Dr. Sabba Quidwai, an expert in AI and Design Thinking, discusses the challenges of short-term technology solutions. She emphasizes the importance of questioning large organizations and the significance of alignment for advancing visions. The podcast also delves into personal branding, empathy, and the obsession with LinkedIn. The intersection of design thinking and AI integration in education is explored, along with the importance of reconnecting with human values in the age of AI.

Challenges & GoalsWe discussed several challenges including overcoming fears about AI, navigating rapid technological changes, addressing ethical implications of AI in education, information overload, and teacher burnout. Our goals revolve around helping educators navigate these issues and preparing them for a future where AI plays a significant role in education.Surprising TakeawaysDespite thework with AI, Priten emphasized that fundamental principles of teaching do not have to change due to new technology. We suggested that repetitive tasks could play a role in preventing burnout among teachers. Finally, we encouraged individuals not to feel overwhelmed by information overload but engage in dialogue as part of their learning journey.Emerging PatternsFocus on long-term solutions rather than short-term fixes when integrating AI into educationEmphasis on maintaining core educational values while adapting teaching methods to suit new technologiesImportance of accessibility and integration of AI technologies into everyday lifeActive engagement in learning processes and social interactions when grappling with complex subjects like AICollective willingness to learn playing a significant role in understanding intricate topicsKey Moments"We want our students to flourish in the external world and no one across the country who is a teacher will disagree about that.""There's gonna be three buckets of changes that are going to happen because of A I…existing philosophical norms and ethics…what will society look like…the philosophy of building these systems.""I think there's so many exciting things…there's great potential for it [AI] to increase how we interact with other folks.""If our solution to teacher burnout right now is let's free up teacher time by allowing them to use this [AI]…then I think we're going to be in the back of the same cycle.""I think there's like a good three-step process maybe of like reading as much as you possibly can about it… And then spend some time writing about it… And then there's the talk and teaching part."RESOURCESBook: AI and the Future of Education: Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence https://amzn.to/3FJbORDPD website: https://pedagog.ai/Priten Shah website: https://pritenshah.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pritenhshah/Pedagogy Cloud Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedagogycloudFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pedagogycloudHearing Aid Reference: https://scrippsnews.com/stories/with-ai-future-of-hearing-aids-might-include-language-translation/

 LISTEN NOW:Apple Podcast – Find this episode and all the previous episodes on Apple PodcastSpotify – Find this episode and previous episodes of the show on Spotify!YouTube –  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjfxftzCeTU&feature=youtu.be CHALLENGES & GOALSDwayne's main challenge revolves around bridging the gap between education and innovation. His goal is to create opportunities for his son, peers, and their age group.We discuss how technology has become a commodity that no longer amazes us due to its ubiquity. The focus should be on what we aim to accomplish with it.Conversation emphasizes the importance of leveraging open innovation processes to build a system that can effectively utilize AI for educational purposes.SURPRISING TAKEAWAYSDespite being recognized as an expert in certain fields, Dwayne feels uncomfortable with the term, emphasizing that he's just scratching the surface of knowledge.Highlighting the concept of cognitive surplus created by technological advancements which provides an opportunity for individuals to direct their attention towards productive activities if they choose so.Believes in revisiting past teaching methods that couldn't be scaled due to technological limitations at the time.EMERGING PATTERNSLifelong learning and curiosityViewing technology as a tool for achieving specific goals rather than an end in itselfEmphasis on reflection and adaptationLeveraging current technologies to transform teaching methodsImportance of purpose-driven initiatives augmented by technologyKEY MOMENTS"I'm just somebody that's terribly curious about the future of education and its connection point to the future of economic life.""I realized that if you wanted to create a really unique perspective, you have to really look at the intersection or perpendicular points of ideas.""Technology gets really good when we forget that it's technology and it just feels like regular life."RESOURCESLinkedIn ProfileHis website

