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 …
Soon Open-Book Exams will be Replaced by AI
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.
I put 7 leading AI image generators to the test with the same prompt — here’s the winner
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 …
GPT-fabricated scientific papers on Google Scholar: Key features, spread, and implications for preempting evidence manipulation
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 …
Smartphones in schools: Australia reports improvements since imposing ban
No distractions. Schools in Australia are trying to restrict mobile phone usage during school hours.
What You Really Need to Know About Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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 …
A List of the Best AI Tools
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 …
When the Teaching Assistant Is an AI ‘Twin’ of the Professor
Two instructors at Vilnius University, Paul Jurcys and Goda Strikaitė-Latušinskaja, developed AI chatbot versions of themselves, called “AI Knowledge Twins.” These chatbots, trained on the instructors’ academic materials, serve as virtual teaching assistants named Paul AI and Goda AI.
https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-08-27-when-the-teaching-assistant-is-an-ai-twin-of-the-professor…
The future of assessment: embracing AI and EdTech
To coincide with A-level, T-level and BTEC results day, Olly Newton, executive director at the Edge Foundation shares his thoughts on the future of assessment and how tools such as AI are changing the game.
https://www.jisc.ac.uk/blog/the-future-of-assessment-embracing-ai-and-edtech…
McGraw Hill Introduces 2 Gen AI Learning Tools
McGraw Hill has introduced two generative AI tools to enhance personalized learning for K–12 and higher education students. Writing Assistant offers real-time feedback and guidance for grades 6–12, while AI Reader supports university students with interactive reading enrichment. These tools …
The AI-Powered Nonprofits Reimagining Education
AI is being used in exciting ways to bridge educational divides, and AI-powered nonprofits are creating a roadmap for what the future of education may hold.
Top 10 AI Tools for Teachers
In today’s post, I’ve sifted through the chaff and compiled for you a collection of what I believe are some of the key AI tools for teachers and educators. To keep it practical, I’ve narrowed it down to 10 key …
Trustworthy journalism through AI
This paper explores how advancements in AI, particularly Machine Learning, can enhance the production of high-quality journalism, addressing the challenges of disinformation and revenue loss while increasing public trust in media.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0169023X23000423…
The Effects of Duolingo, an AI-Integrated Technology, on EFL Learners’ Willingness to Communicate and Engagement in Online Classes
This quasi-experimental study examines Duolingo’s impact on EFL learners’ engagement and willingness to communicate. Findings show significant improvements in engagement and communication confidence, highlighting Duolingo’s effectiveness as a pedagogical tool in language learning.
https://www.irrodl.org/index.php/irrodl/article/view/7677/6089…
Learn how to use OneNote to improve your productivity – Beginners Guide 2024
Ever find yourself drowning in a sea of notes, ideas, and to-do lists, wondering how to keep everything organized? You’re not alone. Many of us struggle with managing our information efficiently. But what if there was a way to streamline …