Turning off internet access on smartphones for two weeks was found to improve brain function, effectively reversing cognitive age by up to 10 years. A Canadian study with 400 participants revealed that reduced online distractions can significantly boost mental performance.…
Taking AI literacy seriously
AI literacy for language learners includes understanding available AI tools, though these tools quickly become outdated and often don’t address core challenges like learner autonomy. While some believe generative AI can foster autonomy, there’s no solid evidence, and it may …
Carnegie Learning’s State of AI in Education
The author attended a Carnegie Learning webinar on AI in education, noting a blend of AI usage tips, concerns, and human-centered reflections. They also used Google Gemini to generate thematic quotes that complemented their detailed notes.
How AI is Transforming the College Lecture Experience
From note-taking to virtual assistants, AI has transformed the traditional lecture setting into a more interactive and efficient learning environment.
How reader pens are changing lives in the classroom
Reading challenges affect many students’ confidence and academic success, often due to conditions like dyslexia or ADHD. In Australia, C-Pen Reader pens are revolutionizing support by using text-to-speech technology to help students read independently and thrive.
OpenAI Academy
OpenAI has launched something called the OpenAI Academy, which Siya Raj Purohit writes is “our community-first approach to making AI literacy accessible, inclusive, and global.” Sign-up is free and open to all though you don’t appear to need to register …
AI optimization algorithms enhance higher education management and personalized teaching through empirical analysis
This study explores how AI optimization algorithms enhance higher education management and personalized teaching, showing improved student outcomes over a semester. It also highlights challenges like data privacy and algorithmic bias, and recommends future research on adaptive algorithms and ethical …
AI for Educators
This site is a resource designed for educators by educators, created to support the productive and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence in teaching and learning at the University of Sydney and beyond.
AI is transforming university teaching, but are we ready for it?
The author reflects on insights gained from the AI-Cademy Summit on how Canadian higher education is responding to AI-driven change. Emphasizing agentic AI, they explore its future role beyond generative models and raise ongoing questions for the sector.
https://universityaffairs.ca/opinion/ai-is-transforming-university-teaching-but-are-we-ready-for-it…
9 Important NotebookLM Tips Every Research Needs to Know
NotebookLM is a powerful, free AI tool that helps researchers, educators, and students interact directly with their own documents, reducing hallucinations by grounding responses in uploaded sources. Its chat-based interface supports deep academic tasks like literature reviews, with features like …
New ChatGPT Image Generator: Ways to Use It in Your Teaching
ChatGPT’s new image generator is truly a game changer. I’ve been experimenting with it over the past few days, and I have to say, I’m thoroughly impressed. From where I stand, we’re right at the edge of a visual revolution, …
Make Your Word Documents Pop With a Gorgeous Table of Contents
A well-designed Table of Contents (ToC) can set up your entire document. Microsoft Word makes it easy to insert one. Then, with a few simple design tweaks, you can make it truly stand out.
https://www.makeuseof.com/word-table-of-contents-style-tips…
Writing by hand builds reading, writing and thinking skills
Handwriting helps students slow down, think critically about language, and better express their ideas—skills increasingly vital in the age of AI tools. Research also links handwriting to improved brain development, memory, creativity, and reduced stress.
https://www.joannejacobs.com/post/writing-by-hand-builds-reading-writing-and-thinking-skills…
AI Skeptic Creates Chatbot to Help Teachers Design Courses
While concerns about AI in education grow, expert Michael Feldstein has been developing ALDA, an open-source AI tool to help teachers design their own courses. Aimed at making course creation accessible and free, ALDA could transform both higher ed and …
AI In Education — Up-level Your Teaching With AI By Cloning Yourself
AI agents are set to revolutionize education, as shown by the Lutz-Clone—an AI version of its creator that teaches, explains concepts, and engages students independently. This innovation marks the start of a broader shift where AI transforms how knowledge is …