, but it should be available soon.

One Reminder Before You Go

Reading is great, but applying what you read is better.

Reading books on AI in education feels productive. And it is! Until a certain point. Then, it turns into procrastination disguised as “research.” How do you avoid falling into this trap?

Easy—start integrating AI into your educational practices every day.