AI1 Lesson1:What is Artificial Intelligence?

A complete, ready-to-teach KS3 Artificial Intelligence lesson with worksheets, answers, poster task, SEN scaffolds, and full classroom support.

This comprehensive KS3 Lesson introduces students to Artificial Intelligence through clear explanations, myth-busting activities and engaging, structured tasks. Designed for high-impact delivery, it includes everything needed for a full lesson, SEN-inclusive support, and ready-to-print materials.

Students learn what AI really is, where it appears in daily life, and how to distinguish real AI from simple automation. They explore key examples such as Face ID, spam filters and recommendation systems, then apply their understanding through the popular AI Spotter Challenge and a ‘What is AI?’ mini poster task.

Included resources:

FOLDER: Teacher

AI1_1 Lessonplan.docx - inspection ready - see below.
AI1_1 Teacherpresentation.pptx - fully scripted
AI1_1 AI spotterchallenge ANS
AI1_1 Coverwork ANS

FOLDER: Resources

AI1_1 AI spotter challenge.docx
AI1_1 Poster.png

AI poster.png

FOLDER: Support

AI1_1 Key vocabulary.docx

FOLDER: Cover

AI1_1 Coverwork.docx
AI1_1 Studentpresentation.pptx

FOLDER: Classroom Adaption Guide

AI1_1 Complete classroom adaptation guide
What is AI poster.png

This resource is part of the Foundations of Artificial Intelligence KS3 series and is designed to help students build solid conceptual understanding before moving on to machine learning and data-driven AI later in the scheme.

Perfect for schools seeking modern, high-quality computing resources that are accurate, engaging and classroom-ready.

Lesson Plan Contents

1. Lesson Overview
Curriculum Link, Curriculum Intent, Cross Curricular Links, Citizenship & Core Values.

2. Learning Objectives and Outcomes
Learning Objectives, Learning Outcomes, Prior Knowledge, Key Vocabulary, Numeracy.

3. Teaching Sequence
Starter, Main teaching input, Student Activities, Extension Activity, Plenary.

4. Assessment & Support
Assessment Opportunities, Support for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, Personalised Learning Pathway

5. Resources & Planning
Resources, Intent-Implementation-Impact Summary