My EdTech Life

In this episode of My EdTech Life, I welcome Michael Copass, an experienced science teacher and AI education advocate. We discuss the rapid integration of AI in education, its potential benefits, and the critical need for responsible implementation.0:00 - Introduction and welcome1:31 - Michael's background in education and initial excitement about AI4:54 - The need for AI literacy and responsible implementation in schools11:51 - Discussion on AI as a "humble classroom servant"15:36 - Concerns about AI dependency and the importance of fact-checking19:46 - The evolving role of teachers in an AI-integrated classroom24:31 - The need for AI regulation and transparency in education28:46 - Emotional deception by AI and its potential impact on students35:37 - The importance of maintaining human interaction skills40:57 - Dangers of AI avatars and the need for parental awareness44:32 - Reflecting on Michael's AI in education framework46:47 - The vision for a transparent, education-focused AI platform48:51 - Rapid-fire questions and conclusionMichael shares his journey from initial AI enthusiasm to advocating for a more cautious, well-regulated approach. He emphasizes the importance of AI literacy, maintaining critical thinking skills, and protecting students from potential emotional manipulation by AI. The conversation highlights the need for transparency in AI education tools and the crucial role of human interaction in learning.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and visit our website at www.myedtech.life for more insightful conversations on the future of education and technology!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

AI Hype Exploits Educator Expertise with Sophie TheodorouIn this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Sophie Theodorou to unpack the complex relationship between educators and EdTech companies in the age of AI. From the allure of "ambassador" programs to the ethical concerns surrounding data privacy, we delve deep into the challenges facing teachers as we navigate the rapidly evolving world of educational technology.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction and welcome2:44 - Sophie's background and journey into EdTech5:22 - Our initial reactions to AI in education and its rapid evolution11:09 - Data privacy concerns and the importance of teacher awareness17:54 - The hype around AI and the dangers of FOMO in education23:32 - Unpacking the "ambassador" culture and free labor in EdTech30:57 - The importance of valuing teachers' expertise and time35:34 - Our discussion on quality EdTech products vs. marketing gimmicks41:12 - Sophie's transition to a new role in EdTech and leave of absence47:23 - Sophie's "kryptonite" in education: adapting to rapid AI changes49:17 - Book recommendation: "How to Win Friends and Influence People"50:30 - Sophie's dream job for a dayThis episode is a must-listen for educators, EdTech professionals, and anyone interested in the future of education. Sophie and I highlight the often-overlooked aspects of teacher exploitation in the EdTech industry and discuss ways to create more ethical, teacher-centered approaches to educational technology.Don't miss out on this conversation about AI, education, and ethics! Visit our website at www.myedtech.life to explore all 287 episodes featuring diverse voices in the EdTech space. Join our community of forward-thinking educators and stay informed about the latest developments in educational technology. Remember, stay curious, stay informed, and, above all, stay techie!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

AI Literacy in AcademiaJoin me as I welcome Jessica Parker, Ed.D., and Dr. Kimberly Becker, co-founders of Moxie. In this episode of My EdTech Life, my guests unpack the complexities of AI in academic settings, from AI literacy to the concept of a "post-plagiarism era." Jessica and Kimberly offer great insights into how AI is reshaping academia, the critical importance of understanding large language models, and the potential biases lurking within AI systems. Whether you're an educator, student, or simply curious, this episode provides great perspectives on navigating the AI landscape in academia.Timestamps:0:00:30 - Introduction and welcome0:01:59 - Dr. Jessica Parker introduces herself and Moxie0:03:07 - Dr. Kimberly Becker shares her background in linguistics and AI0:04:54 - Explanation of how large language models work0:07:07 - Discussion on AI detectors and their limitations0:11:23 - Concerns about AI implementation in education0:14:44 - Hesitations and misconceptions about AI in academia0:18:37 - The importance of critical thinking when using AI0:21:34 - Exploring the concept of a "post-plagiarism era"0:26:17 - AI as a collaboration tool in higher education0:28:48 - Recent study on dialect bias in AI language models0:32:01 - Examples of bias in AI-generated images0:35:22 - Considerations for AI use in grading and assessment0:37:37 - The story behind Moxie and its mission0:40:13 - How Moxie is improving academic rubrics through AI0:43:14 - "EduKryptonite": Challenges in using AI for education0:45:44 - Book recommendations from the guests0:46:57 - Fun question: What job would the guests like to try for a day?0:48:24 - Closing remarks and how to connect with the guestsDon't miss out on more insightful conversations at the forefront of educational technology! Follow My EdTech Life on all social media platforms, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and hit that notification bell to stay updated on our latest content. Join our community of educators and tech enthusiasts as we explore the future of learning together!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Risk, Create & Inspire with Claudio Zavala Jr. Join me for an inspiring conversation with Claudio Zavala Jr., Adobe for Education Evangelist, as he shares his journey from classroom teacher to creative innovator. Discover how Claudio's diverse experiences and passion for creativity have shaped his approach to education and technology.Time Stamps:00:00:30 - Introduction and welcome02:43 - Claudio's background in education and journey with Adobe07:26 - The importance of creativity and overcoming imposter syndrome16:19 - Claudio's creative journey and taking risks26:31 - The impact of sharing work on social media33:49 - Insights on Adobe Creativity Institutes and teacher engagement43:40 - Preview of upcoming ISTE conference and Adobe's presence51:42 - Claudio's perspective on pain points in education53:10 - Claudio's dream billboard message54:38 - Alternative career paths and passions56:58 - Closing thoughts and how to connect with My Edtech LifeDon't miss this episode filled with valuable insights on creativity, education, and technology. Like, subscribe, and share to join our growing community of educators and innovators!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

