Have you heard about the news that a 'big guy' was shot in the ear on 17 September?

In Chinese culture, we have an expression to describe this kind of situation. 大难不死，必有后福， means that one is bound for good fortune after surviving a great disaster. We don't know if he will have good fortune or not, but this idiom is perfect for expressing a positive attitude after surviving a big disaster.

这集播客讨论了高等教育在快速转型中，特别是在在线专业和继续教育方面的挑战与机遇。主持人Amrit Ahluwalia采访了斯坦福大学副教务长Matthew Rascoff，探讨了人工智能在高等教育中的局限性和潜力。

Rascoff提到，尽管人工智能未能如预期带来革命性变化，但在线学习的普及已经改变了教育的获取方式，使其更加公平和可及。他强调，教育不仅仅是个性化学习，更应关注共同学习，通过不同背景的人建立联系，促进深入的互动。

两位专家讨论了如何利用AI改善教育评估和师生互动，指出目前AI的应用仍有限，无法替代人际互动和深度学习。Rascoff希望未来能通过校际和社区联盟，以协作方式在教育中更好地应用AI。

This podcast episode discusses the challenges and opportunities for higher education in the midst of a rapid transformation, particularly in online professional and continuing education. Host Amrit Ahluwalia interviews Matthew Rascoff, Associate Provost at Stanford University, about the limitations and potential of artificial intelligence in higher education.

Rascoff mentioned that while AI has failed to revolutionize as much as expected, the proliferation of online learning has transformed access to education, making it more equitable and accessible. He emphasized that education is not just about personalized learning, but should focus on co-learning, which facilitates deeper interactions through connections between people from different backgrounds.

The two experts discussed how AI can be used to improve educational assessment and teacher-student interactions, noting that AI applications are still limited and cannot replace human interaction and deep learning.Rascoff hopes that in the future AI can be better applied in education in a collaborative way through intercollegiate and community-based alliances.

(00:00) Mandarin Chinese Part 中文部分

(08:23) English Part 英文部分

Come and learn some useful expressions for celebrating weekends and holidays! We will also cover the use of adjectives in Chinese.

来学习如何表达庆祝周末和节假日的有用表达吧！我们这一集节目同时涵盖了如何表达形容词。

Transcript文稿：

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SnxDciswWpSwDXzvyjanDBm9VYhly-uM/view?usp=sharing

(00:00) Introduction 简介

(01:12) Speaking Chinese 说华语

(07:29) Listening Comprehension 听力理解

(16:45) Review and Practice 复习与练习

在这一集播客中，我们讨论了美国教育的多元化，特别是小型私立学校如安德鲁学院的作用。通过采访学院院长Kennedy博士，节目介绍了学校的历史，包括其作为女子学院的起源、与教会的联系、以及如何在艰难的经济环境下通过体育和艺术项目扩大招生。节目深入探讨了美国宗教组织在教育中的重要角色，同时展示了这些学院如何应对现代挑战，例如财政困难和招生压力。

In this episode, we discuss the diversity of American education, particularly the role of small private colleges like Andrew College in Georgia. Through an interview with the college president, Dr. Kennedy, the podcast covers the institution's history, its origins as a women's college, its connection to the church, and how it has expanded enrollment by introducing athletic and arts programs despite financial challenges. The episode also explores the significant role religious organizations have played in American education and how these institutions face modern challenges like funding issues and declining enrollment.

(00:00) Introduction 简介

(01:24) 中文部分

(08:51) English Part

How do you usually celebrate your birthday? Come and listen to some useful vocabulary to express birthday celebrations and how to express plural pronouns properly!

您通常如何庆祝生日？来听听一些表达庆祝生日的实用词汇，以及如何正确表达复数代词！

Transcript文稿：https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TffEKJxfT5p7SO5hNe8h2EBQlNzLSvoh/view?usp=sharing

(00:00) Introduction 简介

(01:10) Speaking Chinese 说华语

(06:08) Listening Comprehension 听力理解

(10:40) Review and Practice 复习与练习

Want to learn some advanced Chinese phrases? We introduced a Chinese proverb "锲而不舍，金石可镂" and how it can describe the greatest US gymnast Simone Biles. Come and learn with us! Find the transcription in this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zlCcJyR-CadZlnhnU7o3mqaDLy0aEGNm/view?usp=sharing

想学习一些高级中文表达吗？我们介绍了一个中国成语 “锲而不舍，金石可镂”，以及如何形容美国最伟大的体操运动员西蒙-拜尔斯。来和我们一起学习吧！想看原稿可以点这个链接：https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zlCcJyR-CadZlnhnU7o3mqaDLy0aEGNm/view?usp=sharing

我们介绍了“纳米”这个概念及其与现代科技的联系，重点讨论了Udacity的“纳米学位”项目。该项目旨在为专业人士提供高科技领域的职业培训，通过与企业合作设计课程，为学生量身定制实践项目。Udacity被Accenture收购后，前景更为广阔。

The podcast introduced the concept of "nano" and its connection to modern technology, with a focus on Udacity's "Nanodegree" program. This program aims to provide professional training in high-tech fields by collaborating with companies to design courses and customize practical projects for students. After being acquired by Accenture, Udacity's future looks even more promising.

在本集节目中，我们将探讨一个结合了德薇克教授的成长型思维心理学和儿童的情感发展的故事： 大头鲍勃的励志故事，以及他怎样激励了无数美国学生将自己的独特挑战转化为优点。美国教育播客采访了本系列图书的创作者David Bradley先生。

In this episode, we explore a story that combines Professor Dweck's psychology of the growth mindset with the emotional development of children: the inspirational story of Big Head Bob and how he has inspired countless American students to turn their unique challenges into strengths. The American Education Podcast interviews Mr. David Bradley, the creator of this book series.

本期节目介绍南卡罗来纳州查尔斯顿的历史背景和克林顿学院的现代发展，特别是学院如何向职业学院转型以适应就业需求，并专访了克林顿学院校长McCorn博士，他的“卓越无借口”理念激励了无数学生。

English part starts at 8:25. This episode introduces the historical background of Charleston, South Carolina, and the modern development of Clinton College. It highlights the college's transition to a vocational institution to meet employment demands. The episode features an interview with Dr. Lester McCorn, the president of Clinton College, whose "Excellence Without Excuse" philosophy has inspired countless students.

在第76集节目中，我们分享了三个精彩故事。首先是伊朗移民Nina Rees的励志故事，她在美国教育领域的成就。接着我们探讨了特许学校和人工智能在教育中的应用。最后，我们介绍了微型学校和职业技术教育的新模式。请收听我们的深入讨论。

In episode 76, we share three compelling stories. First, the inspiring journey of Iranian immigrant Nina Rees in U.S. education. Then, we explore charter schools and the role of AI in education. Finally, we introduce new models like micro-schools and vocational education. Tune in for our in-depth discussion.