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Balancing Innovation and Ethics in EdTech with Kelly Schuster-Paredes

Join me for a great conversation with Kelly Schuster-Paredes, a veteran educator and computer science teacher, as we dive into the world of AI, coding, and the future of education. Kelly shares her unique journey from science teacher to Pythonista and offers valuable perspectives on navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technology.

You can also listen to Kelly and Sean on the Teaching Python Podcast

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

1:32 - Kelly's background and transition into computer science

5:08 - Experiences with ChatGPT and AI in education

11:14 - Addressing concerns and establishing guidelines for AI use in schools

16:37 - The importance of understanding AI's capabilities and limitations

23:01 - Training teachers to effectively utilize AI tools

28:30 - Fostering creativity and student ownership in the age of AI

35:23 - Addressing bias and the need for diverse training data in AI models

40:11 - Student perspectives on AI and its impact on learning

44:57 - Striking a balance between innovation and data security

47:26 - Kelly's kryptonite in the current state of education

50:50 - Importance of lifelong learning and staying curious

52:18 - Kelly's dream job and the joy of sharing knowledge

54:48 - Kelly's podcast, "Teaching Python," and its mission to support educators

Don't miss this thought-provoking episode as we explore the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the classroom.

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