Examining

By Erik Christiansen and Kris Hans

Examining is a technology-focused podcast that dives deep. Our co-hosts, Erik Christiansen and Kris Hans examine the technology industry, productivity, and education, and provide practical tech tips. ... more

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April 07, 202355: Bing it on!
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SHOW NOTES
Chat bots/AI
Wharton professor uses AI tools to complete a business project in 30 minutes with superhuman results
Gen Z tech skills gap: Dell study
Apple pumps the brakes on artificial intelligence
ChatGPT bug exposed people’s conversation history
Google and Microsoft’s Bard and Bing chatbots spread misinformation
Introducing Microsoft 365 Copilot: Your copilot for work
Bard faces off against GPT: Here’s why this AI showdown is important
AI chatbots comparison: Bard, Bing, ChatGPT, GPT-4
Bing vs Bard: AI chatbot comparison
Bard faces off against GPT: Here’s why this AI showdown is important
GPT-4 and Bard: More than just running text
Patterns, culture and theft
ChatGPT: Artificial intelligence solutionism hype
Kris is giving a talk: “Writing Smarter, Not Harder: Using ChatGPT and AI Writers in the Classroom” at the MRU Celebrate event on May 4th at 10:30am. You can find more info about the event here.
Tips
Paperlike
Meditations: A New Translation by Marcus Aurelius
Can distraction-free devices change the way we write?
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Twitter: @EdTechExamined
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
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Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
(Show notes created with help from Bing Chat AI)
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1h 51min
March 03, 202354: AI Wars
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SHOW NOTES
AI Wars:
Google's AI chatbot, Bard, made a mistake during an exoplanet demo, causing some embarrassment for the company. (source: https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/8/23590864/google-ai-chatbot-bard-mistake-error-exoplanet-demo)
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced Bing ChatGPT, a new AI chatbot that will compete with Google Search. (source: https://www.theverge.com/23589994/microsoft-ceo-satya-nadella-bing-chatgpt-google-search-ai)
The new Bing chatbot has faced criticism for insulting and gaslighting users. (source: https://www.fastcompany.com/90850277/bing-new-chatgpt-ai-chatbot-insulting-gaslighting-users)
Elon Musk's OpenAI and Microsoft are under regulatory oversight for their development and deployment of AI technologies. (source: https://fortune.com/2023/02/17/chatgpt-elon-musk-openai-microsoft-company-regulator-oversight/)
Privacy by Design:
The blog post highlights the importance of building a safe and transparent edtech ecosystem through regulatory vision, to protect users' privacy and data. (source: https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/medialse/2023/02/17/building-a-safe-and-transparent-edtech-ecosystem-a-regulatory-vision/)
Mini-Forecast:
Forbes predicts the top 5 education trends in 2023, which include personalized learning, experiential learning, and the use of AI and virtual reality in education. (source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/02/17/the-top-5-education-trends-in-2023/amp/)
ChatGPT Detector:
TurnItIn announced an AI detector with 97% accuracy to check for essays written by AI language models such as ChatGPT. (source: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/turnitin-announces-ai-detector-97-cent-accuracy)
CNN reported on a new tool to help students check whether their essays were written by AI language models such as ChatGPT. (source: https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2023/01/31/tech/chatgpt-check-tool/index.html)
Bonus:
NYU professors advised their students not to use ChatGPT, citing concerns about plagiarism and ethics. (source: https://www.vice.com/en/article/n7zxe7/nyu-professors-tell-their-students-do-not-use-chatgpt)
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54min
February 03, 202353: ChatGPT Moral Panic
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SHOW NOTES
ChatGPT
"Deconstructing ChatGPT: The Future of Continuing Education" from Inside Higher Ed (https://www.insidehighered.com/digital-learning/blogs/online-trending-now/deconstructing-chatgpt-future-continuing-education) discusses the potential uses of the language model ChatGPT in the field of continuing education.
