How AI can level up the way you teach | Kris Alexander | TEDxLakeheadU
In "How AI Can Level Up the Way You Teach," Dr. Kris Alexander shares how artificial intelligence transforms how he educates, both in the classroom and at home.Drawing on personal stories as a father, husband and educator, he shows how AI can create more engaging, personalized learning experiences. With energy and clarity, Dr. Alexander makes the case that AI isn’t about replacing teachers; it’s about empowering them to connect, adapt, and inspire like never before.
Through his talk, Dr. Alexander invites educators to embrace AI not as a replacement for traditional teaching methods but as a powerful ally in creating more dynamic and inclusive learning environments. His insights underscore the transformative potential of AI when used with intention and empathy in education. Dr. Kris Alexander is an educational technology innovator and professor reimagining how we prepare future educators. With a PhD in Educational Technology from Concordia University and degrees from Toronto Metropolitan University, he bridges traditional teaching with game design, AI, and digital tools. A globally ranked gamer and passionate educator, Dr. Alexander integrates gaming and emerging tech into learning environments—from elementary to post-secondary. He uses platforms like Twitch for accessible office hours and leverages AI to enhance lecture delivery. His work, rooted in research and personal experience as a parent and professor, showcases how technology can make education more inclusive, engaging, and effective. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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