194: Embracing Change: The Power of AI in Education With Elizabeth Allen

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Takeaways

• AI has the potential to bring important topics to the forefront of education, such as ethics, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Educators play a crucial role in guiding students in the ethical and responsible use of AI.
• AI can be leveraged to address accessibility and inclusion in education, empowering students with diverse learning needs.
• Teaching AI mindsets and skillsets is essential for preparing students for a future with AI.
• Partnerships between AI companies and educational institutions can drive innovation and create opportunities for students.
• Human pedagogy should be at the center of education, ensuring the well-being and care of students and educators.
• Technology, including AI, can play a role in supporting positive learning experiences and providing tools for students.
• Integrating personal stories and the human element in education can enhance the learning process.
• Being kinder to oneself and embracing vulnerability are important for personal growth and learning.
• Change should be embraced, and tools should be utilized to solve real-world problems and engage students.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Focus on AI
03:33 Elizabeth's Background and Global Perspective
09:26 Exploring AI and Beta Testing Google Bard
12:48 AI's Impact on Learning and Education
18:14 Partnerships and AI in Education
26:49 Leveraging AI for Accessibility and Inclusion
34:05 Teaching AI Mindsets and Skillsets
36:51 Teacher Feedback and Implementation Challenges
44:48 The Importance of Human Pedagogy
45:18 The Role of Technology in Taking Care of Humans
46:05 Integrating the Human Element in Education
46:35 Best Piece of Advice: Be Kinder to Yourself
49:19 Rant or Rave: Embracing Change and Utilizing Tools
52:25 Connecting and Following Elizabeth Allen's Work

Resources Mentioned In Show

• Elizabeth on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-allen-b7460343/
• Curb Cut - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3_Rb86wiH4
• Science Matters In America - https://sciencematters.tv/
• Google Bard - https://bard.google.com/
• AI and Forest Recovery - https://environmentamerica.org/updates/ais-newest-frontier-tracking-forest-recovery/ and this talk is interesting https://www.fs.usda.gov/inside-fs/delivering-mission/apply/future-ai-natural-resource-management-self-learning-forest
• Dysgraphia - https://dyslexiaida.org/understanding-dysgraphia/
• Engineering For Kids - https://www.engineeringforkids.com/
• Endeavor Program - https://www.us-satellite.net/endeavor/
• Techie Times - https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/summer-diversity-camps/techie-time-virtual-summer-camp?fbclid=IwAR0JrP8sTC9xPqUF7WyR6vf114T9tRyt3SWZhMGiNVaEZLVAjWty8-Ag-rU