Sayo Academy | Interactive Tools (Overview)

Interactive Tools Overview

Interactive Tools in Sayo Academy are custom AI assistants that you can create, customize, and share with your institution or the public. Unlike the predefined tools in the Tools section, Interactive Tools are personalized AI assistants tailored to your specific educational needs.

What Are Interactive Tools?

Interactive Tools are custom AI assistants that you can:

Create: Build personalized AI assistants for specific subjects, curricula, or tasks
Customize: Define behavior, knowledge base, and specialization areas
Share: Make them available to your institution or the broader community
Use: Interact with them like ChatGPT, but specialized for education

Where to Access Interactive Tools

Main Navigation: Sidebar → "AI Assistant" (Interactive Tools)
Direct URL: Visit "/interactive-tools"
Create New: Click "Create Interactive Tool" button to build your own

Types of Interactive Tools

🔒 Private Tools

Your Personal Assistants: Tools you create for your own use
Full Control: Edit, delete, and customize as needed
Private Access: Only visible and usable by you

🏫 Institution Tools

Shared Within School: Tools created by your colleagues and institution
Collaborative: Teachers and students in your organization can use them
Quality Assured: Reviewed and approved by your institution

🌍 Public Tools

Community Created: Tools shared by educators worldwide
Diverse Subjects: Covering all education levels and subjects
Peer Reviewed: Popular and well-tested by the community

Creating Your Own Interactive Tools

Method 1: Guided Creation

Click "Create Interactive Tool"
Choose "Guided Creation" for step-by-step assistance
Define Purpose: What subject or task will this assistant help with?
Set Parameters: Education level, curriculum, language preferences
Add Knowledge: Upload files, documents, or provide context
Test & Refine: Try your assistant and adjust as needed

Method 2: Custom Form

Choose "Custom Form" for advanced users
Name & Description: Give your tool a clear identity
System Instructions: Define how the AI should behave
Visibility Settings: Choose private, institution, or public sharing
Subject & Level: Tag appropriately for discovery
Knowledge Base: Upload supporting materials if needed

Key Features

🎯 Specialization

Subject Expertise: Create assistants specialized in specific subjects
Curriculum Alignment: Align with HKDSE, IB, NGSS, Common Core, etc.
Grade-Level Appropriate: Tailor language and complexity
Cultural Context: Incorporate local examples and references

📚 Knowledge Integration

File Upload: Add PDFs, documents, images for context
Custom Instructions: Define personality, teaching style, and approach
Example Interactions: Show the AI how to respond in specific scenarios

🔄 Continuous Improvement

Usage Analytics: See how often your tools are used
Feedback Integration: Learn from user interactions
Version Updates: Refine and improve over time

Use Cases & Examples

For Teachers

Subject-Specific Tutors: "Grade 10 Chemistry Assistant" specialized in HKDSE chemistry
Lesson Planning Helper: AI that knows your school's curriculum and resources
Grading Assistant: Specialized in your marking criteria and rubrics
Parent Communication: Helps draft professional emails and reports

For Students

Study Buddy: Personalized to your learning style and subjects
Homework Helper: Knows your textbooks and assignment requirements
Exam Prep: Specialized in your specific exam format and content
Research Assistant: Trained on academic writing and citation styles

For Institutions

School Policies Helper: AI that knows your handbook and procedures
Curriculum Guide: Assists with school-specific programs and requirements
Resource Finder: Helps locate school facilities, staff, and resources

Best Practices

Creating Effective Tools

Be Specific: Clear purpose and scope work better than general assistants
Provide Context: Upload relevant materials and examples
Test Thoroughly: Try various questions before sharing
Iterate: Improve based on usage and feedback
Document Well: Clear names and descriptions help others find your tools

Using Interactive Tools

Start with Institutional Tools: Your colleagues know your context best
Try Popular Public Tools: Learn from successful examples
Provide Feedback: Help creators improve their tools
Create Your Own: Build exactly what you need
Share Success: Make great tools available to others

Technical Features

🔧 Advanced Customization

System Prompts: Define AI personality and behavior
Temperature Control: Adjust creativity vs. consistency
Response Length: Set preferred answer lengths
Citation Requirements: Ensure proper source attribution

📊 Analytics & Insights

Usage Statistics: See how often tools are accessed
Popular Queries: Understand what users ask most
Performance Metrics: Track effectiveness and satisfaction

🔐 Privacy & Security

Data Protection: Your conversations remain private
Access Controls: Manage who can use your tools
Content Moderation: Automatic filtering for inappropriate content

Getting Started

Quick Start Guide

Explore First: Browse public and institutional tools
Try Different Assistants: See what works for your needs
Identify Gaps: What's missing for your specific use case?
Create Your First Tool: Start simple with a clear, specific purpose
Share & Iterate: Get feedback and improve

Success Tips

Start Small: Create focused, specialized assistants
Upload Context: Provide relevant documents and examples
Test with Others: Get feedback from colleagues or students
Monitor Usage: See what questions people actually ask
Keep Improving: Regular updates based on real use

Support & Community

Help Documentation: Detailed guides for each feature
Community Forum: Connect with other tool creators
Best Practice Sharing: Learn from successful implementations
Technical Support: Get help with advanced features

Ready to create your first Interactive Tool? Visit /interactive-tools and click "Create Interactive Tool" to get started!