In this episode of AmpED to 11: The Plug, hosts Brett Roer and Rebecca Bultsma break down the latest shifts in AI, from mental health to higher education, ethics, and beyond. With AI rolling out at scale in universities, supporting mental health, and sparking fresh debates on responsible development, there’s a lot to unpack.

Main Discussions:

• AI in mental health – With the growing demand for 24/7 support, AI-powered tools like Sonny 24/7 are stepping in—but can they truly fill the gap, or are we facing serious privacy risks?
• Higher education’s AI leap – California State University is rolling out AI training for 500,000 students and staff in the largest AI deployment in higher ed history. But is the system ready for it?
• The ethics of AI development – Claude is doubling down on responsible AI, while Elon Musk’s Grok 3 is taking a no-guardrails approach. What does this mean for the future of AI?

Also Mentioned:

• OpenAI’s Advanced Voice Mode – Now rolling out to all users for more natural and dynamic AI conversations.
• Deep Research Tools – ChatGPT Plus, Team, and Enterprise users now have access to high-level AI-powered research reports.
• Claude’s Latest Update – Improved reasoning and coding capabilities make it a stronger AI player.
• Amazon’s AI-Powered Alexa Upgrade – Smarter AI interactions are coming in March.

From ethical dilemmas to major AI rollouts, Brett and Rebecca bring you the key updates shaping the future of AI and education.

👉 Tune in now to stay ahead of the AI curve.

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