Pearl AI Assistant Guide

Your intelligent teaching companion

Pearl is your AI-powered teaching assistant, designed to help you create engaging lessons, generate assessments, and streamline your teaching workflow.

Getting Started

First Steps
  1. Access Pearl from your dashboard
  2. Choose your subject area
  3. Select grade level
  4. Start creating content
Pro tip: Be specific with your requirements to get the most relevant results.

Lesson Planning with Pearl

Overview

Pearl's lesson plan generator creates comprehensive, standards-aligned lesson plans by combining AI technology with OECS curriculum requirements. The system processes your inputs through multiple stages to generate personalized, inclusive lesson plans that accommodate diverse learning needs.

Core Components

1. Basic Information Input

  • Subject Selection: Choose from core subjects including Mathematics, Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies
  • Grade Level: Specify the target grade (Kindergarten through Grade 6)
  • Topic: Enter the specific topic or concept to be taught
  • Learning Outcomes: Define clear, measurable objectives for the lesson

2. Classroom Context

  • Student Count: Specify the number of students to optimize group activities and management strategies
  • Duration: Set the lesson length for appropriate pacing and content coverage
  • Learning Styles: Indicate predominant learning styles to ensure diverse teaching approaches
  • Available Technology: List technological resources to incorporate digital learning elements

3. Special Needs Accommodation

Special Needs Selection: Choose from 11 categories including:

  • Visual/Hearing Impairments
  • Physical Disabilities
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Autism Spectrum
  • ADHD
  • ESL Learners

Detailed Accommodations: Provide specific information about required modifications and support strategies

Generation Process

1. Curriculum Alignment

The system first accesses the OECS curriculum database to ensure alignment with standard requirements for the selected subject and grade level.

2. Content Development

The lesson plan is structured into key sections:

  • Introduction/Hook
  • Learning Objectives
  • Materials and Resources
  • Step-by-step Lesson Development
  • Hands-on Activities
  • Discussion Questions
  • Assessment Methods
  • Differentiation Strategies
  • Closure
  • Extensions/Homework

3. Special Needs Integration

When special needs are specified, the system:

  • Incorporates specific accommodations throughout each section
  • Adds modified materials and resources
  • Includes alternative assessment methods
  • Suggests classroom arrangement modifications

4. Reference Integration

The system can incorporate content from provided reference URLs to enhance lesson content with additional resources and materials.

Post-Generation Features

  • Download Options: Export lesson plans as PDF or Word documents
  • Editing Capability: Modify generated content through the conversation interface
  • Enhancement Suggestions: Receive AI-powered recommendations for improvement
  • Resource Links: Access suggested supplementary materials and activities

Best Practices

  • Provide detailed learning outcomes for more targeted content
  • Include specific information about student needs and abilities
  • Be explicit about available resources and technology
  • Review and customize generated plans to match your teaching style
  • Use the conversation feature to refine and enhance the lesson plan

Creating Assessments

Assessment Types
  • Multiple choice questions
  • Short answer prompts
  • Project rubrics
  • Performance assessments
Note: Mix different question types for comprehensive assessment.

Content Generation

Generate Various Content Types
  • Worksheets and handouts
  • Discussion prompts
  • Activity instructions
  • Learning objectives

Universal Design for Learning Integration

UDL Principles in Practice
Multiple Means of Engagement
  • Customizable motivation strategies
  • Varied learning approaches
  • Student choice options
Multiple Means of Representation
  • Visual learning supports
  • Audio alternatives
  • Multi-modal content
Multiple Means of Action/Expression
  • Diverse assessment options
  • Alternative response methods
  • Flexible submission formats

Technical Requirements

System Requirements
  • Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
  • Stable internet connection
  • Minimum 1024x768 screen resolution
Note: Pearl works best with the latest browser versions for optimal performance and security.

Privacy and Data Usage

Data Protection
  • End-to-end encryption for all communications
  • No permanent storage of generated content
  • GDPR and COPPA compliant
  • Regular security audits and updates
Important: Never include sensitive student information in your prompts.

Best Practices

Tips for Success
  • ✨ Be specific with your requirements
  • 📝 Review and customize generated content
  • 🎯 Start with clear learning objectives
  • 🔄 Iterate and refine as needed

Example Uses

Lesson Enhancement
  • Generate creative activities
  • Create differentiated materials
  • Develop extension activities
Assessment Creation
  • Generate question banks
  • Create rubrics
  • Design project guidelines

Support and Resources

Getting Help
Direct Support
  • 📧 [email protected]
  • 💬 Live chat support (Mon-Fri, 9AM-5PM)
  • 📞 Technical support hotline
Additional Resources
Pro tip: Check our FAQ section first for quick answers to common questions.