ChatEDU – The AI & Education Podcast

More Common Sense - A New CSM Report on Teens and AI | Ep. 32


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In this live episode of ChatEDU recorded at an AI conference in Litchfield, Connecticut (More Common Sense - A New CSM Report on Teens and AI), Matt and Liz unpack Common Sense Media's latest report on teen AI usage, followed by an engaging Q&A session with educators. The episode explores the growing role of AI in education and the disparities in awareness between teens and parents.

Getting Started: Matt and Liz kick off the episode from their AI conference in Litchfield, Connecticut, with an enthusiastic audience of educators. They share observations about the conference atmosphere and educators making the most of the beautiful fall day.

Beneath the Surface:

  1. Teen AI Usage and Parental Awareness:

    • Most teens are using AI tools, particularly AI-enhanced search engines

    • Significant gap exists between teen usage and parental awareness

    • Equity and Access Issues:

      • Black and Latino youth show more optimism about AI's educational potential

      • Concerns raised about bias in AI detection systems

      • Need for balanced approaches to AI integration in education

      • School Policy and Guidelines:

        • Many schools lack clear AI policies

        • Students often uncertain about allowed AI uses

        • Need for more consistent guidelines across education

        • Live Audience Q&A: Key discussions centered around data privacy in AI tools, strategies for parent education, and the intersection of gaming and AI access. Educators shared concerns and creative solutions for engaging both students and parents in AI education.

          Announcements:

          • ChatEDU is taking a brief fall break! 

          • Connecticut's community of practice for AI continues with national participation

          • Check out the new AI micro-credential program

          • Related Links:

            • Common Sense Media Report: The Dawn of the AI Era - https://www.commonsensemedia.org/research/the-dawn-of-the-ai-era-teens-parents-and-the-adoption-of-generative-ai-at-home-and-school 

            • Connecticut's Community of Practice for AI Registration - https://www.rescalliance.org/artificial-intelligence-ai 

            • AI Micro-credential Program Information - https://www.skills21.org/ai/micro 


            • Contact Us: Have questions or comments? Email Matt and Liz at [email protected]. Rate, review, and subscribe to ChatEDU on your favorite podcast platform!

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