Learn how to use AI to identify rich, cross-disciplinary connections and themes.

Discover how AI can support collaborative planning and resource curation across departments.

Understand how to use AI ethically to design authentic, inquiry-driven learning experiences.

Rethink Your IDUs. Reimagine What's Possible.

Designing truly interdisciplinary units is challenging—but AI can help. This course offers practical strategies for using AI to build meaningful, connected learning experiences across subjects. Learn how to spark student inquiry, streamline planning, and foster collaboration, all while keeping authenticity and equity at the heart of your IDUs.

Meet Rita Bateson

Rita is the Co-founder and Director of Education at Eblana Learning. She is a renowned educator, author, and mentor with over 20 years in international education. A former Senior Curriculum Manager at IB Global Headquarters, she was also the founding Head of School for an IB continuum school. Rita now focuses on helping schools ethically embrace AI, offering expert guidance to navigate rapid technological change.

Meet Kim House

Kimberly is an experienced Educational Technology Specialist with a passion for innovation in international education. She has led transformative initiatives like a schoolwide ePortfolio program and integration of STEM and robotics into the curriculum. Certified in Google Education and Apple Distinguished Education, Kimberly aims to empower teachers and students through technology.

Curriculum

8 Chapters · 23 Lessons

  1. 1

    AI and Interdisciplinary Learning

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      Course Welcome

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      Course Structure

  2. 2

    Engage

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      Getting Started

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      Course Overview

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      Reflect

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      Pre-Course Reflection

  3. 3

    Explore the Big Ideas

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      What is Interdisciplinary Learning?

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      Quick Read

  4. 4

    Explain the Requirements

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      How AI Enhances Interdisciplinary Curriculum Planning?

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      ChatGPT as a Brainstorming Partner

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    Elaborate on the Implementation in Schools

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      From 'Why' to 'How'

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      Demo: Combining Data and Infographic Creation

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      Demo: Using Gems or Custom GPTs to Support Learning

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      Making Interdisciplinary Units Work

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      Demo: Goblin Tools to Support Students

  6. 6

    Evaluate your Interdisciplinary Understanding and Delivery

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      Evaluate the Implementation of Interdisciplinary Work

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      Case Study: The Sustainable Futures Project

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      Measuring the Impact of AI

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      Closing Remarks

  7. 7

    Embedding Your Learning

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      Embed

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      Recommendations

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      Proximal Assessment

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    Extend

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      Extend

Connecting the Dots with AI

With the right tools and mindset, AI can transform your IDUs from siloed projects into meaningful, future-focused learning experiences.

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