

Women Talkin' 'Bout AI
Kimberly Becker & Jessica Parker
We're Jessica and Kimberly – two non-computer scientists who stumbled into the world of generative AI right alongside everyone else when ChatGPT 3 was released. Since then, we've pivoted our careers to explore the capabilities and limitations of generative AI in teaching, learning, and research. But we're more than just academics –we're also mothers, friends, and colleagues, so of course our conversations sometimes wander into the broader landscape of life.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 52min
Academic English and AI in EMI Universities: A Turkish Perspective
Send us a text🎙️ In this episode of Women Talkin' 'Bout AI, hosts Jessica and Kimberly dive deep into the transformative world of generative AI with Ilkem Kajcan Dipchin, an award-winning educator and AI strategist from Istanbul. They explore the transformative impact of generative AI on language learning, academic writing, and cross-cultural communication.Discover insights into:• AI's impact on language learning and academic writing• Cultural nuances in AI model development• Challenges and opportunities for non-native English speakers• Balancing AI tools with authentic learning experiences📚 Content Discussed in This Episode: 00:00 Integrating AI in English Medium Universities 06:01 Generative AI and Language Diversity 12:05 The Importance of AI Literacy 18:18 Marginalized Voices in Academic Publishing23:21 The Role of Cheating in Education29:11 The Role of AI in Language Learning35:09 The Role of Generative AI in Modern Writing 40:29 Challenges of Turkish Students Writing in English Ilkim shares her unique perspective on:✓ AI literacy✓ Multilingual AI challenges✓ Maintaining critical thinking in the age of generative AIPerfect for educators, language learners, AI enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the intersection of technology and learning!Support the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Nov 26, 2024 • 56min
AI in Business: Insights from Award-Winning CEO Myra Roldan
Send us a textIn this episode of Women Talkin' 'bout AI, Drs. Jessica and Kimberly welcome Myra Roldan, a pioneering leader in AI and two-time Stevie Award winner. Myra brings her unique perspective as a former applied AI engineer and current consultant to small, medium, and enterprise businesses. She discusses the cultural and ethical considerations of AI adoption, drawing parallels to other technological revolutions.📚 Content Discussed in This Episode: 00:00 Integrating AI into Business Operations 06:28 Establishing AI Policies and Strategies12:24 Understanding Generative AI Misconceptions 18:36 The Evolution and Adoption of AI 25:10 Everyday Use of AI Without Awareness 31:35 Understanding the Blackbox Problem in AI 37:06 Data Privacy Concerns with Smart Devices43:36 Meditative Art and Intellectual Conversations on AI49:40 AI and Decision-Making in Human-Centered Solutions 56:17 Working Commitments and Brief NotesWhether you're a business leader, AI enthusiast, or curious about the future of work, this episode offers valuable insights into the practical applications of AI in various industries.Connect with Myra:1. CEO Almira Roldan (linkedin.com/in/myraroldan)2. Your Academy:( https://youracademyai.my.canva.site/y...)Support the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Nov 12, 2024 • 42min
Teaching Writing in the Age of AI: Perspectives from Dr. Emily Dux Speltz
Send us a textIn this episode, Drs. Jessica and Kimberly welcome their guest, Dr. Emily Dux Speltz, an Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics and Technology at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide. Dr. Dux Speltz shares her experiences developing one of the first AI and Writing courses in the U.S., discusses her research on process-focused writing feedback, and explores how generative AI is reshaping writing instruction and assessment. The conversation explores the evolution of writing technology, the importance of maintaining fundamental writing skills in an AI-enhanced world, and the exciting possibilities that arise when combining disciplinary expertise with AI tools.The discussion highlights how AI is not just changing how we write, but also opening new possibilities for creativity and innovation across disciplines, while emphasizing the continued importance of human expertise and critical thinking in writing education.Further Reading: Guest: Dr. Emily Dux Speltz (https://emilyduxspeltz.com/), Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics and Technology at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide (https://erau.edu/)AI in Writing Course (https://engl.iastate.edu/2023/04/03/engl-222x-artificial-intelligence-and-writing/) developed at Iowa State University with Dr. Abram Anders (abramanders.substack.com.); You can also read this article that featured ENGL 222X in the Iowa State Daily: https://iowastatedaily.com/275846/news/artificial-intelligence-incorporated-in-new-english-course/NSF-funded workshop/conference on text production and comprehension by human and artificial intelligence: https://new.nsf.gov/events/text-production-comprehension-human-artificialSupport the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Oct 26, 2024 • 44min
Research Integrity on the Line! Is Less Friction Really Better?
