Category: AI
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AI Policy Toolkit: Transparency Checklist
I have assisted numerous schools in Australia and abroad in developing their Generative AI Guidelines using national and international resources. The Australian Framework emphasizes transparency, outlining a practical checklist for schools to follow. By prioritizing open communication, ethical considerations, and ongoing evaluation, schools can align with best practices and ensure responsible AI implementation.
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Why Writing Needs Good Friction
Technology companies aim to minimise “friction” in user experience, a concept also relevant in psychology and education. While some see friction as a valuable part of the writing process, others seek to reduce it. Diverse viewpoints from authors, educators, and AI experts generate a larger conversation about the implications of artificial intelligence and writing.
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3 Levels of Lesson Planning with GenAI
Generative AI, including ChatGPT, has impacted education. It now incorporates image recognition, text-to-speech, and code generation. Three levels for using GenAI in education are outlined in this post: Basic Prompts, Adding Context (including file uploads), and Custom Chatbots and Projects. The goal is to enhance, not replace, human expertise in teaching. Approach AI-generated content critically.
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Hands on with Claude 3.5 Sonnet
Anthropic, a major AI developer and one of the biggest competitors to OpenAI, have just released a new model of Claude – their incredibly capable Generative AI application. It comes just a couple of months after the release of OpenAI’s GPT-4o, and after playing around with it for a few days I think it outstrips…
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New Online Course: Introduction to Generative AI
This online course, “Introduction to Generative AI in Education,” equips educators with foundational knowledge of generative AI and its practical use in the classroom. Participants explore technical concepts, ethical considerations, practical applications, and global perspectives. The course focuses on integrating AI into educational settings, addressing bias, and understanding its impact on student wellbeing.
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Multimodal Discourse and Generative AI
I’ve been re-reading Kress and Van Leeuwen’s 2001 book, Multimodal Discourse for the nth time, and, despite showing its age in some areas, it still offers some great language for discussing Generative AI. Kress and Van Leeuwen presented a new theory of multimodal semiotics, designed up update monomodal theories of communication with new technologies in…
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Racist, Robotic, and Random: More Thoughts on Generative AI Grading
There has been a surge in discussions on using generative AI for assessment and grading, sparking polarised views on its potential biases and impacts. Research and personal experiments have revealed concerns about AI’s capability and fairness in grading, particularly in regards to racial bias. The black box nature of AI poses challenges, and while it…
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Education doesn’t need more sparkle ✨
The education system is often deemed broken, but in reality, it is working as designed. While technology may claim to “revolutionize education”, it often fails to address societal and cultural shifts impacting education. Technological solutions, like Microsoft’s “add sparkle” feature, demonstrate a lack of understanding and respect for educators. True progress lies in supporting educators…
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GenAI Across the Disciplines: Visual Communication Design with Melissa Avery
Over the next couple of months I’ll be speaking with teachers across the disciplines to understand how they’re using Generative AI in their subject areas. I’ve recently published a series on Generative AI Strategy for Faculty Leaders, and I believe it’s incredibly important to understand the different implications of the technology in a range of…
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How Artificial Intelligence Can Catch Up With Pedagogy
I’m calling bullshit on the idea that pedagogy needs to catch up with AI. As an educator who uses AI, I know firsthand its profound limitations. Technologists’ view of education is condescending and contemptuous. AI companies need to spend time in classrooms and update themselves on modern pedagogy.