The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast 251: Holding Students Accountable in the Age of AI
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May 11, 2025 Tony Frontier, an educator and author specializing in curriculum design and AI integration, shares valuable insights on navigating the balance between AI and academic integrity. He discusses practical strategies for encouraging responsible AI use in classrooms, noting the importance of transparency and supportive learning environments. Frontier emphasizes rethinking traditional assignments, fostering student accountability, and promoting critical thinking through innovative approaches. His insights aim to equip educators with the tools to adapt to this new educational landscape.
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Rosie Ruiz Marathon Cheating Anecdote
- Rosie Ruiz won the 1980 Boston Marathon by cheating, entering the race late and fabricating her finish times.
- Her story parallels today's challenge of maintaining academic integrity with new powerful AI technologies.
Cheating vs. Integrity Distinction
- Cheating means using tools to misrepresent your own knowledge or skills.
- Using AI doesn't necessarily mean cheating; integrity means honestly showing what you really understand.
Limitations of Detecting Cheating
- Accept the limits of detecting cheating and the high stakes involved in accusations.
- Focus more on promoting integrity than solely on catching cheating, which can be exhausting and adversarial.