AI Model Case Studies

This worksheet helps students in Grades 6, 7, and 8 strengthen reading comprehension, application of information, reasoning, and digital literacy skills by deciding when a small AI model or a large AI model is the best fit for real-world tasks. Students read short case studies involving scenarios such as translation, tutoring, and scientific explanation, then apply what they learned from an introductory passage to make informed choices.

Learning Goals

• Applying Informational Text (Grades 6-8) – Students use key ideas from a passage to solve new, practical problems.
• Evaluating Task Requirements – Learners consider accuracy, speed, complexity, and device limitations when selecting a model type.
• Understanding AI Tool Selection – Students recognize why different AI models are suited to different purposes.
• Constructed Response Writing – Students explain and justify choices using clear reasoning and text-based evidence.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators with realistic scenarios and age-appropriate explanations.
• Low-Prep and Engaging – Works well for independent practice, discussion, or technology-focused lessons.
• Real-World Relevance – Connects AI concepts to practical situations students can understand.
• Supports Diverse Learners – Short case studies and guided explanations help structure student thinking.
• Cross-Curricular Alignment – Reinforces English Language Arts skills while supporting technology education and digital literacy.

This printable worksheet helps students move beyond basic comprehension by applying AI knowledge to decision-making scenarios. Through analysis, justification, and reflection, learners build critical thinking, communication, and digital-literacy skills. Suitable for classroom or homeschool use, this activity supports informed evaluation of technology tools and thoughtful understanding of artificial intelligence in real-world contexts.

This worksheet is part of our Small AI Models vs. Big AI Models Worksheets collection.