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Narrow, General, and Generative: Demystifying AI's Diverse Capabilities


Not all AI works the same way—and knowing the difference helps you choose the right tool, set realistic expectations, and explain it clearly to students and parents.

In this Snack you will:

  • Spot the differences between Narrow AI (one-job specialist), Generative AI (creates from patterns), and Artificial General Intelligence (not here yet)
  • Sort real-world classroom tools into the right AI category and see how each behaves in practice
  • Apply quick checks to judge what kind of AI you're using—and what that means for reliability, creativity, and teaching impact
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