DawsonITE is a blog devoted to Educational Technology. It's compiled by Rafael Scapin, Coordinator of Educational Technology at Dawson College in Montreal (Canada).
The author reflects on insights gained from the AI-Cademy Summit on how Canadian higher education is responding to AI-driven change. Emphasizing agentic AI, they explore its future role beyond generative models and raise ongoing questions for the sector.
https://universityaffairs.ca/opinion/ai-is-transforming-university-teaching-but-are-we-ready-for-it…
A wave of innovation, driven by rising student debt, evolving workforce needs, and AI, is challenging traditional higher education models. Ed3, a decentralized network, is leading this shift toward personalized, skills-based learning with tools like competency-based education, verifiable credentials, and …
We’ve already seen major tech shifts with the internet, smartphones, and cloud computing. But AI agents promise an even deeper transformation. These autonomous systems will revolutionize not just business, but also our daily lives, reshaping how we work, socialize, and …
In the list below, adapted from my upcoming book on the use of AI in academic research, I’ve gathered some of the most effective AI-powered tools that can help you take your note-taking practice to the next level. These tools …
We have scoped out everything on Udemy and lined up a selection of standout ChatGPT courses to get you started. These are the best ChatGPT courses available to take for free this month:
https://mashable.com/article/free-chatgpt-courses-march-2025…
At first glance, Microsoft Copliot looks like ChatGPT but lacks as many features. However, after spending some time with it, I discovered that it has a surprising number of underrated features that are absolutely worth trying.
https://www.makeuseof.com/microsoft-copilot-underrated-features…
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Many of ChatGPT’s best features are locked behind its subscription paywall—which is why Microsoft Copilot stands out so much. Instead of forcing you to pay a monthly sub, Microsoft Copilot lets you access many of ChatGPT’s best features completely free.…
We tested the best subscription-based website builders, which help you create your site with features like AI site building, 24/7 customer support, SSL certificates, and more.
Gemini can ‘see’ screens and camera feeds in real-time for some Google One AI Premium subscribers now.
While experts say that AI holds great promise for improving math instruction, teaching foundational math skills remains the top priority in schools across the country.
Touch Grass is an iOS app designed by Rhys Kentish that requires users to physically touch outdoor grass to unlock distracting apps. Utilizing AI to verify real grass, it humorously promotes reduced screen time and increased real-world interaction.
There are few free photo editors as good as GIMP; you typically have to fork out a small fortune to use them. Now, a massive 21 years after its last full number update, GIMP 3.0 is finally here. And let …
Game Map, a new H5P activity, creates a game-like learning experience using questions and interactive content. Students navigate a custom map, earning points by completing predefined challenges.
After DeepSeek-R1, Chinese AI startups introduce Manus, an AI agent automating complex, time-consuming tasks. Despite high expectations, Manus may not fully justify its hype.