In this episode, I'm joined by Marina Pisto-Lombardo, an award-winning third-grade teacher and ISTE certified educator. We will emphasize the importance of experimentation in the classroom and share insights into integrating AI into the curriculum. We discuss using AI as a tool for writing and creativity, navigating concerns about plagiarism versus originality, and empowering students to interact responsibly with technology. Through engaging examples and student experiences, the episode highlights the symbiotic relationship between AI and education, showcasing how it can enhance critical thinking, creativity, and writing skills when integrated thoughtfully into the learning process.

Link to resources: http://generativeage.com/debuggingcreativity

In this episode, we're joined by Holly Clark who shares her journey of implementing AI in classrooms, with a focus on our youngest learners. From leveraging AI tools to enhance writing skills to advocating for equitable access for students, Holly illustrates ways in which AI is reshaping student interactions with text and fostering literacy skills. Through practical examples, Holly advocates for a paradigm shift in education, where AI is harnessed to personalize learning experiences and empower students. Drawing from her extensive experience, Holly discusses the transformative potential of student-facing AI, highlighting its role in augmenting, rather than replacing, traditional teaching methods.

Link to resources: http://hollyclark.generativeage.com/

In this special anniversary episode, we’ll catch you up to speed on some fascinating updates from the field, including deciphering ancient Roman scrolls, Google's pause on its image generator due to concerning results, and OpenAI's latest innovations, including memory and incognito modes as well as the pre-release of Sora, their newest model for creating images and videos. This episode is not just about the tech – I’ll fill you in on how I rolled out generative AI to my own students starting as early as first grade with a focus on teaching them about AI bias, discrimination, and misinformation right from the very start, turning them into detectives of their AI-generated creations. Link to slideshow/resources: https://airoundup1.generativeage.com