Designing Schools

Designing Schools

By Dr. Sabba QuidwaiEducation
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Designing Schools episodes

  • Future Focus | 9/24 | Your Weekly Guide to What's Now and Next with AI

    What happens in a world where some students learn AI, and others don't?

    This week we share the data on the current landscape of how teens are using generative AI, and the role of schools to teach AI literacy. We share reflections from the launch of our WISE Framework, a human-centered approach to teaching AI to young people to foster decision making with integrity. We discuss the latest Canva Education report on what skills workplaces are looking for.


    Links to Resources Shared

    Invitation: Join our free webinar on teaching students about AI

    Common Sense Media Report

    Canva Education Report




    30 min
  • Future Focus | 9/16 |Your Weekly Guide to Now and Next

    This week we discuss the two big updates with Google's Notebook LM and OpenAI's much awaited model release.

    With AI models becoming more advanced we discuss the qualities that make humans irreplaceable.


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    OpenAI - How Professional Writers are Using ChatGPT

    Link to Article

    29 min
  • Future Focus | 9/10 | Your Weekly Guide to Now and Next

    This week we discuss the two big events happening this week - Apple Intelligence and the AI special with Oprah. We share new initiatives being launched in higher education, and how 1000 autonomous AI agents created their own city. We also discuss how to assess credibility and contextualize the vast amounts of information shared daily.

    And we close with advice on personal branding in the age of AI, and what to keep in mind.


    Links to Articles

    • USC IYA + Marshall Joint Program
    • Project Sid
    • Apple Event
    • Oprah: AI and the Future of Us

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      31 min
    • Future Focus | 9/3/2024 | Your Weekly Guide to Now and Next

      Welcome to our latest episode where we explore the integration of AI in our daily routines and its transformative impact on education and personal assistance. Today, we’ll uncover how AI tools are enhancing educational experiences and reshaping home environments with advanced robotics. Join us as we discuss the evolving relationship between technology and daily human interactions, paving the way for a future deeply intertwined with AI.


      AI's Role in Design Thinking: Dive into a discussion about the potential of AI in design thinking, with a focus on the newly developed 'Strawberry' model which emphasizes improved reasoning in AI


      Educational Shifts: Insight into how schools like David Game College are integrating AI to revolutionize teaching, aiming to enhance student engagement and free up teacher time for more creative educational pursuits.


      AI Integration in Everyday Tech: From upgrades to Siri and Alexa to the integration of AI in home robots, get a glimpse of how AI is becoming an unnoticeable yet integral part of our daily interactions


      Future of Robotics and AI: Consider the implications of humanoid robots in everyday life, exploring the balance between convenience and personal privacy, highlighted by the launch of the Neo robot


      Links to Articles

      OpenAI New Model

      Aiden Gomez | CEO of Cohere Interview

      David Game College

      Afraid Trailer

      29 min
    • Future Focus | 8/27 | Your Weekly Guide to What's Now and Next with AI

      This week the dilemma with AI detectors continues as a theme in the news this time with growing debate over AI tools, such as paraphrasing detectors, and their impact on education. We explore recent surveys revealing parents' concerns about AI in schools and discuss how AI is shaping the future workforce. Finally, we touch on ethics, intellectual property, and the transformative changes coming to recruiting, especially with LinkedIn's new AI-driven talent solutions.


      What We Are We Reading

      LinkedIn AI Recruiting

      How Parents Feel About AI

      Human Relationships and Chatbots


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      33 min
    • Future Focus | 8/20 | Your Weekly Guide to Now & Next

      In this new weekly series Stefan Bauschard and I share the what's happening now and where we might go in the future with AI and what that means for you.


      This week we discuss topics such as the integration of driverless technology in cities, the potential changes in teaching roles due to AI, and the importance of keeping up with technological trends.


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      Grammarly Authorship Announcement

      Article - AI is Here Now What

      Podcast - Amy Porterfield interviews Alex Cottani, listen in as they discuss the business value of writing in today's world. A great one to share with people afraid of AI.


      Time Stamps

      We also explore the ethical challenges of AI writing detectors and the significance of AI literacy in education.

      00:00 Emerging Technologies and Their Impact

      02:15 Driverless Technology in Action

      06:38 AI in Education: Opportunities and Challenges

      12:02 The Future of Work and AI Literacy

      12:38 Grammarly's New AI Detection Tool

      18:55 The Importance of Adaptation in Education

      23:34 Student Usage and Perceptions of AI

      24:20 AI Skills in the Workplace

      26:15 The Role of AI in Writing and Communication

      40:18 Embracing AI and Future Trends

      43 min
    • EP #137 | DS 43 |Remixing with AI

      Welcome to 'Your Daily SPARK,' where each day we talk about strategies and skills to make you irreplaceable in a world integrated with AI. This week, today's spotlight is on Austin Kleon’s 'Steal Like an Artist.' This book talks about the idea that all creative work builds upon what came before—transforming and remixing existing elements into something new and uniquely personal. Try This Prompt: - **Situation:** You are engaged in a creative project in your favorite hobby, drawing inspiration from diverse styles, genres, or techniques.- **Problem:** The challenge lies in creating a piece that not only resonates with these inspirations but also stands out as uniquely your own. Finding that perfect blend is the key issue.- **Aspiration:** Inspired by Kleon, your aim is to use AI to assist in weaving together these varied elements. You seek AI’s suggestions for innovative combinations that reflect your personal style.- **Result:** Ideally, this collaboration with AI leads to a creation that showcases a mosaic of your inspirations, distinguished by a distinct personal touch.- **Kismet with ChatGPT:** You're intrigued by the potential of AI to suggest creative fusions, be it in digital art styles, unique storylines in writing, or novel musical compositions.