In this episode, I am so excited to share this conversation with Laura Miller who is an AI Ethicist.An innovative and logical-minded AI and Ethics Specialist with an extensive background in creating ethical AI policies, developing strategies and processes to overcome challenges, and providing practical guidance in fast-paced, high-growth companies from start-ups to Fortune 500. Strategic leader with a solid business background and high cultural, ethical, and emotional intelligence. Excels at providing insight, guidance, collaborating across multiple verticals, and creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. I also serve as an advisor, council member, and task force leader for various organizations and initiatives in the AI and ethics space and as a presenter, panelist, and keynote speaker on ethics and technology topics.Advisory Roles:• Trustmark Advisory Board - Open Voice Network• Tech-Ethics Advisor- Trauma Informed Network Advisory Board• Ethics Council - Meta-Brain Labs• Ethical Use Task Force - Open Voice Network• Inclusion Plan Panelist - NASAPresenter, Speaker, Panelist, Keynote, and Conference Chair | Author | Founder - NextGen Ethics | Policy Manager and Strategist | Transforming AI, Tech, and Organizations for a Better World | Digital Humanitarianlmillerethicist@gmail.com | lmiller-ethicist.comLISTEN NOW:Apple Podcast – Find this episode and all the previous episodes on Apple PodcastSpotify – Find this episode and previous episodes of the show on Spotify!YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1AMM-j9negROSE 🌹Laura Miller's expertise in applied ethics provided valuable insights into the integration of ethical practices in AI.Emphasis on making well-intentioned statements actionable was appreciated.Recognition of people's lived experiences and responding with empathy was highlighted as crucial.Leadership in ethics was discussed, emphasizing that leaders should demonstrate ethical behavior through actions.How might we:Further integrate actionable ethical statements into our product development process?Enhance our leadership training to include a stronger focus on demonstrating ethical behavior?Provide more practical examples or case studies during such discussions?Address potential challenges when integrating ethics into technology and business?Leverage this trend towards greater integration of ethics into our own operations?Encourage employees to adopt these suggested lifestyle habits to foster a culture of everyday ethics?CHALLENGES & GOALSThe primary challenge discussed was making ethics tangible and actionable across different sectors, particularly within AI.The goal is to promote ethical innovation within businesses and how they can implement AI ethically.SURPRISING TAKEAWAYSLaura views everyone as capable of doing ethics, regardless of their role or profession.Laura emphasizes the need for balance between business interests and ethical considerations.EMERGING PATTERNSImportance of action in ethics - it's not enough to simply talk about ethics; one must actively engage in ethical behavior.Need for metrics in demonstrating ethical actions, similar to how achievements are measured in other fields.Call for greater dialogue around ethics and a push towards making more deliberate and considered choices.KEY MOMENTSQuotes from Laura Miller:....anyone can empower someone else. Anyone can disempower someone else. The thing is whether or not you're gonna be a catalyst for change in what's actually being done.....there are tangible things that we can do to back up those kinds of overarching statements, most people or many will stop at the statement and not take it any further. It sounds very much like a mission or a vision, but without action, you can't bring it into fruition. So it stays a mission and vision that stay these lofty ideals, largely unattainable because there's no method to the madness of how to get there.....people have learned that good intentions will only take you so far....my question to you back is so what you doing? Because it always comes back to that we're doing. What are you doing? You know, what does that actually look like? What things have you done?We hired the right percentage of people doesn't matter if what you've actually done is given them a hollow role with no authority and no budget and no capability to do something to you doing should be able to spur the doing of someone else. In other words, you should be giving them the capabilities to do things too.Anyone can empower someone else. Anyone can disempower someone else. The thing is whether or not you're gonna be a catalyst for change in what's actually being done.One of the greatest problems that we have in our world is that we lost track of what the people need, how they should be treated and what we really need from our world, from our society, from the businesses we do, business with and are in a relationship with, from our employment.And my concern was when we're making decisions for groups or for large numbers of people or in this instance, when we talk about who the library can influence, we're talking about a group of people. And when we're making a decision like that, both people, both sides, multiple sides, there shouldn't just be two, multiple sides serve to be heard so that we can find out when we're making decisions for groups where that balance point is......But it(AI) shortcut all that reflection and even that, how do we find that balance point between competing ideas and none of that happened and said the books were gone. So my concern about that was do we want some of those decisions to be made that quickly?RESOURCESLaura Miller, MA Ethics profile on LinkedInShadowing AIApplied Ethical AI Innovation MatrixBroken Mirror Theory

Challenges & GoalsTrying to generate diverse images using AI tools due to their inherent bias. Her goal is to address these biases within AI systems and society at large.Another challenge revolves around her desire to solve problems using technology. Her goal is to leverage her coding skills and AI to address these issues.Surprising TakeawaysLori views biases not as obstacles but as opportunities for learning and growth.Lori believes that creativity exists within a spectrum influenced by structure and serendipity, which aligns with how generative AI systems operate.Emerging PatternsThe importance of ethical considerations in AI usageThe potential of AI as a tool for social changeThe need for continuous learning and adaptation in this rapidly evolving fieldFocus on self-education and problem-solving through technologyEmphasis on human touch in customer service and education sectorsKey Moments"I teach A I with a human touch.""AI is a mirror onto human bias.""We need to be able to see it [bias] in order to change it.""I am a self learner… I love to start with a problem that I want to solve…""How do we use AI to help us do the things that it would do best…and then they could do the human touch thing?""Look at all of your work…what are the top three things that you love doing most? Because those are the things that even if you can do them with AI, you shouldn't."ResourcesLori on LinkedInHer newsletter on LinkedInHer website and bookAI and Copyright: Permission or Forgiveness

