The 2025 EDUCAUSE Top 10 describes how higher education technology and data leaders and professionals can help restore trust in the sector by building competent and caring institutions and, through radical collaboration, leverage the fulcrum of leadership to maintain balance …
Generating AI Podcasts for Learning
Can NotebookLM generate accurate and interesting podcasts?
Researchers test ChatGPT, other AI models against real-world students
An experiment tested six generative large language models against students in an online introductory biomedical and health informatics course. The models scored higher than as many as three quarters of the real-world students in the class.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240916153435.htm…
Microsoft PowerPoint vs. Google Slides: Which One’s the Best Presentation Tool?
Choosing the right presentation tool can be crucial for how effectively you deliver your message. With so many opinions surrounding Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides, it’s easy to feel torn between the two. But once you’ve considered the strengths and …
Learn how to write AI prompts in 5 easy steps with this new course from Google
With the new Google Prompting Essentials course, learners will discover how to effectively prompt in five easy steps and make AI work for them — no experience required.
I’ve tested over 59 laptops: this is the best laptop of 2024
So what’s the best laptop of 2024? I’ve tested well over 59 laptops during my career as a tech reviewer. I’ve seen awful laptops, middling laptops, and extraordinary machines that are worth every cent.
https://mashable.com/article/the-best-windows-laptop-2024-so-far…
Open Education and AI: Proselytisers, prophets and poets
The debate over open education and generative AI continues, with David Wiley’s recent perspective sparking thoughtful responses. While Wiley argues that generative AI may better achieve open education goals than OER, critics emphasize the risks of AI, its ethical concerns, …
Introduction to AI tools for Lesson Planning
AI is transforming lesson planning, enabling educators to create efficient, personalized learning experiences with tools that address real-world teaching challenges. From content creation to fostering student engagement, AI enhances education by freeing teachers from routine tasks and allowing a focus …
Google unveils invisible ‘watermark’ for AI-generated text
Real-world demonstration in chatbot responses could encourage other firms to label material produced by AI.
This Is the Most Customizable Web Browser Without Extensions
If you’ve ever felt restricted by your current browser’s customization options, Vivaldi is the solution you’re looking for. It’s highly customizable and packed with a bunch of built-in tools that might easily become your favorite.
https://www.makeuseof.com/vivaldi-most-customizable-web-browser-without-extensions…
Adapting GenAI for the next generation of learning
A new study by learning analytics researchers presents key considerations for generative AI (GenAI) educational tools so they are carefully developed to support, rather than replace, human learning.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/10/241023131609.htm…
Anthropic’s new AI model can control your PC
Anthropic released its upgraded Claude 3.5 Sonnet model, which can automate tasks on desktop apps through a “Computer Use” API, imitating human actions like keystrokes and mouse movements. While the model shows promise in automating software, it still struggles with …
5 apps to add AI to your older devices
Apple and Google are adding advanced AI features to their newest devices, but many AI apps like ChatGPT, Superwhisper, and Replika can still be used on older phones and computers, providing tools for voice transcription, email assistance, and conversation.
Smart ways students are using AI
Generative AI is revolutionizing education by offering personalized tutoring and study guides, but students and educators emphasize the importance of learning how to use AI effectively to enhance learning outcomes.
https://news.microsoft.com/source/features/work-life/smart-ways-students-are-using-ai…
Are ChatGPT, Claude & NotebookLM *Really* Disrupting Education?
Dr. Philippa Hardman’s research explores how AI tools like ChatGPT 4o, Claude 3.5, and NotebookLM impact human learning. For AI to genuinely support education, it needs to align with established pedagogical principles, promoting active recall, spaced repetition, and increasing complexity …