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The Truth about College Admission

The Truth About Artificial Intelligence and Applying to College - Jeff Neill

Oct 31, 2023
Jeff Neill, Director of College Counseling at Graded, the American School of São Paolo, discusses AI as a thought partner, prompt engineering in college admissions, starting conversations with students, utilizing AI for college recommendation letters, and responsible use of AI in the college application process.
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Quick takeaways

  • AI can be used as a thought partner in education, aiding students in brainstorming and ideation.
  • Using AI to draft letters of recommendation for college applications saves time and allows for more personalized support from counselors.

Deep dives

Using AI as a Thought Partner in High School Education

In this podcast episode, the hosts have a conversation with Jeff Neal, a college counseling professional from Sao Paulo. They discuss the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool in high school education. Neal highlights the importance of reframing AI as a thought partner rather than just a tool. He explains how AI can be used for brainstorming and ideation, helping students become more efficient and thoughtful in their work. The hosts discuss the initial fear and concerns around AI and emphasize the need for responsible and transparent use. Neal also shares a practical example of using AI to draft letters of recommendation for college applications, saving time and allowing for more student engagement.

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