S10 E2: Harnessing A.I.

This episode of Practical Access offers a comprehensive look at how AI can be a valuable asset in education, from assisting in lesson planning to enhancing student engagement. Drs. Lisa Dieker & Rebecca Hines encourage educators to explore AI tools, considering ethical considerations and the potential for increased efficiency and customization in teaching and learning.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Customization through AI: Dr. Hines highlights the potential of AI, like ChatGPT, in assisting teachers with customization and differentiation in their teaching methods. 

Link: www.chatGPT.com

2. Ethical Use and Bias in AI: Dr. Dieker points out the importance of ethical use of AI in education. She emphasizes the need to be aware of potential biases in AI outputs, especially regarding historical and cultural content.

3. AI as a Scaffold in Education: The hosts discuss how AI can serve as a scaffold in education, aiding in tasks like writing and research. 

4. Empowering Students with AI: The conversation touches on how students can be empowered to use AI for tasks like crafting topic sentences or supporting arguments, fostering independence, and skill-building.

5. Innovative AI Tools and Applications: The hosts mention several AI tools like DALL-E and Blabberize, discussing how these can add novelty and engagement in the classroom. 

Link: https://openai.com/dall-e-2

Link: https://blabberize.com

6. Encouraging Clear Communication with AI: The hosts discuss how using AI can help students develop clear and concise communication skills, as precise input leads to more relevant AI-generated content.

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