ownAI.com = Open Source & Indie AI

As an educator, I am always exploring innovative ways to enhance my students’ learning experiences. Today, I am excited to introduce you to ownAI.com, an open-source and indie AI platform that allows you to create your own AI assistant effortlessly. With its intuitive interface, user-friendly features, and a free plan, ownAI.com has become my go-to resource for creating personalized AI assistants. Let me

Blindsided by AI (Trailer/Documentary)

Can we maintain the heart of teaching in the age of artificial intelligence? A captivating and thought-provoking documentary.

Generate a Prompt- Anthropic

Did you know that Anthropic has launched a prompt engineering tool that generates production-ready prompts in the Anthropic Console? This tool allows educators to create AI prompts tailored to their curriculum, enhancing student engagement and learning experiences. Its user-friendly interface makes it accessible for all educators, marking a significant step forward in the integration of

ChatGPT in Academic Writing and Publishing: A Comprehensive Guide (Open Access)

This guide explores the applications and benefits of using ChatGPT in the field of academic writing and publishing. The guide aims to demonstrate how ChatGPT can simplify and improve various aspects of the academic writing process, from research conception to publishing. The main takeaways from the guide include:

Preparing Students for Oral Exams in English with Play.AI

In Norway, students will soon be preparing for their oral exams in English. To assist them in this endeavour, I am going to use the power of AI voice assistants and a platform called Play. AI. What is Play.AI? Play.AI is a fantastic platform that allows you to build personalized AI voice agents. These agents can be trained on your specific

Teach AI-Classroom Curricula (aiEDU)

The AI Education Project, is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating equitable learning experiences that excite and empower students globally with AI literacy. The organization’s mission is to ensure that everyone, especially those who may be disproportionately affected by AI systems, has access to the necessary knowledge and skills to thrive in various roles as

Open generative AI changes a lot, but not everything (The Modern Language Journal /April 2024)

The text discusses the impact of open generative artificial intelligence (AI), specifically ChatGPT, on language professionals and language education. The author highlights the public’s fascination with generative AI and its language performance, as well as the need for language professionals to critically engage with language and language technologies. The main takeaways from the text are

Designing an eco-friendly product using AI and 3D printing (Lesson Plan)

The objective of this task is to provide students with a student-centered learning experience that combines sustainability, AI, and 3D printing. The task aims to engage students in a project that allows them to exercise autonomy, pursue mastery of skills, and develop a sense of purpose by creating an eco-friendly product using AI and 3D

EMO: Emote Portrait Alive – Generating Expressive Portrait Videos with Audio2Video Diffusion Model under Weak Conditions

EMO is an innovative framework for generating expressive portrait videos with audio-driven animation. By inputting a single reference image and vocal audio, EMO is able to create dynamic avatar videos with a range of facial expressions, head poses, and even synchronize them with the audio. With its ability to support different languages, diverse portrait styles,

BEYOND HUMAN SUBJECTIVITY AND ERROR: A NOVEL AI GRADING SYSTEM

The purpose of this paper is to introduce a novel automatic short answer grading (ASAG) system based on AI technology and large language models. The paper aims to address the challenges of grading open-ended questions in education by automating the task, reducing workload for educators, and improving grading consistency. The main takeaways from the paper

Exploring the Connection between AI and Surveillance

Artificial intelligence (AI) and surveillance have become intertwined, shaping various aspects of our lives. As educators, we should equip students with a comprehensive understanding of these concepts and their implications. One effective way to approach this topic is through the exploration of novels that discuss the themes of surveillance. To facilitate this process, Surveilit’s website serves as an excellent resource for

AI and Academia: Student Perspectives and Ethical Implications (studentPOLL/May 2024)

The purpose of this report is to explore the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI tools on higher education, specifically focusing on college-bound students. The report aims to understand the students’ knowledge and utilization of generative AI tools, their familiarity with specific tools, and their expectations and concerns regarding the ethical use of

The Generative AI Toolkit

The Generative AI Toolkit was created by Cecilia Lo and Maria O’Hara at King’s College London to pull together gamified and playful approaches to upskilling staff & students in the Higher Education sector in the UK and is shared under the CC YB SA License which allows you to share and adapt this with attribution. (Source)

2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report (Microsoft & Linkedin)

The purpose of this report is to provide insights into the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the workplace and to examine the trends and challenges associated with AI adoption. The main takeaways from the report are as follows: The report highlights the increasing prevalence of AI in the workplace, the importance of AI adoption

Beyond CheatBots: Examining Tensions in Teachers’ and Students’ Perceptions of Cheating and Learning with ChatGPT (May 2024)

The purpose of this paper is to explore the tensions in teachers’ and students’ perceptions of cheating and learning with the use of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence language model. The study examines how teachers and students rank and evaluate examples of students using ChatGPT, and it investigates the criteria they use to determine the