LISTEN NOW:Direct Link:Apple Podcast – Find this episode and all the previous episodes on Apple PodcastSpotify – Find this episode and previous episodes of the show on Spotify!YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctvkwK2n3Cg Challenges & GoalsWe discuss the challenges faced by teachers, such as burnout and workload increase without compensation. Brittany aims to make teaching sustainable by automating mundane tasks using AI, thereby freeing up time for more meaningful interactions with students.Brittany addresses the challenge of high teacher attrition rates due to burnout. Her goal is to help teachers recover from and prevent burnout using automation systems and sustainable strategies. She also aims to change the education system by prioritizing teacher well-being.Surprising TakeawaysA surprising takeaway was Brittany's belief in aligning work-life rather than balancing it. She argues that personal life cannot be separated from professional life; instead, they should be aligned according to our values.It was surprising to learn that up to 40% of tasks done by teachers can be automated completely. Also noteworthy was the idea that AI could enhance creativity rather than stifle it.Emerging PatternsImportance of self-awareness in combating burnout.Aligning work-life according to individual values.Prioritizing teacher well-being for effective education system reform.Potential of AI in reducing teacher burnout and enhancing productivity.Shift from rote learning towards fostering emotional intelligence, creativity, problem-solving skills, and community building among students.Key Moments"I have a huge passion for helping teachers recover from and prevent burnout using automation systems and really just sustainable strategies.""We can't focus on the students without first focusing on the teacher.""I don't like the term work-life balance…it's not an equal thing…it's something that is in alignment with what you want."In conclusion, this conversation underscores the importance of teacher well-being in improving the education system. Through self-awareness, work-life alignment, and sustainable strategies, Brittany Blackwell demonstrates how individual change can create broader impacts within an organization or system.ResourcesLinkedInTeaching Mind Body and Soul WebsiteTeaching Mind Body and Soul LinksResilient Teacher Podcast

In this episode, I am so excited to share this chat with Amanda Bickerstaff who is leading the way in processing AI for Education.Amanda is the Co-Founder and CEO of AI for Education. A former high school biology teacher and EdTech executive with over 20 years of experience in the education sector, she has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that AI can offer. She is a frequent consultant, speaker, and writer on the topic of AI in education, leading workshops and professional learning across both K12 and Higher Ed. Amanda is committed to helping schools and teachers maximize their potential through the ethical and equitable adoption of AI.LISTEN NOW:Apple Podcast – Find this episode and all the previous episodes on Apple PodcastSpotify – Find this episode and previous episodes of the show on SpotifyChallenges & GoalsThe main challenge discussed across all conversations was the complexity of adopting new technologies like AI into educational settings. This includes understanding how to use these tools effectively, responsibly, and without causing cognitive offload or dependence on technology. The goal is to develop a curriculum that not only educates students about AI but also encourages them to think critically about its uses and limitations.Surprising TakeawaysIt is surprising to learn that many believe prompt engineering—a key skill currently needed to interact with generative AI—will become unnecessary within 16-18 months due to advancements in technology interfaces. Another unexpected insight was the idea that generative AI could bring the marginal cost of creating to zero, democratizing access to computing.Emerging PatternsThe transformative potential of AI in education if used correctly.The need for curiosity, critical thinking skills when integrating these new technologies into teaching practices.Ethical considerations when implementing AI in education.Concerns about potential job losses due to automation and the impact on marginalized communities.The rapid proliferation of AI tools in education without a clear understanding of their foundational workings, potential biases, or ethical implications.Key Moments1) "This is one of those times where it's very hard to figure out what the question is to ask"2) "This is power like you can actually create your own chatbot…you do not have to have a computer science degree."3) "If you can teach us that vaping is bad for us, why can't you teach us that ChatGPT can be bad for us too."4) "The majority of those, those 80% of those jobs…are going to be degraded or downgraded."5) "…anyone that tells you that they have a tool that has no hallucinations and no bias and works all the time is not telling you the truth."ResourcesAI for EducationAI for Education Prompt LibraryAI for Education Lesson PlansAmanda on LinkedIn182 - Justin Germishuys 

