ISR Artificial Intelligence Monthly Spotlight
Our ISR Artificial Intelligence Monthly Spotlight is an exciting initiative that showcases innovative AI projects led by our esteemed teachers and staff members at ISR. Each month, we highlight a different project that demonstrates how our students are engaging with cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies and exploring their impact on education and beyond. Through these spotlights, we not only celebrate our students’ achievements, but also provide insights into how AI is shaping the future of learning and innovation at ISR.
AI Spotlight November 2025
For our latest #AI Spotlight, we are excited to announce that #ISR has begun integrating a new AI Pilot Program in collaboration with Google for #Education, featuring Gemini for Education, Google Classroom, and Notebook LM. This pilot is currently being tested by our Grade 7 and Grade 8 students, along with several ISR staff members, who are helping us explore how these innovative tools can best support teaching and learning across our school.
The platform offers a range of powerful, education-focused features: students can generate photos, audio overviews, video lessons, quizzes, and flashcards, all tailored to their individual learning needs. They can even turn a book chapter into an interactive audio lesson, create personalized video lessons on specific topics, and generate adaptive quizzes that explain why an answer is incorrect and guide them toward the correct solution.
Gemini for Learning is designed exclusively for educational environments and can only be licensed through schools, ensuring strong data protection and safeguarding both students and the organization. All activity remains within a secure, school-managed environment, supporting safe and responsible use of AI in education.
We look forward to gathering feedback from students and staff as we continue exploring how AI can enhance #learning at ISR, marking another step forward in preparing our students with the digital skills they need for the future.
A special thank-you to Mr. Nisic for organizing this pilot! We are proud to be one of the first schools in Germany to receive this test license and excited to see our students gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools that help them learn more efficiently and make the most of their academic journey.
AI Spotlight October 2025
Our new AI Spotlight shines on an exciting project from our dedicated German teacher, Mr. Kroenke, and his Grade 9 Regular class, where our students embarked on an exciting journey with Franz Kafka’s short parable “Kleine Fabel.” They brought the story to life by turning the parable into a comic strip, first by sketching their own visual interpretations and then using ChatGPT to elevate their artwork – sharpening lines and adding vibrant colors while keeping the essence of their original ideas and layout intact.
This project invited our students to dive deeper into Kafka’s parable, encouraging thoughtful reflection on its meaning, tone, and symbolism. Through translating words into images with the help of AI, learning became a dynamic blend of creativity and critical thinking.
We thank Mr. Kroenke for inspiring this innovative project, and we are proud of such initiatives at ISR that nurture creativity and empower our students to engage thoughtfully with literature and technology!
AI Spotlight July 2025
This week’s ISR AI Spotlight highlights an inspiring collaboration with Vodafone, as two IT specialists visited our Grade 3 students to introduce an exciting new way to present projects for Science and Social Studies by using a virtual cube.
This innovative tool allowed our students to switch between ready-made educational templates, designed by experts, and their own imaginative creations. Whether students chose to present their work as a vibrant poster or an interactive 3D experience, they were able to showcase what they had learned in class, through independent or group research, and even explore insights generated by AI-enhanced reality. Our students were incredibly excited to work with the virtual cube, eagerly exploring its features and embracing the opportunity to present their ideas in such a creative and interactive way.
We sincerely thank Vodafone for their visit and for bringing this exciting technology to our students!
AI Spotlight June 2025
In this month’s ISR AI Spotlight video, our students share their positive experiences using Khan Academy, especially in Mathematics. They explain how the platform helps them study for exams and deepen their understanding of challenging topics. Our Mathematics Teacher, Mr. Nišić, not only demonstrates how Khan Academy uses artificial intelligence to assign personalized tasks and support each student’s learning journey but also showcases the many different features and tools the platform offers. We implemented Khan Academy at ISR last year, and it has quickly become an integral part of our learning environment. The video also features a practical example of a student working directly with Khan Academy, giving viewers an inside look at how the platform is integrated into our classrooms.
Khan Academy is a free, world-class online learning platform that empowers learners of all ages to study at their own pace, both in and out of the classroom. With practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard, Khan Academy focuses on skill mastery and individualized support. By utilizing artificial intelligence—such as with its AI-powered tutor, Khanmigo—the platform delivers tailored guidance, feedback, and assignments that adapt to each student’s needs, making learning more effective and engaging.
