In this episode, co-authors of The Promises and Perils of AI in Education Dee Lanier and Ken Shelton join for a timely discussion spotlighting what educators need to know about AI. You’ll hear expert tips for moving at an accessible pace, viewing Artificial Intelligence as an opportunity to teach ethics and equity, avoiding the efficiency trap, and lots more. If you’re looking for insights on the current state of AI in education and tips for thoughtful AI implementation in your teaching practice, this episode has you covered!
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Things to Know About AI
- Learn about AI at a pace that challenges you but is still accessible.
- View AI as an opportunity to teach about ethics and equity.
- Use AI to enhance components of the learning process instead of only automating tasks.
- Use AI intentionally, like supporting Culturally Responsive Education.
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EPISODE RESOURCES
- Explore Dee Lanier’s website & connect on LinkedIn, X (Twitter) & Instagram
- Check out Ken Shelton’s website & connect on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), & Instagram
- Grab a copy of Dee & Ken’s book The Promises and Perils of AI in Education
- Supplemental Resource for the book – coming soon
- Check out EdTech Books by Dr. Monica Burns
- Explore Artificial Intelligence Resources, Events & Workshops & Free Stuff
- 6 Books About AI for Kids (Blog Post)
- The Power of Community in the Education Space (Podcast Episode)
- 9 Reasons Summer is the Best Time to Dive into AI for Educators (Blog Post)
- How to Use AI to Help Design Student Projects (Podcast Episode)
- 15 Teacher Tips to Use Gemini to Save Time (Blog Post)
- Prompt that Dee shared: Perspective: Take on the role of an experienced English Language Arts teacher in a US high school in the city of Chicago, IL. Purpose: Analyze the following writing prompt and give suggestions on how to make it more culturally responsive- “Write a story about a character who discovers a mysterious, abandoned house in the woods” Parameters: Use the following definition of culturally responsive education- A pedagogy that recognizes the importance of including students’ cultural references in all aspects of learning and seeks to make learning encounters more relevant to and effective for students from diverse backgrounds.