Challenges & GoalsJustin's main challenge is navigating the complex intersections of psychology, philosophy, technology, and education to create an effective model for integrating AI into human cognition. His goal is to develop a new paradigm that views humans as cyborgs in the Andy Clark sense - beings whose minds naturally extend into their environment through tools and technologies.Surprising TakeawaysOne surprising takeaway from this conversation was the concept of "cyborg skills," which are not only about how humans can extend themselves with technology but also about what new cognitive processes become possible when we think about ourselves as cyborgs.Risk vs RewardThe risks discussed include fears related to cheating and instructional practice changes when integrating AI into education. There's also mention of societal harm due to unanticipated consequences, such as those seen with social media. On the other hand, rewards include overcoming cognitive biases, enhancing productivity, creativity, decision-making processes, identifying bias or poor argumentation in texts using AI, detecting diseases like cancer more accurately than humans.Emerging PatternsNeed for a paradigm shift in how we view our minds and their relationship with technology.Emphasis on viewing AI not just as a tool for productivity but as a means to enhance human capabilities.The idea of "cyborg skills" as an essential part of future education.Key Moments"Our brains just naturally through the way that we form mental models… incorporate tools and as we use them fluently, they become an extension of our minds.""If we're not providing [students] with what I've started calling cyborg skills… then we're doing them a disservice.""[AI] will largely be populated by cyborgs in the Andy Clark sense of the word.""Humans need AI tools to enhance their performance beyond natural capabilities.""AI can help overcome cognitive biases by providing more objective analysis and reasoning in complex situations.""Our value lies not just in critical thinking and creativity but also in our unique experiences and imaginations."RESOURCESJustin on LinkedInJustin website https://germinotion.com/Andy Clark Book PublicationsThe Design of Everyday Things: Revised and Expanded Edition 

CHALLENGES & GOALSThe discussion revolves around the ethical implications of integrating AI into education. Concerns include data privacy, misinformation, digital literacy among students, potential negative impacts on mental health, and the need for educators to understand these technologies better. The goal is to navigate these challenges while maximizing the benefits of AI in enhancing learning experiences.TAKEAWAYSEven highly educated individuals can mistake AI-generated content for real content. Another point was that some AI tools are unable to code imperfections into their generated images, contributing to unrealistic beauty standards.EMERGING PATTERNSNeed for transparency and open conversations about the use of AI in education.Concern about how data is used by AI tools and companies.Ethical considerations when using AI tools in education.Potential psychological impacts on students due to misuse of technology.Unequal access among students to technology.KEY MOMENTS1) "I think there's valid arguments across the board… I think that the creators have valid arguments."2) "We don't send kids off in the playground without teaching them about safety… But with social media, we gave them this playground and we just kind of ignored it."3) "Nobody is an expert in any of this…even the people building them are like, well, that's cool."4) "We should have some kind of shared value around assessment…we have to rethink the how not the why."5)  "Are we actually doing what's best for kids or do we need to start putting more focus on where's the engagement, inquiry and strategies?RESOURCESMary Beth Hertz WebsiteMary Beth Hertz on LinkedInTwitter/XHer books on AmazonMBH Canva Resource Document referenced in podcastVint Cerf

Challenges & GoalsLiam's challenge is to enhance engagement and discovery in education through innovative methods like LEGO Serious Play. His goal is to make learning more accessible and engaging by leveraging play and creativity. The educator aims to constantly innovate their teaching methods, inspire creative thinking, develop a growth mindset among students, and integrate design thinking into the curriculum.TakeawaysThe transformative potential of LEGO Serious Play as a tool for effective communication. Its versatility across different subjects within the educational context.There was agreement on the importance of creating an environment where students feel their voice matters.Both speakers advocated for integrating playful methods like LEGO Serious Play into curriculum planning.Emerging PatternsImportance of active participationEquitable sharing of ideasCo-construction of knowledge in a learning environmentEmphasis on 'learning by doing'Iterative learningOpenness to new ideasKey Moments1) "I think LSP…is a tool to support effective communication."2) "Everyone has to build a response and everyone has to share their model story."3) "One of the nice things about using LEGO bricks is that you strip that back to a baser level of communication."New IdeasExploration of other tools or methodologies beyond LEGO Serious Play for design thinking in education.Inclusion of more diverse voices – perhaps educators from different levels (primary, secondary), disciplines or cultural backgrounds – for a broader range of insights.Creation of resources providing concrete examples for educators who want to start using LSP but don't know where or how to begin(check out the book below!)ResourcesBUILDING BETTER LEARNING: USING THE LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® METHOD IN EDUCATION https://amzn.to/3EfiyG3LinkedIn ProfileLEGO Serious Work