David Game College in London plans to allow 15-year-old students to use AI tools before taking standardized exams, aiming to support both struggling and advanced students. The pilot project focuses on AI-powered adaptive learning to let students learn at their …
Automattic launches AI writing tool that aims to make WordPress blogs more readable and succinct
Automattic, the owner of WordPress.com, has launched a new AI tool, “Write Brief with AI,” to help bloggers refine their writing. The tool assists with improving clarity and conciseness, complementing an earlier AI writing assistant. Currently in beta, it’s available …
Heeyo built an AI chatbot to be a billion kids’ interactive tutor and friend
Qu is the founder of Heeyo, a startup that offers children between the ages of three and 11 an AI chatbot and over 2,000 interactive games and activities, including books, trivia and role-playing adventures. Heeyo also lets parents and kids …
Best free AI image generators of 2024
Generative AI tools are rapidly advancing, evolving from simple image creation to full movie generation. While some tools offer limited free options, such as OpenAI’s DALL-E with two free images per day, others provide more generous free tiers. However, for …
Why AI bots are unlikely to replace human teachers
Some tech leaders believe AI could replace human teachers, but students may resist, missing the inspiration and support from live instructors. Privacy concerns and potential misuse of data also pose challenges. Additionally, if AI tutors dominate education, there’s a risk …
ChatGPT cheating is endemic in schools, and no one knows what to do
Remember when cheating in school meant sneaking in a crib sheet or glancing at a neighbor’s test? Teachers today likely look back on those days with nostalgia. Now, they face a more formidable challenge in maintaining academic honesty: generative AI. …
Free vs. Paid Password Managers: Are Premium Tools Worth It?
Many password managers have both free and paid versions, but it’s sometimes risky to upgrade without knowing what you’re getting extra. I’ve spent time using both over the years, and I have a pretty good idea if it’s worth using …
How to Finally Stop Doomscrolling
What you give your attention to is possibly the most important decision you can make—it shapes your consciousness. So if feeding your attention upsetting news is making you miserable, feed it something else.
https://lifehacker.com/health/what-is-doomscrolling-and-how-to-stop-doing-it…
10 Studies Every Teacher Should Know About
How to integrate the science of reading, plan for effective review sessions with your students, think about inquiry-based learning, and more.
https://www.edutopia.org/article/10-studies-every-teacher-should-know-about…
Soon, Running LLMs Locally will be a Pro Feature for Flagship Smartphones
A recent report published by Canalys suggests that by the end of 2024, 16% of new smartphones shipped will be generative AI-capable, with this figure expected to rise to 54% by 2028.
How AI Can Save Teachers Time, According to a Google Executive
The head of education impact for Google, Jennie Magiera, says introducing artificial intelligence can help solve some of the problems schools are facing right now, but recognizes its limitations too. Education Week spoke with Magiera at this week’s International Society …
AI Helps Me With My Schoolwork, but Doesn’t Do It for Me
Many people use AI to replace their own efforts in an academic setting. But you can use AI to assist your learning, add efficiency to research, and improve your studies.
How Close is AI to Replacing Instructional Designers?
The optimal AI use case is one where an expert ID leans into the power of AI to work work smarter, faster, and more strategically. The combination of human expertise + AI assistance consistently produces the best results, indicating a …
This New Browser Is a Productivity Miracle
Browsers like Google Chrome are amazingly versatile, but they can turn into distraction-driving machines when you’re working. Arc Browser is a hot new alternative, and it might be exactly the miracle you need to get productive.
https://www.makeuseof.com/new-browser-productivity-miracle/…
11 Most Amazing AI Tools That Are Surprisingly Free for Everyone
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we work, create, and solve problems. From enhancing productivity to unleashing creativity, AI tools are becoming increasingly accessible, even for those with no technical expertise. The best part? Many of these powerful tools …