We are proud to offer our students such great opportunities to study better, learn smarter, and prepare for their futures with the support of advanced technologies.
AI Spotlight May 2025
In this AI Spotlight, we are thrilled to introduce you to a very special member of our team – Nao, our humanoid robot! Working closely with our IT Department, Nao brings technology to life and makes learning an exciting adventure for our students at ISR!
In this engaging interview, Nao shares what it loves about being part of an international school community and how it supports students with their projects. From breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps to sparking creativity, Nao combines a sharp mind with a great sense of humor to keep the classroom atmosphere light and inspiring.
Don’t miss this captivating and fun conversation with Nao – we are sure you will enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed making it!
AI Spotlight April 2025
This month’s AI Spotlight highlights the creative project in our SEA Robotics Class, led by our teacher Mr. Nisic, where students worked collaboratively to design the back cover for this year’s ISR Yearbook. Using ChatGPT, the students explored innovative ways to generate images, showcasing their creativity and technical skills while engaging in a structured, step-by-step process.
The students worked individually on their computers, crafting back cover concepts by using prompts in ChatGPT. This approach emphasized the importance of prompt optimization, allowing them to experiment with AI-generated visuals and progressively build their designs layer by layer. Each step involved critical thinking and problem-solving, enabling students to better understand how AI tools can be used for creative projects.
While you can see the initial designs, the final cover has not yet been revealed. Over the next few weeks, the students will continue refining their work in collaboration with ChatGPT, ensuring that the final design represents ISR’s values and creativity. This ongoing process demonstrates how AI can be used not only to create stunning visuals but also to foster teamwork and innovation among students.
This initiative underscores how artificial intelligence is transforming traditional tasks into dynamic learning experiences. We eagerly await the unveiling of the final back cover design and commend Mr. Nisic for his dedication and guidance throughout this project!
AI Spotlight March 2025
This month’s ISR AI Spotlight highlights an exciting fusion of art and artificial intelligence in our Grade 11 Art classes. The project is part of a Printmaking Block. Our students have been exploring AI-driven image generation to generate and refine imagery to help create imagery for linocut printmaking projects, seamlessly merging traditional artistic techniques with cutting-edge technology.
Linocut printing is a relief printmaking technique where an image is carefully carved into a sheet of linoleum using specialized tools. The raised, uncarved areas of the block are then coated with ink and pressed onto paper or fabric to create a print. This method allows for striking contrasts, intricate details, and bold artistic expression, making it a unique and highly creative medium.
Through hands-on experimentation, our students delved into AI-powered tools like Microsoft Co-Pilot, ChatGPT, Canva, Aiease.ai, Bing Co-Pilot, and Craiyon to generate and refine artistic prompts. Our students began by brainstorming metaphors for their personal characteristics- a different kind of self-portrait. They experimented with the same prompt using different ai generation tools to see which worked best for their needs. With these ideas in mind, they applied fundamental artistic principles, focusing on composition, symbolic color use, and light sources.
Once they had their AI-generated designs, our students carefully refined them to ensure they were well-suited for linocut printing. To deepen their understanding, they explored the work of renowned linocut artists such as Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, and M.C. Escher, using their techniques as inspiration for their own creative processes.
This project not only enhanced their critical thinking, creativity, and digital literacy, but also encouraged them to reflect on how AI can be a tool for artistic expression while preserving a personal, human touch.
Congratulations to our Grade 11 students on their outstanding work, and a heartfelt thank you to our Arts teacher, Ms. Henebry, for her dedication in bringing this innovative project to life!
AI Spotlight January 2025
This month, we are excited to share insights from three of our students, who participated in our popular ISR Summer Robotics Camps – led by our Head of IT at ISR, Mr. Aloof.
Our interviewees reflected on their time during the summer camp over the years, describing how it enhanced their understanding of robotics and its real-world applications. They discussed the impact the camp had on their academic journey and highlighted specific skills and knowledge they gained that remain valuable to this day. The students also shared their views on how AI and robotics are shaping the future of education, work, and daily life. They emphasized the importance of young people learning about these technologies and offered advice to those considering joining an ISR Robotics Camp.
