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Worksheet Generator User Guide

The Worksheet Generator in ClassCraft AI allows educators to create customised worksheets tailored to specific learning outcomes, durations, and teaching styles. This tool supports diverse pedagogical needs by generating activities that are suitable for practice, revision, assessment, or homework.

Features Overview​

  • Customised Content: Generate worksheets aligned to specific topics, units, or outcomes.
  • Duration Flexibility: Configure the estimated time required for the worksheet (10-50 minutes).
  • Purpose-Oriented Design: Create worksheets for practice, revision, assessment, or homework tasks.
  • Collaboration Modes: Select between individual, paired, or small group tasks.
  • Teacher Reference: Automatically includes an answer key or guidance section for educators.

How to Use the Worksheet Generator​

Step 1: Configure​

  1. Search for Unit (Optional):

    • Select a specific unit to align the worksheet with. Unit specifications are pre-loaded if available.
    • Example: Web Technologies 2: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

  2. Focus, Topic, or Outcome:

    • Enter a specific topic or outcome.
    • Example: Outcome 1: Understanding HTML basics.

  3. Worksheet Duration:

    • Select the estimated time learners will need to complete the worksheet.
    • Options: 10, 20, 30, 40, or 50 minutes.

  4. Worksheet Purpose:

    • Choose the intent of the worksheet:
      • Practice Worksheet
      • Revision Worksheet
      • Assessment Worksheet
      • Homework Task

  5. Students Will Be Working:

    • Specify the mode of participation:
      • Individually
      • In Pairs
      • In Small Groups

  6. Resources Needed:

    • List materials required for the worksheet, such as calculators, textbooks, or LMS tools.

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Step 2: Generate Content​

  1. Click the Generate button.

  2. Wait while the worksheet is created. The process may take a few moments depending on complexity.

    Note: The content is AI-assisted and may require refinement for optimal use.

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Reviewing and Refining​

Once the worksheet is generated, you can review and refine the content:

  1. Preview the Worksheet:

    • View questions, sections, and teacher references.
    • Example: Questions on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals.

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  2. Refinement Options:

    • Use buttons to format the worksheet further, such as:
      • Format as Exam Practice
      • Add Practical Application Focus
      • Include Additional Support
      • Focus on Critical Thinking

  3. Teacher Reference:

    • Includes sample answers or explanatory notes for teachers.

Exporting the Worksheet​

  • Download the worksheet in your preferred format:

    • DOCX: Editable format for customisation.

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Feedback and Iteration​

  • Provide feedback using the Good or Bad buttons to help improve the tool.
  • If unsatisfied with the generated content, click Refine & Regenerate to iterate on the worksheet.

Example Usage​

Scenario: You are preparing a 30-minute revision worksheet for a lesson on HTML and CSS.

  1. Configuration:

    • Unit: Web Technologies 2: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
    • Focus: Outcome 1.
    • Duration: 30 minutes.
    • Purpose: Revision Worksheet.
    • Collaboration: Small Groups.
    • Resources: None specified.

  2. Generated Worksheet:

    • Section 1: HTML Fundamentals (Q1-Q2).
    • Section 2: CSS and Styling (Q3-Q4).
    • Section 3: Advanced Topics in JavaScript (Q5-Q8).

  3. Teacher Reference:

    • Includes example answers for all questions. Remember to take note of and remove the example answers before sharing with students.

  4. Export:

    • Download the worksheet as a DOCX for immediate classroom use.

Pedagogical Tips​

  • Purpose Alignment: Ensure the worksheet aligns with the intended learning objectives.
  • Differentiation: Use the collaboration modes and refinement options to adapt tasks for mixed-ability groups.
  • Active Learning: Encourage students to discuss their answers in pairs or groups to promote engagement.
  • Feedback Integration: Use the teacher reference section to provide timely, constructive feedback.

Troubleshooting​

  • If content generation takes longer than 30 seconds:
    • Refresh the page and try again.
  • In case of repeated issues, submit feedback via the Bad button with specific details.

ClassCraft AI continues to enhance this tool to ensure reliability and faster generation times. Thank you for your patience as we improve!