Future of Writing in the Disciplines and Professions (White Paper)

This paper addresses the challenges faced in writing instruction and propose a solution using generative AI technology.  The main takeaways from the paper are as follows:

Perplexity for Educators

Exciting news for educators! Perplexity is proud to announce the launch of a new course specifically designed for teachers, called “AI Search in Education“. This seven-day course aims to empower teachers with fundamental knowledge about artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in the field of education. This course is for educators of all levels. No

Public Benefit Corporations and AI

Did you know that Inflection AI (PI) and Anthropic (Claude) are Public Benefit Corporations (PBCs)? Have you ever wondered what it means? Public Benefit Corporations (PBCs) are a type of corporate structure that signals a business considers a “triple bottom line” – people, planet, and profit1. This means they extend benefits to stakeholders like communities

Find the Right AI Tool for the Task (Laura Yost/ 3 May 2024)

Microsoft’s MAI-1 LLM

Microsoft is reportedly developing a new large-scale AI language model, codenamed MAI-1123. MAI-1 is expected to have approximately 500 billion parameters13. This places MAI-1 in a similar league as OpenAI’s GPT-4, which is rumored to have over 1 trillion parameters3. Despite its complexity, MAI-1 is too large to run on consumer devices, suggesting that Microsoft

Peeking Under The AI Hood: Activities to Teach How AI Works For Little Learners (Vicky Sedgwick)

Vicky Sedgwick has generously shared these amazing AI resources for little learners – dive in and explore them today for a fascinating journey into the world of artificial intelligence! Day of AI: https://www.dayofai.org/

NEURO MERMAID AI (Elle Neal)

It is time to present another brilliant and free AI tool! neuromermaid.ai is a platform developed by Elle Neal that uses Generative AI to research and visualize new ideas. It is designed to assist individuals, particularly those who are neurodivergent, in overcoming information overload and enhancing their learning experience. The website offers two main features:

STOP USING AI DETECTORS!!!

AI detectors like ChatGPT and Turnitin are ineffective in catching students using generative AI. A classroom experiment conducted by a teacher showed that 12-year-olds were able to beat these detectors easily. The experiment also revealed that the detectors falsely accused students and targeted non-native English speakers. Educators are seeking innovative solutions to address this problem.

P.A.R.T.N.E.R.- Cultivate a partnership mindset (Cora Yang & Dalton Flanagan)

The “P.A.R.T.N.E.R.” framework by Cora Yang and Dalton Flanagan provides a roadmap for building a productive partnership with Artificial Intelligence. P: Practice prompt craft A: Assess outcomes R: Refine & iterate T: Team up with AI N: Note AI is a tool E: 80/20 rule R: Responsibility rests with users

Do teachers spot AI? Evaluating the detectability of AI-generated texts among student essays.

This paper presents two experimental studies that investigate the ability of novice and experienced teachers to identify AI-generated texts among student-written essays. The results show that both groups of teachers had difficulty detecting texts generated by ChatGPT, a variant of the GPT-3 model! However, more experienced teachers tended to make more accurate judgments. Additionally, both

Trends 2024 (Higher Learning Commission)

This document provides a list of trends in higher education for the year 2024. It is intended to inform and guide institutions in identifying the trends that most impact their institutions and to help them adapt and lead in the changing landscape of higher education. The document covers various topics, including artificial intelligence, paradigm shifts,

Using Artificial Intelligence Tools in K–12 Classrooms (RAND Corporation/Research Report/April 2024)

This research report aims to understand the current state of K-12 teachers’ use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the support they receive from their districts in using these tools. The report also explores teachers’ and district leaders’ perspectives on the potential impact of AI on teaching and learning. Key Takeaways Additional Insights These findings

Claude for iOS is here

Did you know that Anthropic has made an exciting announcement? They have launched the Claude iOS app, bringing the incredible power of Claude to your iPhone! With this new app, you can now access Claude’s features and capabilities conveniently from your mobile device, allowing you to harness its potential wherever you go. Claude iOS app

Exploring the effects of AI literacy in teacher learning: an empirical study

This article explores the effects of AI literacy on teacher learning and investigate the determinants of teachers’ intentions to learn AI. The study aims to promote AI learning among K-12 teachers and contribute to the field of AI education. The key takeaways from the article are as follows: These findings provide insights into promoting AI

Beyond Algorithms: The Irreplaceable Value of Human Connection in Teaching

In today’s world, education must go beyond the digital boundaries marked by the rise of artificial intelligence, and we should never forget the value of genuine teaching occurring in the classroom. As an educator who has dedicated years to the pursuit of shaping young minds, I have witnessed firsthand the power of human interaction in nurturing growth and spurring