DawsonITE is a blog devoted to Educational Technology. It's compiled by Rafael Scapin, Coordinator of Educational Technology at Dawson College in Montreal (Canada).
AI technology is everywhere, from phones to drive-through ordering systems. Given that companies like Google, Microsoft and Apple are putting AI into everything, it’s good to stay up to date on all the latest terminology.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chatgpt-glossary-49-ai-terms-everyone-should-know…
This is a slide presentation reporting on results from a survey of 1,681 responses from faculty members of 52 participating institutions across 28 countries. Faculty see more advantages than disadvantages in the use of AI in higher education.
Every professor I know wasted countless hours of 2024 in the prevention or detection of AI-powered cheating. It is a miserable war of attrition that seems doomed to defeat. Perhaps the time has come, then, to declare a strategic withdrawal …
AI has the potential to revolutionize education by tailoring learning experiences to individual needs, automating routine tasks, and enhancing equity and quality. The question is no longer if AI can disrupt education but whether we will embrace its transformative possibilities.…
Google hasn’t been shy about pushing the Gemini AI bot into just about every app and device it can—from the Pixel 9 to your video calls—and most of the time you get the same experience when you call up the …
The founder of Khan Academy and Khanmigo believes AI can deliver the personalized instruction students need, while freeing up teachers to do what they do best.
The article discusses AI’s transformative impact on learning and development, reshaping how, what, and why we learn. It outlines five ways AI will enhance personalization in education.
For most people, Microsoft Word is the go-to tool for creating professional documents, but formatting can be time-consuming. Luckily, a few simple tips can simplify your workflow and help you create polished and visually appealing documents in a fraction of …
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.…
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…
Top universities are now offering AI-focused programs, and partnering with companies like Google for direct job pathways.
Before considering how to integrate tech in lessons, it’s important to ensure that you have clear expectations and routines in place.
https://www.edutopia.org/article/classroom-management-tech-era…
Generative AI, popularized by ChatGPT in 2022, has revolutionized work efficiency and creativity, with 25% of professionals using it weekly. Mastering skills like prompt engineering is key to unlocking its potential, and free courses make it accessible to everyone.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2024/12/02/7-free-generative-ai-courses-for-2025…
Learning English literature can be fun and engaging by using learning stations, which create a dynamic and collaborative environment. Here, I share 5 station ideas from my literature course, adaptable for lower-level learners.
https://eductive.ca/en/resource/playing-your-way-through-english-literature-with-learning-stations…
AI, like ChatGPT, can significantly enhance productivity, with studies showing boosts of up to 400% in some cases, but its effectiveness depends on intentional use. As the year ends, leveraging AI strategically can help balance professional goals with personal priorities.…