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Tea for Teaching

Preparing Students for an AI Future

Oct 4, 2023
Michelle Miller, a Professor of Psychological Sciences, discusses the debate of familiar tools versus embracing innovative technology in education. She explores the use of AI tools in education, the potential uses of a design tool called Dali, and the benefits and limitations of using AI tools. She also discusses the shift towards ungrading techniques and emphasizes the importance of preparing students to use AI tools in assignments and research.
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Quick takeaways

  • Embracing new technology in education requires reflection and experimentation, considering the potential of AI tools and incorporating them into teaching practices.
  • Understanding the capabilities and limitations of AI tools, promoting critical thinking, and guiding students to evaluate and verify their output are crucial when using AI tools in education.

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The Importance of Adapting to New Technology in Education

The podcast explores the need to embrace new technology in educational settings and discusses when to stick with familiar tools and when to explore new possibilities. The guest, Michelle Miller, shares her experience teaching a research methods course and how her initial resistance to AI tools changed as she became familiar with their capabilities. The importance of reflecting on the potential of AI tools and experimenting with them is highlighted, along with the need for specific perspectives and clear instructions when using these tools. The discussion also emphasizes the role of faculty in preparing students for the future by considering how AI tools will be used in their discipline.

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