Introducing Brisk: AI Chrome extension with super-powers ?

I’m excited to share that as of this school year, I’ve taken on a new role at my school as the Head of Digital Integrations. In this role, my primary focus is to constantly explore and implement new tools—especially those powered by AI—that can enhance both our teachers' work and our students' learning outcomes.

Given my daily engagement with the AI field, this opportunity couldn’t have come at a better time. I now get to channel my passion for technology and curiosity about AI into testing innovative ideas in practice, while also empowering both teachers and students to harness these advancements.

One of the goals of this newsletter is to share my findings with you, so we can all stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving landscape.

Recently, I had the pleasure of watching an excellent back-to-school AI webinar for the 2024/25 school year, hosted by Dan Fitzpatrick . It featured several educators sharing insightful ideas and practical tools on how to integrate AI into education.

I encourage you to check the full webinar recording below.

One of the tools that really caught my attention in this webinar is Brisk, a powerful AI-powered Chrome extension designed specifically for educators. Brisk integrates seamlessly with platforms like Google Docs, YouTube, and Google Slides, allowing teachers to create, assess, and differentiate learning materials.

What makes Brisk truly stand out is its simplicity. Whatever content you come across in your browser—whether it's an article or a video—becomes the foundation for Brisk to generate a variety of teaching materials. Just activate the extension, and let the magic unfold!

Get ready to meet Brisk, and watch as your teaching experience transforms like never before.

Let’s dive in!

What are the key features of Brisk?

1. Efficient Lesson Creation ??

Brisk simplifies the process of creating educational resources. With just a few clicks, you can generate:

- Quizzes, lesson plans, and slide decks from scratch

- Creative content like jokes or songs for your lessons

- Administrative documents such as emails or newsletters directly within Google Docs

2. Quick, Targeted Feedback ???

Providing personalised feedback is a breeze.

- Automatically generates feedback for student work based on your rubrics

- Highlights areas that need attention, while you personalize the final 20%

- Tracks student progress and flags potential AI-generated content

3. Automatic Quiz and Presentation Generation ???

Brisk turns YouTube videos or online articles into interactive quizzes and slide presentations, saving hours of prep time. Simply:

- Select the source material (e.g., a YouTube video)

- Customize the format, number of questions, or slide details

- Generate the quiz or presentation instantly, complete with answer keys and aligned to academic standards

4. Easy Differentiation ??

Adapting learning materials to suit all your students is effortless with Brisk. You can:

- Adjust reading levels for articles

- Translate content for non-native English speakers

- Edit and tailor materials to meet diverse student needs

Recently, I shared Brisk with the Heads of Departments (HODs) at our school, and I’ve already started receiving fantastic feedback. The tool has led to noticeable improvements in both efficiency and creativity when it comes to developing teaching materials. It’s exciting to see how these kind of AI-powered tools can be useful in practice.

How can I get started?

1. Install Brisk: Add the Brisk extension from the Chrome Web Store and pin it to your toolbar for easy access.

2. Sign In: Set up your account using your Google credentials.

3. Start Creating:

• In Google Docs or on YouTube, simply click the Brisk icon to generate quizzes, provide feedback, or create presentations in just minutes.
• When viewing an online article, click the Brisk icon to instantly transform it into the teaching materials you need.
• You can also upload your own documents and use Brisk to enhance them in context, making your workflow even smoother.

How much do I have to pay?

One of the great things about Brisk is that you can start using 80% of its features right away without paying or even creating an account. Just install the Chrome extension, and you're ready to go! If you opt for the paid version, you'll unlock additional features like targeted feedback, along with other advanced options that further streamline lesson creation and student assessment, making it an even more powerful tool for educators.

And there you have it! A quick introduction to this amazing AI tool to boost your creativity and productivity. I hope this article inspires you to experiment with Brisk and discover its potential in your work. If you do, I’d love to hear your thoughts and specific use cases from your subject area.

Until then, feel free to share this article with your colleagues and spread the word. If you haven’t subscribed to my newsletter yet, now’s the perfect time—stay curious and stay tuned!

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