AI, like ChatGPT, can significantly enhance productivity, with studies showing boosts of up to 400% in some cases, but its effectiveness depends on intentional use. As the year ends, leveraging AI strategically can help balance professional goals with personal priorities.…
7 Free Generative AI Courses For 2025
Generative AI, popularized by ChatGPT in 2022, has revolutionized work efficiency and creativity, with 25% of professionals using it weekly. Mastering skills like prompt engineering is key to unlocking its potential, and free courses make it accessible to everyone.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2024/12/02/7-free-generative-ai-courses-for-2025…
4 Strategies to Help Teachers Embrace AI in Their Work (Downloadable)
Below is a downloadable tip sheet that spells out recommendations school and district leaders should consider as they think about AI implementation.
AI-generated poetry is indistinguishable from human-written poetry and is rated more favorably
This study explored whether non-expert readers could differentiate AI-generated poems from human-authored ones and found they performed below chance levels, often misidentifying AI poems as human-authored. AI-generated poems were rated more favorably for qualities like rhythm and beauty, suggesting flawed …
Top AI Chrome Extensions for Teachers
This article highlights a curated list of AI Chrome extensions tailored for teachers, emphasizing the importance of adapting to AI’s growing presence in education. It encourages educators to embrace AI tools to enhance teaching and keep pace with students’ widespread …
ChatGPT Search vs. Google: Why It’s Time to Switch
Tired of endless links and ads on Google? ChatGPT Search provides direct, conversational answers, making finding information faster and more enjoyable. It’s time to switch to a smarter way to search.
https://www.makeuseof.com/chatgpt-search-vs-google-why-its-time-to-switch…
OpenAI partners with Wharton for a new course focused on leveraging ChatGPT for teachers
OpenAI and the Wharton School hope to inform educators of how they can effectively implement generative AI strategies into the classroom.
https://fortune.com/education/articles/openai-chatgpt-university-of-pennsylvania-wharton-course…
Judge Rules in Favor of School That Gave Student a Bad Grade for Using AI
A federal judge has ruled that a Massachusetts school was likely within its rights to discipline a student who used generative artificial intelligence to complete an assignment.
New interactive AI tool makes textbooks come to life
Augmented Physics uses AI to turn static textbook diagrams into interactive 3D simulations, helping students visualize dynamic phenomena like motion and energy. Powered by Meta’s Segment Anything model, it identifies objects in images, animates them, and applies physics principles for …
The time has come to reimagine college textbooks for the modern digital era
The article highlights the importance of textbooks as curated, accurate, and expert-driven educational tools, advocating for their transformation through digital technology and knowledge engineering. This approach enhances learning by introducing intelligent textbooks that use controlled vocabularies and advanced mapping to …
Most Useful ChatGPT Prompts for Students: Here’s Our Guide
Here’s how you can make the most out of ChatGPT. It will help you in your studies and solve difficult questions.
Google’s AI ‘learning companion’ takes chatbot answers a step further
Google’s Learn About AI tool has more educational, textbook-style responses to guide you through new topics.
https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/11/24293891/google-learn-about-ai-search-educational…
Copilot: Microsoft’s AI-powered chatbot explained
Microsoft rebranded Bing Chat as Copilot, an AI assistant that enhances search with GPT-powered conversational capabilities, positioning it as an alternative to Google Gemini. Copilot integrates deeply with Bing and Microsoft Edge, offering users a robust, AI-driven search experience.
How to make ChatGPT Search your default search engine
OpenAI’s new ChatGPT Search feature allows qualifying subscribers to use ChatGPT as a Google Search alternative on desktop and mobile. Users can even set ChatGPT Search as their default search engine using a Chrome or Edge extension provided by OpenAI.…
Teachers who leverage AI for guidance and lesson plans feel more effective
Research shows teachers using generative AI for both lesson planning and teaching insights feel more productive and effective. However, many new users face challenges in leveraging AI fully, highlighting the need for training and strategic support to maximize AI’s educational …