In this keynote from the Michigan Virtual AI Summit, Nathan Labenz speaks directly to K-12 educators about the current reality and rapid trajectory of the AI frontier. He explores why a balanced mindset of excitement and fear is crucial for navigating this technology, drawing on personal history to emphasize a "whole-of-society" effort. Discover key insights into AI's impact and its profound implications for the future of education.

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CHAPTERS:

(00:00) About the Episode

(02:38) An Ambassador From Silicon Valley

(07:00) The Forrest Gump of AI (Part 1)

(13:19) Sponsor: Tasklet

(14:31) The Forrest Gump of AI (Part 2)

(14:43) The Cognitive Revolution

(18:09) Debunking AI Misconceptions

(24:15) Recent AI Breakthroughs (Part 1)

(24:27) Sponsor: Shopify

(26:24) Recent AI Breakthroughs (Part 2)

(30:08) The Future of Work

(34:56) AI's Deceptive Behaviors

(44:18) Revolutionizing Education

(48:59) New Skills to Focus On

(56:14) Education's Greatest Generation

(01:03:24) Outro

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