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May 7, 2024 • 47min

Can ‘Linguistic Fingerprinting’ Guard Against AI Cheating?

Educators discuss using linguistic fingerprinting to combat AI cheating in student assignments. They explore detecting AI-generated content, the use of law enforcement technology, and enhancing student accountability through linguistic fingerprinting. The podcast also examines the integration of AI tools in educational settings and the challenges of introducing AI literacy in education.
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Apr 30, 2024 • 48min

A Scholar Hopes to Diversify the Narrative Around Undocumented Students

Felecia Russell, a scholar, shares her journey as an undocumented student in LA and discusses her book on diversifying the narrative around immigration. Topics include challenges faced by black undocumented students, the impact of legal status on education, and empowering stories to inspire change.
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Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 6min

Why a New Teaching Approach is Going Viral on Social Media (Encore Episode)

Discover the journey of a professor developing 'thinking classrooms' to enhance student problem-solving skills. Learn about the pitfalls of mimicking solutions and the shift towards student-centered approaches. Explore innovative teaching practices like using vertical surfaces to promote critical thinking and collaboration. Dive into the debate on effective teaching methods and the importance of educational research in shaping classroom dynamics.
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Apr 16, 2024 • 44min

Whatever Happened to Building a Metaverse for Education?

Two years ago the metaverse was getting all the buzz in education circles (and hardly anyone was talking about AI). We checked back in with two educators at the forefront of building a virtual realm for education to see where they see things going now that the hype has faded.
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Apr 9, 2024 • 52min

How VR Can Be an ‘Empathy Machine’ for Education

Maya Georgieva, a VR expert, discusses using VR in education to evoke emotions with immersive experiences. Topics include empathy, metaverse, and ethical considerations. A highlight is a VR project on bee populations' impact, showcasing VR as an empathy machine.
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Apr 2, 2024 • 43min

Is It Time for a National Conversation About Eliminating Letter Grades?

Exploring the controversy of traditional grading systems versus student-centered approaches, emphasizing mastery-based assessments. Addressing the equity concerns in college admissions, advocating for narrative-based transcripts. Delving into alternative grading systems like portfolio grading and promoting collaboration among stakeholders.
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Mar 26, 2024 • 56min

Could AI Give Civics Education a Boost?

Exploring the decline of social studies education, the role of AI in grading essays, creating virtual environments, and fostering critical thinking. Emphasizing the importance of inclusivity in history education and the connection between democracy, education, and the AI future.
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Mar 19, 2024 • 55min

What New Research Says About Fostering a ‘Sense of Belonging’ in Classrooms

There are key junctures in education that are especially important for helping students feel they belong in school or college. And new research points to better ways to strengthen student-teacher relationships and a sense of belonging, argues Greg Walton, a psychology professor at Stanford University. See show notes and partial transcript at EdSurge: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-03-19-what-new-research-says-about-fostering-a-sense-of-belonging-in-classrooms
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Mar 12, 2024 • 1h 5min

How Is the ‘College Is a Scam’ Narrative Influencing Who Goes to Campus? (Doubting College, Ep. 3)

In this podcast, experts discuss the rising skepticism of college education, exploring factors like rising costs and completion rates. They emphasize the importance of diverse career paths beyond traditional degrees, promoting skills in the job market. The conversation highlights nurturing individual talents in students, the impact of AI on education, and empowering students through passion-driven learning. It also delves into social capital's role in job opportunities, purpose-driven career paths, and the relationship between career-connected learning and financial literacy.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 58min

An Educator’s Podcast Aims to Be an Antidote to School Culture Wars

An educator hosts a podcast to bridge divides in education by facilitating dialogue between experts with differing views on controversial topics like book bans and student indoctrination. The chapters explore combating toxic polarization through empathy, navigating political tensions, redefining the purpose of education, promoting social-emotional learning, and fostering trust through honest history education.

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