In this episode of Innovations in Education, host David Adams, CEO of Urban Assembly, speaks with Dan Fitzpatrick, a pioneering figure in artificial intelligence and education. You can check out Dan's newsletter The AI Educator here. And here is the link to Dan's new book, Infinite Education.

Discussing Dan's bestselling book The AI Classroom: Teaching and Learning in the Artificial Intelligence Revolution, the conversation delves into Dan's background, his journey into AI, and the future role of AI in teaching and learning. The episode explores the possibilities of AI as a collaborative tool for educators, the balance between traditional teaching methods and innovative AI solutions, and the potential for AI to save teachers' time while enhancing the learning experience. They also ponder broader questions about the purpose of education in an evolving technological landscape. Don't miss it!

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Innovations in Education

00:49 Meet Dan Fitzpatrick: AI Pioneer in Education

02:23 Dan's Journey into AI and Education

06:21 The Role of AI in Modern Teaching

09:16 Balancing Technology and Human Touch in Education

10:42 Efficiency and Time Management for Teachers

20:44 The Future of AI in Education

23:14 The Role of Testing and Ofsted in UK Education

23:45 Defining the Purpose of Education

24:13 Imagining Education on Mars

26:37 Skills for Problem Solving and Innovation

27:47 The Just-in-Time Education Model

29:40 AI as a Collaborative Partner in Creativity

37:49 The Future of Education and AI