Mr Barton Maths Podcast #202 AI and Education – episode 3 (with Neil Almond)
May 27, 2025
Neil Almond, creator of the Teacher Prompts newsletter, discusses the cautious integration of AI in education. He reflects on Neil Postman's technology principles and their relevance today. Key topics include the challenges educators face in distinguishing student work from AI-generated content and the socio-economic implications of AI. Almond emphasizes the need for balanced teaching approaches that foster creativity while adapting to technological advancements, ensuring meaningful educational experiences for students.
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AI Advances and Safety Concerns
- AI models are rapidly improving while costs per token are decreasing, making AI more accessible for schools.
- Safety concerns arise as models surpass control mechanisms, demanding cautious adoption in education.
AI Generates Quality Math Worksheets
- Craig experimented with using Google Gemini and LaTeX to generate high-quality math worksheets.
- This approach allows rapid creation of well-sequenced, visually impressive resources with minimal time investment.
AI Tutors Can't Replace Social Learning
- Reliance on AI tutors risks diminishing student motivation and social learning dynamics.
- AI should supplement but not replace the teacher-student group interaction essential in early learning.