Insert AI-Generated Visuals with Guidance

AI image tools — such as DALL-E and Canva AI — can create images from written descriptions called prompts. These tools are useful for finding visuals for projects when no suitable photograph is available. However, using AI images responsibly means choosing appropriate images, writing a good caption, and crediting the AI tool.

How AI Image Tools Work

• You type a text prompt describing the image you want.
• The AI generates an image based on patterns it has learned from millions of pictures.
• You can refine your prompt if the first result is not quite right.
• AI-generated images are created by the machine — they are not taken from real photographs.

Choosing Appropriate Images

• The image must be relevant to the topic — it should add meaning, not just decoration.
• The image must be appropriate for the audience — a lesson project needs age-appropriate visuals.
• A serious or informative project should use clear, accurate-looking visuals.
• Avoid using unrelated images just because they look interesting.

Crediting AI-Generated Images

• Always write a caption that describes what the image shows.
• Credit the tool used: "Generated by DALL-E, 2025" or "Image created with Canva AI."
• Even though AI made the image, you must still credit the tool — it is good practice.
• Copyright: AI-generated images are generally free to use for your projects, but always check the tool's terms.