In this episode of "Tech Unwreck," Nicky Acevedo sits down with special guest Eric Curts to dive into the fascinating world of AI and its potential impact on the classroom. With over 30 years of experience as a technology integrationist, Eric shares his insights on generative AI, its diverse applications, and the need for educators to understand and embrace these innovative tools.

From using AI for personalized learning and academic support to exploring its role in creative writing and research, the conversation offers valuable perspectives on leveraging AI to empower both teachers and students. Nikki and Eric emphasize the importance of guiding students in responsible AI use, setting clear guidelines, and nurturing critical thinking skills in the era of evolving educational technology.

Timestamps:

00:00 AI encompasses various computer functions, notably generative AI.

05:59 Embrace AI for collaboration and personalized learning.

08:04 Simplify reading passages for better student understanding.

11:30 Meta released 3 big language models.

14:26 Students lead in AI, educators need training.

18:12 Interacting with AI in diverse educational ways.

20:04 Suggesting AI debate in the classroom.

24:02 Google Docs and Slides integrated with AI.

26:43 AI assists with reviewing, analyzing personal notes.

29:26 Various resources for learning about AI highlighted.

Links:

In the podcast, Eric talks about the following resources:

AI tools discussed on the episode:

ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com

Bard: https://bard.google.com/

Claude: https://claude.ai/login?returnTo=%2F

Meta: https://ai.meta.com/

What is coming with AI in Google Workspace:

DuetAI: https://workspace.google.com/solutions/ai/

Notebook LM: https://blog.google/technology/ai/notebooklm-google-ai/ and https://chromeunboxed.com/you-can-now-try-google-ai-note-taking-app-notebooklm/

Connect with Eric:

Website: https://www.controlaltachieve.com/\

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ericcurts

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ericcurts

Eric’s Work on AI: bit.ly/curts-ai

Tune in as we uncover the endless possibilities of AI in the classroom, demystifying its applications and addressing educators' concerns. Join us as we explore how AI can revolutionize the learning experience and offer additional support for teachers and students alike. Follow us on your favorite podcast platform and on Instagram to stay updated on upcoming episodes and more tips to "unwreck" tech in the classroom!