Real-world demonstration in chatbot responses could encourage other firms to label material produced by AI.
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…
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…
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RSS offers a decentralized way to consume content, empowering publishers to control their work and readers to curate their feeds without relying on centralized platforms or compromising privacy. It represents a vision of the web where control remains with creators …
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 …
AI Detectors Falsely Accuse Students of Cheating—With Big Consequences
About two-thirds of teachers report regularly using tools for detecting AI-generated content. At that scale, even tiny error rates can add up quickly.
Review of Laura Czerniewicz and Catherine Cronin (Eds.). (2023). Higher Education for Good: Teaching and Learning Futures
“Higher Education for Good” (Czerniewicz and Cronin, 2023) is more than a book—it’s a public dialogue and collective vision for reimagining universities, offering hope for better alternatives. Readers are encouraged to engage in this vital conversation within academic and social …
Are Brains and AI Converging?—an excerpt from ‘ChatGPT and the Future of AI: The Deep Language Revolution’
In his upcoming book ChatGPT and the Future of AI: The Deep Language Revolution, Terrence Sejnowski explores how advancements in deep learning and large language models mirror cognitive processes, highlighting the convergence of neuroscience and AI. The book delves into …
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.
AI Chatbot File Compatibility for Educators
Miguel Guhlin focuses on a pretty specific need with this post: knowing what types of files different AI chatbots will accept (there’s a handy grid) and offering advice on how to convert what you have to a format your favorite …
How Does Microsoft Editor Compare to Grammarly? I Found Out
If you’re already paying for Microsoft 365, you get access to the premium version of Microsoft Editor. But is it good enough to replace Grammarly? I use both Editor and Grammarly when working with text documents, and here’s how Microsoft’s …
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 …
Inside an Effort to Build an AI Assistant for Designing Course Materials
Michael Feldstein is developing an AI assistant, ALDA, to help educators design course materials by guiding them through the early stages of learning design. The project, tested by over 70 educators, aims to reduce course creation time, though Feldstein remains …
Learning theorist gets Nobel Prize
Demis Hassabis, co-founder of DeepMind, has been awarded the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking work in AI and learning theory, especially through AlphaFold, which revolutionized protein structure prediction and accelerated research across fields. His deep learning innovations, such as AlphaGo …
If Smart Glasses Are Coming, What Will That Mean for Classrooms?
Meta is betting on smart eyeglasses as the next wave of computing with its prototype, Orion, blending the physical world with holograms. While educators worry about managing potential distractions and cheating, some see opportunities for enhanced collaborative and experiential learning …