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Pioneers of AI

Your ‘AI crisis’ is totally normal but you’ll be fine, with Ethan Mollick

Jan 29, 2025
Ethan Mollick, a Wharton professor and author of 'Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI', dives into the so-called 'AI crisis' and reassures listeners that feeling overwhelmed is normal. He discusses how to treat AI as a collaborative partner, transforming classrooms and business environments alike. Topics include innovative educational practices like gamification, emotional sensing technologies in learning, and the impact of AI on workplace dynamics. With practical advice, Mollick shares a hopeful vision for a future where humans and AI enhance each other’s capabilities.
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  • Ethan Mollick discusses that experiencing an 'AI crisis' is normal and can lead to a new understanding of technology's benefits.
  • The importance of treating AI as a collaborative partner is emphasized, particularly in education and business environments for enhanced engagement.

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Navigating the AI Crisis

Engaging with AI often leads individuals to face a personal crisis of understanding the implications of machines being more capable and insightful. This period of confusion and excitement can last for about three sleepless nights, as expressed by Ethan Mollick. However, overcoming this initial shock can open up pathways to harness AI for personal and professional advantage. Ultimately, everyone can navigate through this experience and emerge with a new perspective on technology's role in their lives.

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