We can apply scientific rigor to the assessment of AI consciousness, in part because we can identify fairly clear indicators associated with leading theories of consciousness, and show how to assess whether AI systems satisfy them.
“You have to know about it because your students will be using it.” An Interview with Helen Crompton
The interview is brimming with ideas for channeling generative artificial AI as a positive, equalizing force in education while being mindful of barriers and problems.
AI-Supported Academic Advising: Exploring ChatGPT’s Current State and Future Potential toward Student Empowerment
The current study explores how AI-powered tools like ChatGPT might serve to make academic advising more accessible, efficient, or effective. The authors compiled a list of questions frequently asked by current and prospective students in a teacher education bachelor’s degree …
4 Ways to Import Data From a Website Into Google Sheets
Tired of copying and pasting data from websites? Learn how to import it directly into Google Sheets.
https://www.makeuseof.com/import-data-website-into-google-sheets/…
Adoption of learning analytics in higher education institutions: A systematic literature review
This paper reports the results of a systematic review of the literature carried out with the aim of identifying the factors that influence the adoption of LA, as well as the existing strategies that facilitate such adoption in higher education …
6 tips to detect AI-generated student work
Although AI has some educators worried, it’s possible to identify AI-generated student work from human-generated work.
9 surprising benefits of remote proctoring software
Remote proctoring software goes beyond catching cheating–it promotes academic integrity by ensuring equity and access during exams.
Implementing Learning Stations to Boost Student Engagement
The use of learning stations is a teaching approach widely used in elementary and secondary schools. But are they relevant for college students? Absolutely! I have used them into my English as a Second Language (ESL) courses on multiple occasions, …
Student’s Choice: In-Person, Online, or on Demand? A Comparison of Instructional Modality Preference and Effectiveness
The recent increase in online instruction caused by the 2020 pandemic has reignited the debate over the efficacy of online instruction compared to in-person instruction. This study explored the impact various modes of instruction had on student achievement and compared …
3 reasons you should try Claude 2 instead of ChatGPT
When it comes to AI language models, ChatGPT is by far the most popular AI chatbot. However, it isn’t the only option out there. If you’re looking for the best AI chatbot AI, you may want to consider switching to …
How Artificial Intelligence Gave a Paralyzed Woman Her Voice Back
Breakthrough brain implant and digital avatar allow stroke survivor to speak with facial expressions for first time in 18 years.
How AI could save (not destroy) education (TED Talk video)
Sal Khan, the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, thinks artificial intelligence could spark the greatest positive transformation education has ever seen. He shares the opportunities he sees for students and educators to collaborate with AI tools — including the …
MIT Press: Open Access Materials
MIT Press released a large archive of published work on the Internet Archive for free.
Researchers find little evidence of cheating with online, unsupervised exams
A new study finds unsupervised, online exams can provide a valid and reliable assessment of student learning, but instructors should be aware of potential weak spots.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/07/230731122308.htm…
How to detect ChatGPT plagiarism
While ChatGPT can be an excellent helping hand in specific situations, using the same AI-written content may sometimes be unethical. If you frequently receive submissions, drafts, and reports that raise your eyebrows, try the tricks below to see if it’s …