The Learning Scientists Podcast Episode 85: Digital Literacy with Natalia Kucirkova
Sep 12, 2024
Natalia Kucirkova, a Professor of Early Childhood and Development, discusses the importance of digital literacy in today's education. She leads the WiKIT network to foster global collaboration among educators and developers. The conversation highlights the impact of AI on storytelling and learning while addressing data privacy concerns. Kucirkova also examines the balance needed between personalized learning and diverse educational experiences, emphasizing the crucial role of collaboration among stakeholders in EdTech.
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Join EdTech Networks
- Join networks like the International Collective of Children's Digital Books or WiKIT to contribute to evidence-based EdTech development.
- These networks bring together teachers, researchers, and developers to enhance digital learning resources.
Collaborative EdTech Development
- Creating high-quality digital learning resources requires diverse expertise, including teachers, researchers, and developers.
- Networks like WiKIT facilitate this collaboration to align EdTech with the science of learning and children's needs.
AI's Potential and Research Gap
- AI-powered educational tools offer personalized learning experiences, adapting to individual student needs.
- Research is still catching up to the rapid development of AI in education, making it crucial to apply existing learning science principles.