From DJ Decks to Amplifying CreativityJoin me for an inspiring conversation with Joe Santiago, Adobe Education Evangelist, as he shares his journey from DJ to tech support to educator to creativity champion. Discover how Joe is revolutionizing education by infusing creativity into learning and empowering both students and teachers.In this episode, we explore:→Joe's unique career path and how it shaped his approach to education→The importance of creativity in learning and assessment→Strategies for incorporating creative tools in the classroom→Joe's personal creative projects and aspirationsTimestamps:0:00 - Introduction to Joe Santiago2:27 - Joe's journey from IT to education9:43 - The power of project-based learning14:55 - Creativity in education and its challenges19:55 - Joe's role as an Adobe Education Evangelist29:59 - The importance of nurturing creativity in adults35:49 - Joe's current creative projects and goals40:09 - The value of social media for professional learning46:42 - Joe's thoughts on standardized testing and education50:37 - Joe's dream job: renovating houses52:19 - Closing thoughts and the importance of sharing educator storiesDon't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more inspiring conversations with educators and innovators!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Join me as I welcome Ken Shelton and Dee Lanier, authors of the new book "The Promises and Perils of AI in Education: Ethics and Equity Have Entered The Chat." In this insightful discussion, Ken and Dee share their experiences writing the book, their critical analysis of the current AI landscape in education, and the urgent need to address issues of equity, access, and ethics as AI becomes more widespread in schools.Key topics and timestamps:0:00 - Introductions2:36 - Dee's background in education and work as an author/speaker3:28 - Ken's background as an educator and previous books7:08 - The story behind writing "The Promises and Perils of AI in Education"14:20 - Concerns about deploying flawed AI systems that enable discriminatory practices in schools20:12 - The risks of solely relying on AI and automation without considering unintended consequences28:57 - The importance of slowing down AI implementation in schools to critically examine the implications34:46 - Issues of access and the digital divide in AI implementation44:35 - AI and writing assessment - amplifying exclusion if applied negligently53:45 - Ken and Dee share their "EduKryptonite" - their biggest challenges as educators58:55 - Closing thoughtsThis is an important and timely discussion that all educators and edtech enthusiasts should listen to as AI increasingly shapes the future of education. Be sure to check out Ken and Dee's insightful new book for a deeper dive into these critical issues.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Episode 282: Pedagogy First, AI Second with Eduaide.AIJoin me as I interview Thomas Hummel and Thomas Thompson, the founders of Eduaide.Ai, for a great discussion about Generative AI in education. In this episode, we talk about the potential and challenges of AI tools for teachers, the importance of pedagogy-first AI development, data privacy considerations, and what the future holds for EduAide.AI.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro2:17 - Thomas Hummel's introduction and background3:12 - Thomas Thompson's introduction and background5:22 - Thomas Hummel reflects on the past year in education and AI10:06 - Thomas Thompson shares his perspective on the past year16:25 - Data privacy and how EduAide.ai handles student and teacher data24:53 - Concerns about tech chauvinism and passive AI use in education31:40 - Evaluating the efficacy of AI tools and EduAide.ai's research plans37:04 - What Thomas Hummel sees for the future of EduAide.ai41:35 - Thomas Thompson on EduAide.ai's plans for community and administrative tools48:11 - Edu-kryptonite: Lack of consensus on best instructional methods48:58 - Edu-kryptonite: Blaming students instead of engaging them better49:42 - Billboard message: "I'm exhausted" after 8 years of teaching50:17 - Billboard message: "Know thyself"51:21 - Scholarships available for free EduAide.Ai accounts51:46 - Wrap-upTo learn more about EduAide.Ai and their mission to empower teachers with transparent, pedagogy-first AI tools, visit their website at eduaide.ai. As always, be sure to like, share and subscribe to the My EdTech Life channel for more great interviews with edtech innovators!Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://lnkd.in/gT26WpvK--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Balancing Innovation and Ethics in EdTech with Kelly Schuster-ParedesJoin me for a great conversation with Kelly Schuster-Paredes, a veteran educator and computer science teacher, as we dive into the world of AI, coding, and the future of education. Kelly shares her unique journey from science teacher to Pythonista and offers valuable perspectives on navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technology.You can also listen to Kelly and Sean on the Teaching Python Podcast Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction1:32 - Kelly's background and transition into computer science5:08 - Experiences with ChatGPT and AI in education11:14 - Addressing concerns and establishing guidelines for AI use in schools16:37 - The importance of understanding AI's capabilities and limitations23:01 - Training teachers to effectively utilize AI tools28:30 - Fostering creativity and student ownership in the age of AI35:23 - Addressing bias and the need for diverse training data in AI models40:11 - Student perspectives on AI and its impact on learning44:57 - Striking a balance between innovation and data security47:26 - Kelly's kryptonite in the current state of education50:50 - Importance of lifelong learning and staying curious52:18 - Kelly's dream job and the joy of sharing knowledge54:48 - Kelly's podcast, "Teaching Python," and its mission to support educatorsDon't miss this thought-provoking episode as we explore the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the classroom. ➡️Be sure to subscribe to the My EdTech Life podcast for more inspiring conversations with innovative educators worldwide.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Teachers as Guardians: Responsible AI Use in the Classroom with Marce LancioniJoin me as I welcome Marce Lancioni, a passionate English teacher with over 30 years of experience from Argentina, to discuss the impact of AI on education. Marce shares her journey, from her initial excitement about AI to her growing concerns about responsible use and the need for informed decision-making in the classroom.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:13 - Marce's background and teaching experience03:21 - Marce's first impressions of AI and its impact on her teaching05:35 - Introducing AI to students and their reactions08:03 - Understanding the inner workings of AI and the importance of responsible use10:13 - The transformation of Marce's teaching practices with AI12:31 - The lack of national-level AI policies in Argentina and the need for proactive measures14:29 - The importance of teachers taking responsibility for AI use in the classroom16:33 - Marce's approach to incorporating AI tools in her lessons19:43 - Privacy concerns and the need for parental consent and transparency23:18 - The similarities in AI-related issues faced by educators in Argentina and the United States26:33 - Marce's experience with adapting international AI platforms for her students30:04 - The resurfacing of pre-existing issues in education due to the AI revolution32:31 - The importance of developing students' critical thinking skills in the age of AI35:55 - Concerns about AI-powered mental health apps for students and the need for caution40:59 - The significance of reducing risks and maintaining a balance when incorporating AI in the classroom44:57 - Marce's thoughts on her "EDUKryptonite" in the current state of education46:28 - The message Marce would put on a billboard to promote responsible use of technology50:06 - Marce's passion for teaching and learning and her dream of being a professional reader50:53 - Closing thoughts and appreciation for Marce's bold insights on AI in educationDon't miss this great conversation about AI's challenges and opportunities in education and educators' critical role in using it responsibly. If would you like to sponsor our show, please reach out to me at https://www.myedtech.life/contact/Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6066160593272832--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotiAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Support the show

