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Episode 302: Mike Kentz & Nick Potkalitsky, PhD.
Dec 2, 2024
Nick Potkalitsky, an educator with two decades of experience and founder of Pragmatic AI Solutions, teams up with Mike Kentz, a former financial journalist turned educator. They delve into their new book, exploring AI's transformative role in K-12 education. Key topics include the need for teacher-led experimentation and balancing the emotional challenges of adapting to AI. They advocate for personalized learning over standardization and emphasize that AI should enhance, not replace, traditional teaching methods.
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- Educators must balance cautious optimism with hands-on experimentation to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practices.
- AI’s implementation in education highlights existing challenges, necessitating a shift towards personalized learning rather than adhering to standardization.
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The episode features two guests, Nick Pokalitsky and Mike Kent, who are experienced educators discussing their new book focused on integrating AI into education. Nick, with a background in teaching humanities and AI consultancy, shares his insights on AI's role in reshaping curricula. Mike, who transitioned from financial journalism to education, emphasizes the necessity of understanding the implications of AI on teaching practices. Together, they aim to blend their humanities backgrounds with technological advancement to lead transformative educational practices.
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