Sam Saarinen's Vision for Sustainable and Adaptable Education with AI

05/28/24 • 44 min

In the second episode of our AI + Education Series, we discuss ideas on education reform, emphasizing the need for curriculum changes to integrate employability skills. We touch on neuroscience, statistics, computing education, and more.
Sam Saarinen is a dynamic entrepreneur, has a doctorate in applied AI from Brown University, and is the founder and CEO of Edapt Technologies. With his unique perspective, he critiques the current education system for its one-size-fits-all approach and advocates for a more diverse and specialized model.
TIMESTAMPS:
03:49 AI is a complex system of statistics.
09:36 Classroom education should be personalized and motivating.
10:37 Neuroscience advancements show sleep's role in memory.
13:52 AI in education needs careful, thoughtful implementation.
19:57 Scalability goal, technology adaptable to other content.
23:09 Educators blind to automation, technology overlooks practical skills.
27:25 Academic reading on game design mechanics, gamification, student engagement.
29:36 Support for AI education and workforce development.
34:38 Understanding computer science, AI, and education tensions.
38:50 Challenges in finding and sustaining qualified teachers.
41:36 Panel of mentors support students, facilitate learning.
43:10 Future education discussed; interview in 100 years.
LINKS:
➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Sam on LinkedIn
LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-saarinen/
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Previous Episode

Navigating the AI Landscape in Education with Lance Eaton

In the first episode of our AI + Education Series, we uncover the potential of AI to revolutionize educational systems! We discuss how Lance uses AI to personalize learning while supporting educators, plus the importance of involving students in AI policy-making. If you're passionate about the future of education and the role of technology, then be sure to tune in!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:10 Encouraging talented professionals to stay in Rhode Island.
03:25 Growing up as a tech-savvy, independent learner.
08:35 Teaching with a mindset of mutual learning.
11:21 Passion project development in educational leadership programs.
13:47 Ran AI course, developed usage policies, and involved students.
16:54 Institutional policy initiated and led by students.
20:26 Understanding AI literacy and its integration challenge.
25:10 Challenging education system disincentivizes learning progress.
29:46 Exploring AI's practical uses is essential.
33:04 Generative AI usage in post-pandemic education.
36:45 AI assessment is still imperfect, biased, and inaccurate.
38:16 AI bias in criminal sentencing and education.
42:39 Colleges adapt slowly but do respond effectively.
45:12 Generative AI resources for educators and tips.
LINKS:
➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Lance on LinkedIn
LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaton01/
➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Chris on social media
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➤ ➤ ➤ Check out these episode mentions
Lance's Substack ➤ https://aiedusimplified.substack.com/
The AI Pedagogy Project by Metalabs ➤ https://aipedagogy.org/
Incorporating AI in Teaching: Practical Examples for Busy Instructors by Daniel Stanford ➤ https://danielstanford.substack.com/p/incorporating-ai-in-teaching-practical
College Unbound ➤ https://www.collegeunbound.edu/
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Next Episode

AI for Enhanced Learning: Insights from Travis Escobar

Travis Escobar is the Vice President of the Providence School Board and a key advocate for millennial engagement here in Rhode Island. In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of artificial intelligence and education. Whether you're an educator, student, or simply intrigued by the future of AI, this episode is packed with a great discussion you won't want to miss!
TIMESTAMPS:
05:44 Encouraging Rhode Island to lead in AI.
09:00 Students use AI for school work efficiency.
12:23 Supporting Providence school district, AI research compilation.
16:28 Addressing the gap in multilingual learner support.
19:40 AI biases must be removed for ethical use.
21:37 Sam discussed teaching facets and the impact of AI.
26:47 American dream evolving, not dead; tech's impact.
27:52 AI creating shorter work week, society benefits.
33:22 AI will enhance personalized learning in schools.
34:08 AI integration in education is inevitable with costs.
38:23 AI creativity and accessibility shaping the future.
42:26 Government leader Brian Tardif promotes AI development.
43:51 Failures lead to success, keep learning and growing.
LINKS:
➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Travis on LinkedIn
LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisescobar/
➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Chris on social media
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