As AI rapidly advances, educators grapple with how to adopt and use AI tools in K-12 classrooms responsibly. In this insightful expert panel hosted by Fonz of the My EdTech Life podcast, educational leaders and an AI EdTech founder dive deep into the ethics, challenges, and opportunities surrounding AI in education.Join the conversation with panelists Adam Sparks, Karle Delo, Ed Dieterle, Bonnie Chelette, and Maurie Beasley as they discuss key considerations for educators, including:→Protecting student data privacy and security with AI platforms →Challenges with AI companies' terms of service for schools →Best practices for AI professional development and teacher training →Overcoming barriers to AI adoption in schools →AI's potential impact on learning outcomes and critical thinking skills The panelists emphasized the importance of digital literacy, empowering teachers, using AI to enhance rather than replace human capabilities, and keeping students' best interests at the forefront. Each expert also shares their biggest concern, "AI EduKryptonite," in the current K-12 AI landscape.This discussion offers valuable insights and perspectives for any educator or administrator navigating the complex issues surrounding AI in schools. Don't miss this timely conversation about one of the most important issues in education today.Timestamps:00:00 Intro02:20 Meet the expert panelists08:10 Protecting student data with AI platforms20:10 AI terms of service challenges for schools27:12 AI professional development best practices35:08 Overcoming barriers to AI adoption42:54 AI's impact on learning outcomes & skills57:40 Panelists' biggest AI concerns - "AI EduKryptonite"1:09:13 Wrap-upWant to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6066160593272832--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. Yellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!Support the show