"Freaking Out About ChatGPT - Part I" (https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/just-visiting/freaking-out-about-chatgpt—part-i) and "Freaking Out About ChatGPT - Part II" (https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/just-visiting/freaking-out-about-chatgpt—part-ii) from Inside Higher Ed explore the concerns and ethical considerations surrounding the use of ChatGPT.
A course on ChatGPT is available on the website "Nick S Site 9a5e" (https://nick-s-site-9a5e.thinkific.com/courses/aiteachers) which teaches teachers how to use the language model.
"How to Detect ChatGPT Plagiarism" from Digital Trends (https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-detect-chatgpt-plagiarism/) offers tips on identifying when text generated by ChatGPT has been used without proper attribution.
"ChatGPT: Artificial Intelligence in Universities" from the New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/16/technology/chatgpt-artificial-intelligence-universities.html) examines how universities are beginning to integrate ChatGPT into their curriculum.
"OpenAI Cybercriminals Starting to Use ChatGPT" from Check Point Research (https://research.checkpoint.com/2023/opwnai-cybercriminals-starting-to-use-chatgpt/) discusses the potential for ChatGPT to be used in cybercrime.
OpenAI-OpenAI Detector (https://openai-openai-detector.hf.space/) is a tool for detecting AI-generated text.
Apple Knowlege Navigator 1988 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xp4aRpcX5So) is a concept video of what the future of computing would look like with AI and multi-tasking interfaces.
Apple hardware announcements January 2023.
Apple announced new Macs and a HomePod at a recent event (https://www.macrumors.com/2023/01/19/new-macs-and-homepod-recap/)
Tech Tips
The Apple Freeform app (https://support.apple.com/en-ca/guide/freeform/frfm85d6f7b58/mac) allows users to create custom shapes with their Apple Pencil on the Mac.
Neeva (https://neeva.com/) is a private search engine that doesn't track or personalize results.
(Show notes created with assistance by ChatGPT Jan 21, 2023)
CONTACT
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @EdTechExamined
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
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54min
November 05, 2022 52: FrankenPad
Erik and Kris discuss new hardware announcements from Microsoft and Apple. They provide their take on the new Surface devices and iPads. Our co-hosts also discuss the purchase of edX and the pros and cons of outsourcing online learning program development.
PATREON
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SHOW NOTES
Links
* Microsoft Surface event: Paul Thurrott (Thurrott.com)
* New iPad: Six Colors, Engadget and CNET
* edX purchase: The Crimson
* Andreessen Horowitz betting big on edtech: Business Insider
* Pros and cons of outsourcing online program development: Inside HigherEd
* Udemy third-quarter results: Globe Newswire
CONTACT
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @EdTechExamined
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
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39min
October 21, 2022 51: Bricking News
In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss podcast discovery tools and strategies, the firing of an NYU chemistry prof, Lego's purchase of Brain Pop, edtech surveillance, edtech layoffs, and a new EdTech book from Athabasca University Press.
We're sorry for some of the audio issues. The Internet was a little wonky during our recording :(
PATREON
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SHOW NOTES
Links
*Podcast discovery: Overcast; Podchaser; Rephonic
*Bloomberg: Firing of NYU chemistry prof
*WSJ: Lego buys Brain Pop
*NYT: A review of online learning
*The74: EdTech surveillance and the White House
*QZ: India's post-pandemic setbacks
*TC: End of the EdTech honeymoon
*Book: EdTech Metaphors - AU Press
CONTACT
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @EdTechExamined
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer
Website: chrishoang.ca
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1h 4min
October 08, 2022 Fifty: Over the Hill
In this episode, Erik and Kris celebrate the 50th episode of EdTech Examined. Our co-hosts reflect on the podcast so far, announce their new Patreon page, discuss best practices for file naming, review hardware from Apple and Microsoft, and talk about Windows 11 productivity updates.

