Author: Rafael Scapin

‘Free learning’ involves both zero cost and open access to educational opportunities. It should be treated as fundamental societal infrastructure, but achieving this requires balancing equitable access with sustainable economic participation. Without this balance, inequalities in education and exploitation, particularly …

Google’s Gemini is a suite of generative AI models, apps, and services designed to compete with tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Meta’s Llama. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of Gemini, with regular updates on new models, features, and Google’s …

In the ever-changing world of educational technology, AI slide generators can play a key role in transforming how instructional content is developed. AI slide generators are particularly valuable for their ability to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of lesson preparation …

Type or paste in text related to something you’re writing or teaching and you’ll see multiple relevant visualizations within seconds.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91178294/napkin-is-a-great-new-ai-tool-for-making-quick-visuals…

In June 2024, an online keynote at the SALTISE conference by Prof. Mutlu Cukurova, titled “Interplay of Learning, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence in Education,” explored the integration of AI and data analytics in educational settings. This summary presents key insights …

A new report from Canva encourages students’ creativity and design skills to compete in the age of AI. Other areas to focus on? Time management and problem-solving.

https://www.zdnet.com/article/ai-wont-replace-creative-skills-study-finds/…

The proliferation of questionable research papers generated by AI tools like ChatGPT is increasingly evident in academic journals and repositories. Our analysis reveals that many of these AI-fabricated papers, easily found on Google Scholar, focus on controversial topics prone to …

By now, it’s well established that students see ChatGPT as a synonym for assignments and research papers. However, the tables are now turning and it’s the faculty’s turn to embrace the potential of AI. 

As students return to Ottawa Catholic schools, they will have access to AI tools for solving math problems and creating essay outlines, while teachers can use AI for lesson planning and personalized feedback. The Ottawa Catholic School Board is leading …

There are lots of directories of AI tools and we don’t want to try and compete or replicate that.  We think the value is understanding how people are using them.  So we are going to focus on sharing details of …

It’s getting harder to spot by the day, but here are some ways you can use ChatGPT to spot student papers using ChatGPT.

https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-i-use-ai-to-catch-cheaters-at-school…

AI is a hot topic across all education circles, hailed by some as the future of education and critiqued by others for its potential drawbacks. While technology conferences are filled with AI-focused sessions, skeptics raise concerns about its impact on …

AI models for rendering individuals are increasingly producing similar results, with characters from the same prompt often looking alike across different tools. Text rendering remains inconsistent, with Ideogram standing out as the most reliable. Although Ideogram performed best overall, the …

It’s getting harder to spot by the day, but here are some ways you can use ChatGPT to spot student papers using ChatGPT.

https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-i-use-ai-to-catch-cheaters-at-school…

The University of Sydney, recognizing the growing importance of generative AI, embraced its integration into education as early as February 2023. Committed to preparing students for AI-driven workplaces, the institution aims to leverage AI to enhance teaching, research, and student …