In today's episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer sits down with Amy Lomellini, the Director of Accessibility for Anthology. Lomellini shares her personal journey and how it led her to become a passionate advocate for accessibility in educational technology.  

Listeners will gain valuable insights into the intersection of assistive technology, artificial intelligence, and universal design for learning (UDL). Lomellini discusses the transformative potential of AI in empowering individuals with disabilities and emphasizes the importance of keeping humans in control of these technologies.  

This episode is a must-listen for educators, instructional designers, and anyone interested in creating inclusive learning experiences. Lomellini's expertise and personal experiences offer a unique perspective on the future of education and the role of technology in fostering accessibility for all.  

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:42 Amy's Origin Story

01:55 Career Journey and Challenges

03:38 Role at Anthology and Accessibility Initiatives

05:52 AI and Assistive Technology

08:45 Ethical Considerations and Human Control

16:41 Universal Design for Learning

19:13 Future of Accessibility and Career Advice

20:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Dr. Kenneth Carter, a clinical psychologist and professor, returns to Trending in Education to discuss his work as the founder of Emory University's Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement. Carter and host Mike Palmer explore the challenges and opportunities of translating academic knowledge into accessible and engaging content for the public.  

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This episode provides valuable insights into the importance of public scholarship and the role of academics in making knowledge accessible to wider audiences. Carter's expertise in psychology and his passion for public engagement offer a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of communicating complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner.  

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00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:21 Reintroducing Dr. Kenneth Carter

00:43 Public Scholarship and Engagement

02:11 The Center's First Year and Signature Events

04:11 The Role of Media in Public Engagement

09:44 Public Scholarship Academy

12:29 Psychology Insights and Public Discourse

18:52 Future of Public Scholarship

20:59 Conclusion and Takeaways

Dr. Allison Scott, CEO of the Kapor Foundation, joins Mike Palmer on Trending in Education to discuss the crucial intersection of technology, education, and equity. The conversation explores the persistent lack of diversity in the tech industry and the urgent need to prepare students for the AI-driven future. Dr. Scott emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, ethical considerations, and creating a more inclusive tech ecosystem that benefits everyone. This episode offers valuable insights for educators, parents, and anyone interested in the transformative power of technology and its impact on society.

We reference the WEF Future of Jobs Report and the Kapor's Guide to Responsible AI.

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Dr. Allison Scott provides a compelling vision for the future of tech education. She emphasizes the importance of diversity, critical thinking, and ethical considerations in the development and use of AI. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of work, education, and technology.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:43 Dr. Allison Scott's Origin Story

01:07 Understanding Inequality in Education

02:55 The Kapor Foundation's Mission

03:36 The Leaky Tech Pipeline Framework

05:40 Responsible AI and Diversity

06:52 Preparing the Next Generation for AI

10:38 Critical Thinking and AI Education

11:25 Future of Work and Skills

13:56 Encouraging Innovation and Problem Solving

22:04 Philanthropy and Nonprofits in Tech

23:19 Conclusion and Takeaways

Steve Shapiro, the co-founder and CEO of Finetune and SVP of AI in assessment for Prometric, joins us to discuss the transformative potential of AI in education and assessment. Shapiro emphasizes that we are still in the nascent stages of AI adoption and that there is vast untapped potential for this technology to revolutionize how we design, deliver, and assess learning experiences.  

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This episode provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of AI in education, offering a balanced perspective on both the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Shapiro's expertise and experience in the field make for a compelling and informative discussion that will be of interest to educators, technologists, and anyone interested in the future of learning.  

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00:00 Introduction to the Special AI Edition

01:09 Steve Shapiro's Origin Story

02:58 The Birth and Evolution of FineTune

05:13 AI's Role in Assessment

09:54 Prometric Acquisition and High-Stakes Exams

15:56 The DeepSeek Kerfuffle and AI Market Dynamics

20:52 Future of AI in Education and Assessment

29:07 Advice for Entrepreneurs and Future of Work

33:40 Closing Thoughts and Takeaways

Jenee Henry Wood, Chief Learning Officer at Transcend and co-author of the book Extraordinary Learning for All: How Communities Design Schools Where Everybody Thrives, joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about community-based design and how to leap ahead past the industrial model of K12 education left over from the 20th century.

Jenee shares her journey into education, which began with a background in international economics and led her to Teach for America to become a teacher and advocate for students' voice and teacher/community empowerment. We discuss the limitations of the traditional "industrial" model of education and explore the concept of community-based design, where schools partner with students, parents, and the wider community to create learning experiences that are relevant, engaging, and empowering.  

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Isabelle Hau, author of the book, Love to Learn: The Transformative Power of Care and Connection in Early Childhood, joins Mike Palmer in a conversation about the importance of relationships in early education and what it means to our understanding of intelligence and human development. Hau highlights the concept of “relational intelligence” or “RQ” and its increasing importance in a world dominated by artificial intelligence. Isabelle is the Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning.

The two discuss the role of parents, and the give and take of "serve-and-return" interactions with early learners in fostering relational intelligence and building synaptic connections early in life. Hau emphasizes the importance of play in early childhood development and offers advice for parents on how to encourage healthy social and emotional growth in their children while avoiding the risks of over-parenting and over-structuring children's lives.

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In this episode of Trending in Education, we're diving deep into the often-turbulent waters of college admissions with Teege Metille, an expert in higher education, admissions consulting, and a podcaster himself. He's also the author of The Admissions Counselor Malaise: Addressing the Staff Morale Crisis in College Admissions. With his insights, we explore the evolving landscape of higher education, address common anxieties and misconceptions, and reveal how AI is transforming the admissions process.  

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Erin Mote, CEO of InnovateEDU, joins Mike Palmer to discuss the future of education and the role of AI in shaping learning. Erin shares her insights on the importance of AI literacy, the need for ethical AI development, and the challenges and opportunities facing education in the age of AI. She emphasizes the importance of preparing students for a rapidly changing world and highlights the need for collaboration between K-12, higher education, and the workforce.  

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Kathleen deLaski, author of Who Needs College Anymore? Imagining a Future Where Degrees Won't Matter joins host Mike Palmer for a candid conversation about the future of higher education. With rising college costs and a shifting job market, many are questioning the value of a traditional college degree. We dig into it with Kathleen who brings her unique blend of experience at the Education Design Lab and beyond to bear on the conversation.

Here's the link to her previous appearance on Trending in Ed.  

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