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      Resources I Created For You:
      Personalized AI Roadmap: Take this quiz to find out how prepared you and your organization are for an AI world and get a free personalized AI plan
      https://designingschools.org/ai-quiz-start
      Free Webinar: AI Simplified - 3 Steps to Secure Your Career Future and Cut 8+ Hours From Your Week
      https://designingschools.org/aibwebinar
      Visit My Website
      www.designingschools.org

      4 min
    • EP #136 | DS 42 |Win Friends with AI

      Welcome back to ‘Your Daily SPARK,’ where each day we explore strategies and skills to make you irreplaceable in a world with AI. Today's focus is on a principle from Dale Carnegie's influential book, ‘How to Win Friends and Influence People’

      This principle is especially relevant today as we integrate AI tools like ChatGPT Teams and Microsoft365 Copilot into our workflows, enabling us to dedicate more time to building human connections.
      Try This Prompt:
      - **Situation:** Your day is overloaded with essential but time-consuming tasks such as scheduling, client follow-ups, and bookkeeping.
      - **Problem:** These necessary tasks are crucial but often distract from deeper engagement with your team and clients—a key component of Dale Carnegie’s teachings.
      - **Aspiration:** Inspired by Carnegie, you aim to foster stronger, more meaningful relationships through empathetic leadership. You’re turning to AI to manage routine tasks, giving you the freedom to focus on people.
      - **Result:** Ideally, with AI taking care of operational tasks, you'll have more time for personal interactions, better understanding client needs, and inspiring your team.
      - **Kismet with ChatGPT:** Exploring types of AI tools that can efficiently manage administrative tasks to enhance your ability to lead and connect on a human level.
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      Resources I Created For You:
      Personalized AI Roadmap: Take this quiz to find out how prepared you and your organization are for an AI world and get a free personalized AI plan
      https://designingschools.org/ai-quiz-start
      Free Webinar: AI Simplified - 3 Steps to Secure Your Career Future and Cut 8+ Hours From Your Week
      https://designingschools.org/aibwebinar
      Visit My Website
      www.designingschools.org

      4 min
    • EP #135 | DS 41 |Turn Chaos into Calm with AI

      In this episode, we explore how AI can help transform our chaotic schedules into structured, productive days using Nir Eyal's timeboxing strategy. Discover practical tools and methods to integrate AI effectively into your daily workflow for better focus and efficiency.

      **Sample Prompt Template**:
      "Hi ChatGPT, today I'm really struggling to keep up with my packed schedule and I feel overwhelmed. Inspired by Nir Eyal's book on becoming indistractable, I'd like to try timeboxing. Could you help me set up a timeboxed schedule? Here’s what my day looks like: [insert your schedule]. I need to allocate specific times for [list your tasks], and I'd appreciate if you could organize them efficiently. Also, could you integrate with Zapier to read my calendar and set this up quickly? Thanks for helping me streamline my day!"
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      Resources I Created For You:
      Personalized AI Roadmap: Take this quiz to find out how prepared you and your organization are for an AI world and get a free personalized AI plan
      https://designingschools.org/ai-quiz-start
      Free Webinar: AI Simplified - 3 Steps to Secure Your Career Future and Cut 8+ Hours From Your Week
      https://designingschools.org/aibwebinar
      Visit My Website
      www.designingschools.org

      4 min
    • EP #134 | DS 40 | Defining Your Human Advantage

      In this episode we go into the essence of what makes you indispensable in a world alongside AI. Have you ever considered that what seems normal to you might be extraordinary to others? In this episode, we explore tools that help uncover the hidden gems within you—your unique human advantages.

      Try this Prompt: - **Situation**: You've just completed the Sparketype or CliftonStrengths assessment and are reviewing your results, which reflect aspects of your character you might not have fully recognized before.- **Problem**: While these insights are intriguing, you're unsure how to apply them in your daily life to align more closely with your true self and do work that brings you joy.- **Aspiration**: Your goal is to use these insights to define your unique niche and make your mark, whether in your current job, a side project, or personal growth.- **Results**: Ideally, employing these strengths not only leads to conventional success but also to a deeper sense of fulfillment and authenticity in all your endeavors.- **Kismet**: What might you be overlooking in the process of self-application? How can you strategically integrate your unique strengths into daily actions and decisions? Share three ways to get started today.

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      Resources I Created For You:
      Personalized AI Roadmap: Take this quiz to find out how prepared you and your organization are for an AI world and get a free personalized AI plan
      https://designingschools.org/ai-quiz-start
      Free Webinar: AI Simplified - 3 Steps to Secure Your Career Future and Cut 8+ Hours From Your Week
      https://designingschools.org/aibwebinar
      Visit My Website
      www.designingschools.org

      5 min

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    Cultures of innovation begin with a culture of empathy. As you navigate today’s changing world the question remains how do you create these cultures? How do you scale them? And how do you help people develop the mindset and skills to thrive within them?

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