User Guide
Comprehensive guides for educators using Kai the AI
Overview
Welcome to the Kai the AI User Guide. This section provides comprehensive guides for educators to effectively integrate Kai into their teaching workflows.
Core Workflows
Kai provides several specialized workflows designed to enhance different aspects of teaching and learning:
Real-Time Feedback
Purpose: Get instant insights into student comprehension during class
The Feedback Workflow enables you to: - Request student feedback with one click - Identify topics that need class-wide review - Provide targeted resources for individual students - Adapt your teaching in real-time
Formative Assessment
Purpose: Quick comprehension checks throughout lessons
The Pop Quiz Workflow helps you: - Generate instant quizzes based on recent content - Assess understanding before moving forward - Identify struggling students early - Track progress over time
Content Safety & Moderation
Purpose: Ensure appropriate and safe classroom interactions
The SafeStream Workflow provides: - Real-time content moderation for student submissions - Automated flagging of inappropriate content - Privacy-preserving monitoring - Compliance with institutional policies
Practical Guides
Getting Started
Best Practices
Integration
Troubleshooting
Teaching Scenarios
Scenario 1: Large Lecture Classes
Challenge: Maintaining engagement with 100+ students
Solution: Combine Feedback Workflow and Pop Quiz Workflow 1. Use Pop Quiz to check comprehension every 20 minutes 2. Request feedback at key concept transitions 3. Let Kai identify which topics need review 4. Provide targeted resources for struggling students
Scenario 2: Hybrid Learning
Challenge: Supporting both in-person and remote students
Solution: Leverage asynchronous features 1. Enable SafeStream for online discussions 2. Use Feedback Workflow across both groups 3. Track engagement metrics separately 4. Provide equitable support regardless of format
Scenario 3: Flipped Classroom
Challenge: Ensuring students complete pre-work
Solution: Pre-class assessment and adaptation 1. Assign pre-class content with embedded quizzes 2. Review completion and comprehension data 3. Adjust in-class activities based on results 4. Use class time for targeted support
Feature Matrix
| Feature | Feedback | Pop Quiz | SafeStream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real-time insights | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Student engagement | ✅ | ✅ | ⚪ |
| Content moderation | ⚪ | ⚪ | ✅ |
| Analytics dashboard | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| LMS integration | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Mobile app required | ✅ | ✅ | ⚪ |
Legend: ✅ Full support | ⚪ Partial support
Tips for Success
Don’t try to implement all features at once. Start with one workflow that addresses your biggest challenge, master it, then expand to others.
Take time in the first week to introduce students to Kai. Show them how their participation helps improve the class experience for everyone.
Always review your institution’s data privacy policies and ensure Kai is configured to comply with local regulations (FERPA, GDPR, etc.).
Next Steps
- New Users: Start with the Quick Start Guide
- Experienced Users: Explore Advanced Customization
- Developers: Check out the API Reference
- Need Help: Visit Troubleshooting