Pat Yongpradit

Can we use AI as a tool that enriches learning, rather than replacing it? We're seeing AI rapidly revolutionize the classroom and it's poised to completely transform both education and learning itself. But, how can we also ensure that everyone has access to the basics of tech and AI literacy so that we can all, every one of us, reap the benefits of AI and understand its nuances? In this episode, we explore the potential of AI to enrich learning, and discuss how we can ensure that everyone has the opportunity to benefit from this technology with student advocate Sneha Revanur; Sal Khan, founder of Khan Academy; Pat Yongpradit, Director of Education at code.org; Teemu Roos, professor at the University of Helsinki and leader of the AI Education program at the Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence; and machine learning pioneer professor Tom Mitchell. Together, they discuss the ways in which AI will shape education—and future generations. To learn more about Technically Optimistic and to read the transcript for this episode: emersoncollective.com/technically-optimistic-podcast For more on Emerson Collective: emersoncollective.com Learn more about our host, Raffi Krikorian: emersoncollective.com/persons/raffi-krikorian Technically Optimistic is produced by Emerson Collective with music by Mattie Safer. Email us with questions and feedback at technicallyoptimistic@emersoncollective.com. Subscribe to Emerson Collective’s newsletter: emersoncollective.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former middle school computer science teacher turned Code.org Chief Academic Officer, Pat Yongpradit, discusses the importance of AI literacy in schools, the drawbacks of banning AI, and unveils Code.org's AI assistant for teachers. They touch on generative AI, ethics in coding, and the role of AI in enhancing teaching and learning experiences.

Pat Yongpradit, Chief Academic Officer for Code.org, shares insights on shifting from fear to embrace of AI in education. He discusses the Teach AI initiative, driving change post-COVID, overcoming AI fears, and promoting AI literacy in education and the workplace.

Pat Yongpradit from Code.org & TeachAI and Quinn Taber from Immerse discuss the latest trends in EdTech, including AI integration in education, the return of SAT, and the transformative potential of VR technology. They also explore the TCHI initiative focusing on AI literacy and ethical understanding in education.

Pat Yongpradit, AI education advocate from Code.org, discusses the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI in education. He explores the benefits and drawbacks, sharing concerns about students seeking emotional advice from AI and the potential laziness it may foster. The importance of communication and innovation in supporting students is emphasized.