Homeschooling with Technology

Homeschooling with Technology


How I Use AI to Kickstart Creativity

July 02, 2025
330:  How I Use AI to Kickstart Creativity

Use AI to kickstart creativity—yes, it’s possible! In this episode, Meryl van der Merwe shares seven practical ways she uses AI tools like ChatGPT to spark and support creative thinking. Hopefully, this will give you ideas on how you can use AI as a helpful collaborator when you’re stuck or overwhelmed.

Topics Covered:

  • Why AI isn’t truly creative—but can still inspire you

  • Brainstorming podcast, blog, and social media content

  • Getting help with catchy titles and outlines

  • Using AI to structure new classes and unit studies

  • Creating graphics and visual content

  • Designing engaging, interactive lesson plans (like a gas shortage simulation!)

  • Even getting help in the kitchen with meal planning

  • Supporting kids’ storytelling with AI-generated characters

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