OpenAI’s A Student’s Guide to Writing with ChatGPT

A comprehensive guide for ethical and productive use of ChatGPT in education.

Key features include automating citation formatting, research roadmaps, Socratic dialogue, and iterative feedback.

Matt and Liz debate its utility and timeliness, two years post-ChatGPT launch.

Leon Furze’s Take on Generative AI and Grading

Furze argues against using AI for high-stakes grading due to inherent biases and variability in outputs.

Discussion of experiments showing racial and cultural biases in AI-assigned grades.

Emphasis on generative AI as a tool for formative feedback rather than summative assessment.

Google’s Learn About (Beneath the Surface)

Launched against the backdrop of some troubling AI outputs from Google’s Gemini model.

A new AI tool focused on enhancing learning with interactive, visually engaging, and research-grounded content.

Features include vocab building, contextual explanations, and integrated resources like YouTube videos and articles.

Matt and Liz explore its potential for PIPs (Personal Interest Projects), capstones, and self-guided learning.

Matt and Liz are launching a new cohort for their AI in K-12 Education Micro-Credential in January.

Upcoming live appearances at AESA and the release of more exciting episodes this December.

OpenAI's A Student’s Guide to Writing with ChatGPT: https://openai.com/chatgpt/use-cases/student-writing-guide/

Leon Furze’s blog on AI and Grading: https://leonfurze.com/2024/05/27/dont-use-genai-to-grade-student-work/

Google’s LearnAbout Experiment: https://learning.google.com/experiments/learn-about/signup

AI in K-12 Micro-Credential Info: Skills21.org/ai/micro 

Diasy AI from o2: https://www.forbes.com/sites/lesliekatz/2024/11/15/introducing-daisy-an-ai-granny-outwitting-scammers-one-call-at-a-time/