Author: Luis Hernández

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AI in Education

How We’re Using AI to Redefine Teacher Preparation

In this post, I share how we’re using artificial intelligence to transform teacher preparation, especially for those entering bilingual and ESL classrooms. I introduce Verónica, our AI tutor, and explain how she goes beyond simple chat to deliver scenario-based learning and structured feedback aligned with certification standards. I also go behind the scenes to show how we’ve built a system that blends expert content, database design, and smart evaluation tools to support real growth. This isn’t about replacing educators. It’s about creating better pathways for them, grounded in practice, guided by data, and always connected to human support.

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AI in Education

A New “Chapter”: AI-Guided Teacher Support

I’m proud to share that my co-authored chapter with Dr. Uvaldina Janecek, AI-Guided Professional Development: A Vygotskian Approach for Teachers in Multilingual Classrooms, is now published in the new IGI Global volume, Harnessing AI’s Potential to Support Student Success and Teaching Excellence. In our chapter, we introduce Verónica, an AI-powered virtual tutor designed to support bilingual and ESL educators through personalized, scenario-based guidance. Grounded in Vygotsky’s theory, our approach shows how AI can serve as a mentoring tool—scaffolding teacher growth, easing planning demands, and enhancing support in multilingual classrooms. This chapter is part of a larger volume filled with practical, research-based strategies for using AI to empower educators and improve student learning.

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Books

Books, Birthdays, and the Legacy of Storytelling

After a recent presentation at the 4th Annual Dual Language Symposium hosted by the Texas Association of Bilingual Education I reflected deeply on the power of books and storytelling in my family’s life. Coincidentally that same week was Father’s Day weekend which brought back memories of my grandfather who raised me through stories music and meaningful conversations. Every year around my kids’ birthdays I give them books chosen with love and intention continuing the tradition he started. He often said to read the best books first because life is short. Reading together or discussing these books brings a magic that continues the legacy my grandfather began.

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AI in Education

STEM, Scaffolding, and the Future of Teaching & Learning

In this post, I reflect on my recent presentation at the Alamo STEM Ecosystem meeting, where I shared how artificial intelligence, and specifically tools like the AI tutor Verónica, can support educators in multilingual classrooms. I explore the concept of vibe coding, a new approach to programming with AI, and show how teachers can use tools like Claude to build their own classroom resources, even with minimal coding experience. From coding with my kids to creating interactive language games, I discuss the potential of AI to empower both educators and students as creators, not just consumers. This is about more than just technology, it’s about ownership, creativity, and building the future of education from the inside out.

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AI in Education

Chez Louis, Where AI Meets Imagination

In this blog post, I share how a memorable anniversary trip to Paris inspired me to recreate an authentic French bistro experience at home for my kids, using the power of AI. With the help of ChatGPT, I designed a full French menu, created engaging activities, generated custom illustrations, and even wrote a bilingual story to bring the culture, food, and language of France to life. This post explores how parents and educators can use AI to design immersive, educational experiences that blend creativity, language learning, and family connection, all with accessible technology and imagination.

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Books

Violence, Literature, and the Power of Shared Curiosity

When my teenage son asked to read Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy (a novel known for its extreme violence and literary acclaim) I wasn’t sure what to do. In this blog post, I share how we turned a controversial American classic into a shared father-son reading project. We explored history, moral choices, and the connection between the novel and the video game Red Dead Redemption. This post reflects on parenting, literature, and the power of reading together in a world that demands critical thinking and emotional growth.

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