Real-world demonstration in chatbot responses could encourage other firms to label material produced by AI.
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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…
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.
You should be using an RSS reader
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 …
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.
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 could save teachers ‘hours’ of marking time
A pilot scheme in Liverpool schools is using AI from Century Tech to help teachers personalize lessons, assign homework, and save time by automating grading. The platform, which tailors learning to each student’s needs, aims to improve educational outcomes, with …
Data can help predict where students are struggling with wellbeing
A Jisc report into a project that used analytics to help effectively target mental health and wellbeing support may offer a glimpse of the future. David Kernohan takes a look.
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 …