In this episode of The Prepared School Psych Podcast, Dr. Amy Merenda, a licensed educational psychologist, delves into the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in school psychology. She shares her cautious yet innovative approach, using AI tools to streamline tasks like report writing and data analysis, allowing more focus on direct interactions with students and families. The discussion emphasizes the importance of ethical practices, highlighting tools compliant with HIPAA and FERPA regulations, such as Bastion GPT. Tune in to explore how AI can enhance efficiency, support ethical decision-making, and help maintain professional judgment in educational psychology.
Bastion GPT: https://bastiongpt.com/
Chat GPT: https://openai.com/index/chatgpt/
Google Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/app
Grammarly: https://app.grammarly.com/
Exploring AI in School Psychology with Gagan Shergill: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exploring-ai-in-school-psychology-with-gagan-shergill/id1727396699?i=1000658662625
Amy's lunch bunch: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WEAY2Nan2X-oVzUn-ruELiByQddWWq1b/viewCASP
Paper on AI: https://casponline.org/the-new-age-of-artificial-intelligence-in-psychological-practices/
NASP Information on AI (please note you need to be members to access this): https://www.nasponline.org/publications/periodicals/communique/issues/volume-52-issue-1
APA Information on AI: https://apadivision16.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/TSP-Summer-2024.pdf?
School Psych AI Ethics Paper: https://www.schoolpsych.ai/ethics
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:01 AI in School Psychology: Initial Thoughts
01:05 Current TV Shows and Personal Interests
02:07 Journey with AI: Challenges and Approaches
04:07 Practical Uses of AI in Report Writing
08:34 Ethical Considerations and Tools for AI
16:37 Community Insights and Roundtable Discussions
20:34 Neurodiversity and Strength-Based Approaches
25:32 Enhancing Report Writing with AI
26:00 The Rapid Evolution of AI
26:22 Ethical Considerations and Professional Judgment
28:21 Practical Applications of AI in Education
29:12 AI's Impact on Learning and Thinking
33:22 Balancing Efficiency and Professional Responsibility
39:02 Exploring AI Tools: A Personal Journey
42:32 Tips for School Psychologists Using AI
46:23 Future of AI in School Psychology
49:34 Conclusion and Resources
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