Assistant editor Daniel Leonard shares how teachers are turning to Diffit to automatically adapt texts to different reading levels.
https://www.edutopia.org/video/ai-tool-demo-differentiating-class-materials-with-diffit…
The best AI tools of 2024: all the generative AI apps you need to try
Generative AI offers a vast array of tools to enhance creativity and productivity, from overcoming writer’s block to crafting efficient code. Exploring the best AI chatbots, image generators, and more can help you find the right tool for your needs.…
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…
When AI Meets Education: The Power of Diffusion Over Replication
The most impactful educational changes occur through natural diffusion rather than forced replication, a principle now crucial in integrating generative AI. Effective AI adoption should adapt to each teacher’s strengths and local context, rather than relying on one-size-fits-all solutions.
Google’s Audio Overview transforms your meeting notes into engaging podcasts
Google’s AI-driven NotebookLM, first showcased at I/O 2023, is now officially launched and no longer experimental as of October 2024. This marks a significant step, given Google’s past of revealing ambitious projects that sometimes don’t reach full release.
New AI Tools Are Promoted as Study Aids for Students. Are They Doing More Harm Than Good?
New AI tools in education, like Google’s NotebookLM, are sparking debates about how they may aid or hinder learning, providing both benefits and ethical concerns. While AI tools help neurodivergent students organize and comprehend material, educators worry that these tools …