Navigating AI in Communication and Education

In this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Tom Vander Ark speaks with Rachelle Dené Poth, an esteemed educator, author, and ed tech expert, about the integration of AI in education. Rachelle shares insights from her latest book, How to Teach AI: Weaving Strategies and Activities into Any Content Area, highlighting the importance of using AI to enhance language learning and foster innovation among students. They discuss the evolving landscape of education with AI tools like Google Translate and ChatGPT, the critical need for professional development to keep up with emerging technologies, and the potential of AI to transform both teaching and learning experiences. 

Outline:

• (00:00) Introduction and Guest Welcome
• (02:04) Language Learning and AI
• (09:53) AI in Education: Strategies and Impact
• (20:23) Relational AI and Voice Interfaces
• (28:00) Future of AI in Education and Conclusion

Links

• Watch the full episode here
• View the full blog here
• Rachelle Dené Poth
• How to Teach AI: Weaving Strategies and Activities into Any Content Area 
• Rachelle Dené Poth Getting Smart Posts