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EP 304: Preparing Today's Kids for the AI Future

Jun 28, 2024

David Dodge, Founder and Director of CodaKid, discusses the imperative of early AI education for children. He explores the heartbreaking contrast between what kids need to thrive in a tech-driven future and current educational practices that ban AI. Dodge emphasizes the importance of integrating coding and critical thinking in schools while fostering creativity. He also highlights how AI tools are inspiring 'kidpreneurship' and the significance of preparing the next generation for careers shaped by AI advancements.

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ANECDOTE

CodaKid's Impact

CodaKid, a kids' coding academy, has taught over 100,000 students since 2014.
They teach coding, AI, website and game development, and app creation.

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Coding's Importance

While AI can accelerate building, coding fundamentals remain crucial for effective tool usage.
Computational thinking is foundational for future builders.

INSIGHT

AI's Impact on Critical Thinking

Over-reliance on AI for writing can hinder development of critical thinking in kids.
AI should assist with research and framing, but not replace connecting ideas.

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If AI literacy is one of the most important skillsets in our future workforce, why are kids not being taught those exact skills. Instead, schools blanket ban AI. There's gotta be a better way. David Dodge, Founder and Director of CodaKid joins us to break it down.

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Topics Covered in This Episode:
1. Role of AI in Education
2. Importance of early AI Education
3. Ways to Incorporate AI Education
4. Ethical and responsible teaching of AI
5. Technical skills and Applications of AI for Kids

Timestamps:
01:15 Daily AI news
04:00 About David and CodaKid
09:23 Concern about AI's impact on critical thinking.
10:32 Skills needed for adults and children in AI.
16:02 Creating GPT assistance for personalized media recommendations.
18:27 AI struggles building full-stack apps, improving.
21:56 Concerns about AI in education and benefits.
24:45 Misunderstanding of AI literacy in US schools.
30:09 Potential impact of AI on children's future careers.
32:52 Exciting challenges in AI education for kids.

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