DawsonITE is a blog devoted to Educational Technology. It's compiled by Rafael Scapin, Coordinator of Educational Technology at Dawson College in Montreal (Canada).
A new study by learning analytics researchers presents key considerations for generative AI (GenAI) educational tools so they are carefully developed to support, rather than replace, human learning.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/10/241023131609.htm…
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 …
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 …
“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 …
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.
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 …
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…
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 …
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 …
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.
Michael Feldstein is developing an AI assistant, ALDA, to help educators design course materials by guiding them through the early stages of learning design. The project, tested by over 70 educators, aims to reduce course creation time, though Feldstein remains …
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 …
Adobe has launched its Firefly Video Model ahead of Meta, Google, and OpenAI’s competitor generators.
https://www.zdnet.com/article/adobes-free-ai-video-generator-is-here-how-to-try-it-out…
Google Illuminate is an AI-driven tool that transforms written content into personalized, dynamic audio discussions, making learning more engaging and accessible. With customizable features like tone, duration, and complexity, it adapts to individual learning styles, offering a flexible, enjoyable educational …
AI chatbots cannot save education because they risk eroding human connection by offering frictionless, emotionally satisfying alternatives to real relationships. Instead, the future of education depends on balancing AI’s utility with fostering genuine human interaction, ensuring technology enhances rather than …