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 …
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.
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…
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…
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 …
People are fleeing Elon Musk’s X in droves. What’s happening on Threads and Bluesky?
The social network formerly known as Twitter is rapidly bleeding users. But if you’re among them, will you feel more at home on Bluesky, Threads, or Mastodon?
https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/elon-musk-twitter-x-bluesky-threads-mastodon-b2649491.html…
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 …
These 4 fantastic sites offer more than 17,000 free online courses
Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill, advance your career, or simply satisfy your curiosity, these four platforms offer some of the best free online courses available.
https://www.fastcompany.com/91231243/free-online-courses-coursera-khan-academy-edx…
6 Ways Your Computer Isn’t as Secure as You Think
Just because you have a working antivirus and a password doesn’t mean your computer is impenetrable. You may be making your computer vulnerable without even realizing it!
https://www.makeuseof.com/ways-computer-isnt-as-secure-as-you-think…
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.
People are fleeing Elon Musk’s X in droves. What’s happening on Threads and Bluesky?
The social network formerly known as Twitter is rapidly bleeding users. But if you’re among them, will you feel more at home on Bluesky, Threads, or Mastodon?
https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/elon-musk-twitter-x-bluesky-threads-mastodon-b2649491.html…
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…
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.
Predicting student performance: an application of data mining methods with an educational Web-based system
Web-based educational technologies enable researchers to analyze student learning by applying data mining to usage patterns, predicting final grades based on logged data. Using a combination of classifiers and a genetic algorithm (GA), the study significantly improves prediction accuracy, aiding …
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 …