Send us a textIn this episode, Moxie founders Jessica and Kimberly discuss their latest tech project, Moxie 2.0. They dive into the challenges of balancing user experience with educational integrity in AI-assisted research tools, share insights from recent academic conferences, and explore how AI is impacting academic writing and research. Join them for an insightful conversation about technology, education, and ethical AI implementation.Support the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Oct 19, 2024 • 49min
AI Literacy in Higher Ed: Balancing Critique and Curiosity with Dr.Anna Mills
Send us a textJoin hosts Drs. Jessica and Kimberly as they welcome their first guest, Dr. Anna Mills, a leader in integrating AI in education. With 18 years of community college writing instruction experience, Anna shares her insights on AI literacy, academic integrity, and the evolving landscape of AI in higher education.Key topics discussed:-AI literacy and its importance in education-Balancing critical thinking and AI integration in writing courses-The evolution of using generative AI in writing instruction-Combining peer feedback with AI feedback in student assignments-The challenges and opportunities of AI in teaching and learning-Building custom chatbots for educational purposes-The importance of educators' voices in shaping AI tools and policiesHere are Dr. Anna Mills' AI resource list:🔗Anna Mills' website and resources: https://www.annarmills.com/ 🔗"Assistant, Parrot, or..." publication: https://openpraxis.org/articles/10.55982/openpraxis.16.1.631 🔗Stuart Selber's framework for literacies: https://www.amazon.com/Multiliteracies-Digital-Studies-Writing-Rhetoric/dp/0809325519🔗MyEssayFeedback.ai website: https://myessayfeedback.ai/🔗AI Pedagogy Project website: https://aipedagogy.org/🔗NIST US AI Safety Institute MLA team: https://www.nist.gov/artificial-intelligence/ai-safety-institute-consortium🔗Anna Mills' "How Arguments Work": https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/1112 🔗Ethan Mollick's Twitter & LinkedIn: https://twitter.com/emollick; https://www.linkedin.com/in/emollick/🔗Jose Bowen's "Teaching with AI": https://www.press.jhu.edu/books/title/53869/teaching-ai 🔗Critical AI Institute at Rutgers: https://criticalai.org/🔗Maha Bali's blog: https://blog.mahabali.me/🔗Anuj Gupta's AI literacy work: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anuj-gupta-3533541a1/ 🔗CCC AI Learn hashtag: Search #CCCAILearn on Twitter🔗"You Look Like a Thing and I Love You": https://www.janelleshane.com/book-you-look-like-a-thing🔗"The Wild Robot" book: https://www.peterbrownstudio.com/books/the-wild-robot/ and movie: https://www.thewildrobotmovie.com/ 🔗Alison Gopnik's work: https://simons.berkeley.edu/news/stone-soup-ai 🔗Anna’s AI literacy micro-lessons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KirvJ6kv3m0 🔗Joy Buolamwini's work: https://www.media.mit.edu/people/joyab/overview/Support the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Oct 11, 2024 • 1h 3min
AI in Academia: Balancing Efficiency, Learning, and Ethics
Send us a textIn this episode of Women Talkin’ ’Bout AI, Drs. Jessica and Kimberly dive into the intersection of AI, education, and entrepreneurship. In this candid conversation, they discuss:-Balancing tech development with education in an AI startup-The AI efficiency myth and its impact on academic writing-Insights from recent AI conferences-The controversial WildChat dataset and its privacy implications-Challenges of integrating AI in higher education-Critical thinking skills in the age of AI-Personal experiences balancing work and lifeSupport the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Oct 11, 2024 • 32min
AI Misconceptions and Moxie
Send us a textIn this inaugural episode of "Women Talkin' 'Bout AI," hosts Jessica Parker and Kimberly Becker share their journey from AI novices to creators of Moxie, an AI hub for academic researchers. They discuss their motivations, approach to AI in education, and experiences working with users. They touch on topics like the importance of iteration in AI interactions, the challenges of AI integration in academia, and the potential of AI for providing formative feedback. The episode concludes with their personal "pit and peach" moments of the week, setting the tone for future episodes that blend AI insights with relatable life experiences.Support the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Oct 9, 2024 • 45min
The Future of Academic Writing with AI Tools
Send us a textIn this episode of "Women Talkin' 'Bout AI", Drs. Jessica Parker and Kimberly Becker discuss a recent study on AI essay grading and its implications for education. Key topics: -The concept of contrastive rhetoric and how cultural backgrounds may influence writing styles-The "No True Scotsman" fallacy in AI debates about education-Different types of AI prompting (zero-shot, one-shot, few-shot) and their applications-Challenges educators face in adapting assessments and curricula to account for AI use-The balance between using AI to increase efficiency versus improve quality in academic work-The importance of struggle and friction in the learning processSupport the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Oct 9, 2024 • 37min
Twinning, Teaching and Tech
Send us a textIn this episode of "Women Talkin’ ’Bout AI", Drs. Jessica and Kimberly dive into the evolving landscape of AI in higher education. They discuss Blackboard’s new AI features, the concept of digital twinning, and the challenges of fostering critical thinking in the digital age. They explore the complexities of integrating AI in academic tools and debate its impact on student learning and engagement.Key Topics:-Blackboard’s new AI avatar feature for discussion boards-The concept of “twinning” in educational technology-Challenges of AI-generated content in admissions essays-The importance of process over product in learning-Critical thinking markers in human-AI interactions-The need for evidence-based approaches to AI in education-Balancing efficiency with meaningful learning experiences-Guiding students on appropriate use of AI tools in academic settingsSupport the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn

Oct 6, 2024 • 34min
Baby Steps & Big Ideas
Send us a textIn this episode of "Women Talkin' 'Bout AI", Jessica and Kimberly explore the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into higher education. Key Topics-- Taking small, experimental steps to implement AI in courses-- The importance of curiosity and play when learning about AI-- AI literacy: functional, critical, and rhetorical approaches-- The power of semantic search in academic research-- Rethinking rhetoric and communication in the age of AI 🔗 LINKS:➡️The Many Worlds I See, by Dr. Fei Fei Li: https://www.amazon.com/Worlds-See-Cur...➡️An AI Literacy Framework for Higher Ed: https://moxielearn.ai/ai-literacies-f...➡️Keyword vs. Semantic Search: / boolean-vs-keyword-lexical-search-vs-seman... ➡️Color Wow Root Cover Up: https://colorwowhair.com/➡️Perimenopause & ADHD: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journa...Support the showContact Jessica or Kimberly on LinkedIn: Jessica's LinkedIn Kimberly's LinkedIn