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 …
Are ChatGPT, Claude & NotebookLM *Really* Disrupting Education?
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 …
The Best Study Tools for Different Subjects: From Notion to OneNote
The article highlights how online tools like Google Calendar, Notion, OneNote, and others have replaced traditional study methods, helping students manage their time and tasks more efficiently. Each tool is reviewed for its strengths and weaknesses, guiding readers in choosing …
AI could save teachers ‘hours’ of marking time
A pilot scheme in Liverpool schools is using AI from Century Tech to help teachers personalize lessons, assign homework, and save time by automating grading. The platform, which tailors learning to each student’s needs, aims to improve educational outcomes, with …
Learning theorist gets Nobel Prize
Demis Hassabis, co-founder of DeepMind, has been awarded the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking work in AI and learning theory, especially through AlphaFold, which revolutionized protein structure prediction and accelerated research across fields. His deep learning innovations, such as AlphaGo …
Data can help predict where students are struggling with wellbeing
A Jisc report into a project that used analytics to help effectively target mental health and wellbeing support may offer a glimpse of the future. David Kernohan takes a look.
…Inside an Effort to Build an AI Assistant for Designing Course Materials
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 …
If Smart Glasses Are Coming, What Will That Mean for Classrooms?
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’s free AI video generator is here – how to try it out
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…
How Google Illuminate is Transforming Education with AI Audio
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 …
Letters from the Future of Learning: Why Education Will Not Be Saved by Chatbots
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 …
11 predictions concerning technology in education revisited and updated
In 2011, predictions about the future of technology in education, such as smart classrooms, personalized online lessons, and the role of teachers, largely came true. The author reflects on the continued evolution of these technologies, emphasizing the importance of teachers …
Revyze, a ‘TikTok for education’ startup, draws on Duolingo to add bite-sized learning, too
Revyze, a French startup, has defied expectations by attracting 1 million users in just two years, offering an educational app with engaging content like videos, quizzes, and curated capsules. With significant traction, including a No. 1 spot on Apple’s App …
The Future of Art: 8 AI Image Generators That Are Redefining Creativity
Discover the power of AI image generators! Learn about the 8 best tools that are revolutionizing art, design, and creativity.
…Get Lost, Siri: How to Replace Apple’s Assistant With ChatGPT on Your iPhone
Don’t want to wait for Siri’s big Apple Intelligence upgrade? Here’s how to replace Apple’s voice assistant with OpenAI’s chatbot using the Apple Shortcuts app.
https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-replace-siri-with-chatgpt-on-iphone-apple-shortcuts…