PATREON
https://www.patreon.com/EdTechExamined
SHOW NOTES
Links
*Medium: File naming conventions
*MacWorld: Apple 'Far Out' event
*CNET: Windows 11 updates
*Windows Central: Surface Pro rumours
*Windows Central: Surface Studio rumours
CONTACT
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @EdTechExamined
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer
Website: chrishoang.ca
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52min
September 17, 2022 49: Rewind - Teaching and Learning Online Network Interview
Today we’re re-releasing an interview we did with TALON - the Teaching and Learning Online Network, at the University of Calgary’s School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape.
Our interview was reworked and was recently published as a book chapter in “Voices from the Digital Classroom: 25 Interviews about Teaching and Learning in the Face of a Global Pandemic.” The book is available in print through the University of Calgary Press, and as a free online book.
In this interview we discuss online teaching strategies, including the value of preparation, communicating with students effectively, developing reusable resources, suggestions for collaboration software, and ‘netiquette.’ We also share our vision for the future of online learning.
SHOW NOTES
*New Book! Voices from the Digital Classroom
*Video interview with TALON
*UofC School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape
*Mac McGinn (interviewer)
CONTACT
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @EdTechExamined
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
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1h 16min
September 02, 2022 48: Tune Up
In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss an edtech privacy court ruling, NFT textbooks, new certificates from Meta, the shifting social media landscape, and how to avoid the paradox of success. Our co-hosts also discuss their new book chapter in "Voices from the Digital Classroom" and provide 'tune up' tips for your Mac or Windows PC.
SHOW NOTES
Links
*Bloomberg: Pearson blockchain could make money every time e-books change hands
*New Yorker: TikTok and the fall of social media giants
*The Verge: Universities can't scan students' rooms
*Coursera: New Meta certificates
*LinkedIn: Avoid the paradox of success
*Computer World: 17 ways to speed up Windows 10
*MacWorld: How to speed up a Mac
New book chapter
*Kris Hans & Erik Christiansen in "Voices from the Digital Classroom: 25 Interviews about Teaching and Learning in the Face of a Global Pandemic"
*Free online version
CONTACT
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @EdTechExamined
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer
Website: chrishoang.ca
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1h 22min
August 05, 2022 47: Atomic Effort
In this episode, Erik and Kris review essential Windows 10 tips, edtech privacy in schools, tech industry layoffs, 3D Google Maps, Chromebook updates, Intel mini desktops, and iOS Lockdown Mode. Kris reviews the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, and Erik reviews the book Effortless by Greg McKeown.
SHOW NOTES:
Links
Windows Tips from How To Geek: 10 hidden windows features you should be using
Human Right Watch: Online learning products enables surveillance of children
The Economic Times: Why edtech needs a deep renovation
McKinsey & Company (consulting): Demand for online education is growing. Are providers ready?
Times Colonist: We need to ensure education technology doesn’t amplify inequality
Tech Crunch: Google maps rolls out location sharing notification, immersive views and better bike navigation
ArsTechnica: Google Maps is getting 3D imagery on mobile, detailed biking info, and more
Thurrott: Google is bringing a video editor and virtual desktops to chromebooks
Tech Crunch: Denmark bans Chromebooks and Google Workspace in schools over data transfer
Tech Radar: Intel NUC 12 could be a mini PC powerhouse
CNET: Apple’s new Lockdown Mode on iOS 16 could protect you from cyber attacks
Books
Atomic Habits - James Clear
*Resources from Book: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits/resources
Effortless - Greg McKeown
CONTACT
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @EdTechExamined
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer
Website: chrishoang.ca
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1h 32min
July 08, 2022 46: Omnichannel
In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss iA Presenter - a simpler presentation app - emerging edtech companies, the consequences of social media, and Kellogg School of Management's executive education.

SHOW NOTES:

#EdTechOfficeHours:

*iA Presenter

News
*Cal Newport: the 3 hour fields medal
*Medium: The edtech top 50 - emerging companies for higher education
*The New Statesman: Jonathan Haidt: “America is the ghost of liberal democracies’ future”

Discussion item
*Harvard executive education

CONTACT:
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @EdTechExamined

TEAM INFORMATION:

Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Twitter: @egchristiansen
Blog: tech-bytes.net

Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
Twitter: @KrisHans
Market Grade: marketgrade.com

Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer
Website: chrishoang.ca
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1h 10min

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