How is AI changing the way we teach and learn? In an interactive webinar, I joined Samantha L. Bart-Addison, Raúl Alberto Mora, and Peggy Semingson to discuss the applications for—and implications of—bringing generative AI and the tools it powers, such as ChatGPT, into schools and classrooms. We identified the knowledge needed to effectively incorporate generative…
As a content creator, I know the importance of preserving and making my blog posts accessible and integrated into my broader knowledge management workflow. My goal was to archive my WordPress blog posts seamlessly, have them readily available in my commonplace book, and leverage the power of an AI assistant to enhance my ability to…
In the dynamic realm of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education, educators continually seek innovative teaching methods that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills. One approach I’ve adopted in one of my classes involves students tackling “wicked problems” using a STEAM lens. This unique assignment leverages generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and models…
The world is becoming more complicated daily, with new challenges constantly emerging. To equip students for such a future, we must introduce them to these problems early on and provide them with the tools to approach them systematically and informally. This includes understanding technological advancements, being able to use digital tools effectively, and having a…
The concept of screen time has always been controversial, with studies and experts often providing contradictory advice about the ideal amount of time we should spend in front of screens. The traditional approach to understanding screen time often considers it a single, unified entity – as if all screen time was created equal. However, this…
In an earlier post, I discussed some of my recent thinking on the topic of “What do people do better than computers?” Keep in mind that these thoughts will change over time, as the only constant we have in our work is change. In response to this post, Matthias Melcher shared this great post on…
In an earlier post, I discussed some of the key challenges and opportunities of creating a digital commonplace book in our age of information overload. While I work to improve my own method for gathering, classifying, and accessing pertinent information, some further ideas have come to mind. In this post, I’ll discuss some of the…
In the era of rapidly advancing technology, computers have become an integral part of our daily lives, revolutionizing the way we work, communicate, and solve problems. However, there are certain aspects of life where humans still hold a distinct advantage over computers. In this blog post, we will explore the unique strengths of human abilities…
In today’s hyperconnected online world, we have access to more information than ever before. However, included in this deluge of data is an increasing amount of false and misleading information, often spread intentionally to sow confusion, discord, and distrust. This has created an online “misinformation war” that poses unique challenges. There are three main types…
Richard Feynman was one of the most brilliant physicists of the 20th century. He helped develop the theory of quantum electrodynamics, won the Nobel Prize, and worked on the Manhattan Project. How did he achieve such groundbreaking insights? Feynman had a simple but effective strategy to spur creative thinking that anyone can try. Feynman advocated…