A key theme that emerged from the interviews was the profound influence the Robotics Camp had on the students’ perception of AI and its potential. They expressed enthusiasm about the rapid advancements in the field and the opportunities it presents for future innovations. As you may have noticed – ISR’s Robot Nao also joined the interview in the background!
At ISR, we’re proud to offer this unique learning experience to our students. The ISR Robotics Camp not only provides hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology but also encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity – skills that are essential in our increasingly AI-driven world.
We’re excited to announce that information about this year’s ISR Robotics Camp will be shared soon. Please feel free to pre-register your child/children for our ISR Robotics Camp during the summer break if they are interested in participating by following this link: https://www.isr-school.de/isr-summer-program-overview/.
December 2024
Another month, another ISR Artificial Intelligence Spotlight!
We are excited to share another AI project at ISR with you today. Twelve students from our German Class in Grade seven came together and focused on enhancing their argumentation skills in a fun and interactive way. As argumentation competence is a crucial component of oral communication, this project aimed to develop students’ abilities to defend their own viewpoints, empathize with different perspectives, understand others’ motivations, and anticipate counter-arguments.
For this project, one of ISR’s German teachers, Mr. Heller, utilized ArguMentor, an innovative AI tool, which he personalized for this project. This interactive platform simulates competitive debates, allowing students to practice their argumentation skills against AI on various topics. In this instance, our students engaged in a debate about microtransactions in in-game shops, with AI advocating for their benefits while the students had to argue against the program.
The lesson was the conclusion of a four-week teaching unit on the topic of argumentation. Those who performed best in the final exam qualified to participate in the project. Six students from each of the two regular German classes were selected. The project involved three groups of four students. The participants collaboratively developed their arguments and then presented them against the AI’s counterpoints. The AI tool responded to each argument and provided an evaluation, adding an extra layer of learning to the exercise.
At the conclusion of the debate, the AI tool provided a thorough evaluation for each group, including a point system and the selection of a winning team based on the strength of their arguments. Additionally, the AI offered improvement suggestions for each team’s arguments, providing immediate and valuable feedback for future debates. Throughout the process, Mr. Heller was always present to moderate the discussion, ensuring that the AI’s insights were integrated effectively and that the students received comprehensive guidance.
The students’ response to this project was overwhelmingly positive. They appreciated the interactive nature of the exercise and the immediate feedback provided by the AI. However, it’s crucial to note that while AI tools like ArguMentor enhance the learning process, they do not replace the role of teachers. The students themselves recognized this, emphasizing that AI complements rather than substitutes traditional teaching methods.
You can learn more about this exciting project by watching our video, which provides a closer look at the debate simulation and its outcomes!
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Heller for developing and guiding this innovative project at ISR, which has provided a significant and entertaining learning experience for our students. At ISR, we take pride in our ability to implement such innovative projects and tools that enrich our students’ learning experience and prepare them for the future.
November 2024
In our first ISR Artificial Intelligence Monthly Spotlight, we are proud to highlight a recently completed 4-week project that exemplified ISR’s commitment to integrating AI into our daily learning methods. Our Grade 9 students embarked on an exciting journey that combined creativity, technology, and critical thinking under the guidance of our German teacher, Mr. Heller.
In the course of this project, our students worked in expert groups to create presentations on various AI-related topics, including cybernetics, robotics, social media, avatars, the future of online shopping, medicine, the automotive industry and more.
Using the creative platform Canva, our students crafted creative and impressive presentations, flyers, and posters. The project extended beyond visual creation, as our students also utilized cutting-edge AI tools. They generated images with ChatGPT, utilized Canva’s AI for animations, and explored AI image generators to incorporate these images into their presentations and brochures.
We are incredibly proud of our Grade 9 students for embracing this innovative approach to learning in their German class. Their enthusiasm and creativity throughout this project set a high standard for future AI initiatives at ISR. As we continue our ISR AI Monthly Spotlight series, we look forward to sharing more exciting projects that demonstrate our commitment to preparing students for a future where Artificial Intelligence plays an increasingly significant role.
