Hosts Mike Pearson and Pat Burns meet with founder of Gruvy Education, William Grube, who is currently working on a Masters of Computer Science degree at North Dakota State. Grube discusses the workshops he has given to over 30 schools where he educates teachers about AI and cybersecurity. The conversation also covers the need for teachers to understand evolving technologies, the importance of utilizing AI as a tool without allowing it to inhibit students' development of critical thinking skills, and data security.

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Mike Pearson and Pat Burns talk with Eduaide.ai co-founder and middle school teacher, Thomas Thompson on how AI technology can revolutionize education by reducing costs, enhancing efficiency, and providing personalized learning experiences. Thompson emphasizes the importance of democratizing access to educational resources, especially for financially disadvantaged teachers. Eduaide.ai is a user-friendly tool that harnesses AI to simplify lesson planning and resource creation for educators. The platform's focus is on enhancing creativity, collaboration, and experimentation in teaching approaches, while maintaining a balance and continuing to prioritize critical thinking and educators' expertise in the teaching process.

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Mike Pearson and Pat Burns speak with David Miller, an industrial designer in San Francisco who has over a decade of experience designing products for tech companies. David has seen firsthand how AI tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT have transformed the creative process. But he believes human designers, artists and creators still have an irreplaceable role to play. David argues that if we teach design, writing, art or any field primarily as a technical skill, we risk losing sight of the human experience that gives creative work meaning. While AI may handle routine tasks, human qualities like creativity, intuition, emotion, empathy and storytelling remain uniquely human. By cultivating them, humans and machines can build a collaborative future.

However, David warns that the rise of AI means educators, designers and artists have urgent work ahead. We need to help students develop skills that AI struggles with, like imagination, purpose and a sense of meaning. If we can teach students to evolve with technology rather than fear it, the possibilities are endless. But we must start now. Some of the key insights and takeaways from our conversation with David Miller include:

• AI tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT have made aspects of design faster and easier, but human designers will still be needed to forge meaningful connections and craft compelling stories. AI struggles with qualities like creativity, emotion, intuition and empathy.

• Teaching kids to write, design and create art just to prepare them for future jobs risks "losing what we value most about being human." Educators need to nurture imagination, purpose and a sense of meaning.

• The rise of AI means every field from design to education has a responsibility to help students develop skills AI struggles with. We need to teach students how to thrive with technology, not fear it.

• While machines may transform our jobs, they don't have to replace us. The possibilities are endless if we choose to pursue them. We need to focus on evolving with AI, not competing with it.

• The future remains unwritten. Humans—not machines—will shape how AI transforms fields like design, education, art and work. Creativity, purpose and human connection will drive the future, if we choose to cultivate them.

• We can expand human potential in ways once unimaginable. But we must act now. The opportunity awaits—if we rise to the occasion.

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Hosts Mike Pearson and Pat Burns listen as Middle school social studies teacher Dan Jones discusses his passion for the flipped classroom approach to teaching and his innovative use of AI, inspired by his students' projects and the popular streaming platform Netflix. Jones transformed his curriculum, creating a system where students click on their classwork like one does their Netflix account. His curriculum fosters engagement, excitement, and relatability rather than just dry facts. His inventive methods have received admiration from fellow educators. His work is showcased in the episode and may be viewed on The Bot Brothers YouTube channel. Additionally, it may be purchased directly from Dan Jones at Teachers Pay Teachers.

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Mike Pearson and Pat Burns discuss design and AI with architect, designer, and educator Trudy Watt. Trudy's interests in transdisciplinary collaboration, compassion in design, and practical work in architecture underscore the radical possibilities of unleashing AI in the classroom. How might AI impact learning, students, and education? What role does the design of AI play in its impact on humans who are learning? How might one leverage AI for a more compassionate classroom or a classroom built on collaboration? The hosts discuss these questions and more with Trudy. For classroom educators, Trudy offers fresh perspectives for all to consider.

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Mike Pearson and Pat Burns are joined by Geoff Schmit, First Robotics Mentor and Computer Scientist. Geoff and the hosts discuss software engineering, teaching, the world of computer science and the importance of diverse backgrounds in development. Geoff sheds light on the evolution of programming languages and frameworks, highlighting their role in simplifying coding tasks and fostering critical thinking. They discuss the responsibilities of computer scientists in shaping the world, addressing ethical implications in software and algorithms, and biases in machine learning systems. Additionally, they highlight the connection between English, writing, and computer science, emphasizing the significance of critical thinking in effectively utilizing AI tools.

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Mike Pearson and Pat Burns discuss AI in language learning with Leigh Murrell, a Spanish teacher from San Diego, CA. They explore the differences between AI integration in English and foreign language classrooms, the impact of AI on teaching, and the role of educators in guiding students to effectively use AI tools.

The conversation highlights the benefits and challenges of AI tools like ChatGPT, Duolingo, and Khanmigo, emphasizing the need for developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The episode also showcases real-life examples of AI use in foreign language classrooms.

The episode concludes with a reflection on the paradox of choice in AI, emphasizing the importance of strategically choosing AI technologies that add value and elevate students' learning experiences. This thought-provoking conversation sheds light on the future of language learning and how AI can transform education.

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Mike Pearson and Pat Burns are joined by distinguished guests Jack Haynes, a linguist and EL professor, and Sarah Quirk, an English and writing professor. Together, they posit and offer answers to many of the big questions that LLMs and AI bring into the profession of Education:

• How do emotional reactions to AI in education, such as fear and concerns about plagiarism, impact the adoption and implementation of AI in teaching and learning?

• To what extent can AI mimic human creativity and sentience, and what are the implications of these limitations on AI-generated work in education?

• Can AI-generated work evoke profound humanistic responses, and how might this affect the future role of AI in education?

• How can educators and institutions leverage AI to facilitate deeper inquiry and promote the importance of meaningful questions in education?

• In what ways can institutional changes and rethinking the structure of required courses help motivate students to genuinely engage with their work, shifting the focus from gamification and chasing points towards nurturing genuine interest and passion in students?

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Mike Pearson and Pat Burns are joined by Stephanie Beck, a librarian and educator, for an exploratory conversation about AI in education, focusing on ChatGPT. We discuss potential benefits, ethical considerations, and possible risks in the realm of information literacy, equity, inclusivity, and critical thinking. Stephanie highlights the vital role librarians play in navigating information and addressing AI-generated content. Together, we probe the impact of AI on critical thinking and the evolving educational landscape, emphasizing the value of collaborative exploration among teachers, librarians, and AI technology.

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Mike Pearson and Pat Burns find themselves stunned by the dramatic and constant changing AI landscape. AutoGPT is the newest and latest transformational AI technology that is creating waves. Join Mike and Pat as they consider this new landscape and discuss its implications. The hosts also discuss Sudowrite, an AI program for fiction writers and the ramifications on creative writing and art.

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