The Harms of Generative AI with Tom Mullaney - HoET246

Welcome back to another insightful episode of House of #EdTech! In Episode 246, we dive deep into the potential harms of generative AI with the knowledgeable Tom Mullaney. This episode promises to shed light on the complexities and ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI in education.

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Khan Academy and Microsoft Partnership: A Game-Changer for Education

Khan Academy and Microsoft have recently partnered to revolutionize education with advanced AI tools. Here are the key highlights of this significant collaboration:

• Khanmigo for Teachers: Microsoft's donation of Azure AI infrastructure supports this AI-powered teaching assistant. It aims to save teachers time by aiding in lesson planning and personalizing education for students.
• Enhanced AI Tutoring: The partnership focuses on developing new small language models to improve AI tutoring capabilities, especially in math, making learning more efficient and tailored to individual needs.
• Integration with Microsoft Platforms: Khan Academy’s resources will become more accessible through Microsoft’s platforms such as Copilot and Teams for Education, expanding the reach and impact of these educational tools.
• Focus on Engagement: By making lesson plans more engaging, these tools aim to keep students interested and motivated in their learning journey.

This initiative underscores a significant step towards leveraging AI to support educators and enhance student learning experiences, particularly in K-12 education. For a deeper dive into the details, you can read the full article here.

Featured Content: Interview with Tom Mullaney

Tom Mullaney brings a wealth of experience from his background in Special Education and Instructional Design to help teachers create inclusive and engaging lessons. He has spoken at national conferences like SXSW EDU, the National Council for the Social Studies, and ISTE. Tom shares his educational technology insights on his YouTube channel and SubStack.

In our conversation, we cover several topics:

• Ethical Concerns and Pedagogical Impact
• The Eliza Effect in Classroom Dynamics
• Addressing and Overcoming AI Biases
• Promoting Critical Thinking Through AI Integration
• Future of AI and Teacher Preparedness

Resources:

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