From chaos to clarity: Using AI to make sense of challenging lessons

When a lesson doesn’t go to plan, teachers are often left wondering what went wrong and how to fix it. This session explores how AI can be used as a practical reflective tool to unpack those “pear-shaped” lessons in real time. By aligning reflections with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, AI can help identify gaps in engagement, differentiation, and clarity, giving teachers a starting point for meaningful improvement. This isn’t about replacing professional judgement—it’s about supporting it, turning AI into a coaching partner that helps make sense of the moments when teaching feels most uncertain.