
Episode 280: Marce Lancioni
06/06/24 • 54 min
Teachers as Guardians: Responsible AI Use in the Classroom with Marce Lancioni
Join me as I welcome Marce Lancioni, a passionate English teacher with over 30 years of experience from Argentina, to discuss the impact of AI on education. Marce shares her journey, from her initial excitement about AI to her growing concerns about responsible use and the need for informed decision-making in the classroom.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
02:13 - Marce's background and teaching experience
03:21 - Marce's first impressions of AI and its impact on her teaching
05:35 - Introducing AI to students and their reactions
08:03 - Understanding the inner workings of AI and the importance of responsible use
10:13 - The transformation of Marce's teaching practices with AI
12:31 - The lack of national-level AI policies in Argentina and the need for proactive measures
14:29 - The importance of teachers taking responsibility for AI use in the classroom
16:33 - Marce's approach to incorporating AI tools in her lessons
19:43 - Privacy concerns and the need for parental consent and transparency
23:18 - The similarities in AI-related issues faced by educators in Argentina and the United States
26:33 - Marce's experience with adapting international AI platforms for her students
30:04 - The resurfacing of pre-existing issues in education due to the AI revolution
32:31 - The importance of developing students' critical thinking skills in the age of AI
35:55 - Concerns about AI-powered mental health apps for students and the need for caution
40:59 - The significance of reducing risks and maintaining a balance when incorporating AI in the classroom
44:57 - Marce's thoughts on her "EDUKryptonite" in the current state of education
46:28 - The message Marce would put on a billboard to promote responsible use of technology
50:06 - Marce's passion for teaching and learning and her dream of being a professional reader
50:53 - Closing thoughts and appreciation for Marce's bold insights on AI in education
Don't miss this great conversation about AI's challenges and opportunities in education and educators' critical role in using it responsibly.
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Teachers as Guardians: Responsible AI Use in the Classroom with Marce Lancioni
Join me as I welcome Marce Lancioni, a passionate English teacher with over 30 years of experience from Argentina, to discuss the impact of AI on education. Marce shares her journey, from her initial excitement about AI to her growing concerns about responsible use and the need for informed decision-making in the classroom.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
02:13 - Marce's background and teaching experience
03:21 - Marce's first impressions of AI and its impact on her teaching
05:35 - Introducing AI to students and their reactions
08:03 - Understanding the inner workings of AI and the importance of responsible use
10:13 - The transformation of Marce's teaching practices with AI
12:31 - The lack of national-level AI policies in Argentina and the need for proactive measures
14:29 - The importance of teachers taking responsibility for AI use in the classroom
16:33 - Marce's approach to incorporating AI tools in her lessons
19:43 - Privacy concerns and the need for parental consent and transparency
23:18 - The similarities in AI-related issues faced by educators in Argentina and the United States
26:33 - Marce's experience with adapting international AI platforms for her students
30:04 - The resurfacing of pre-existing issues in education due to the AI revolution
32:31 - The importance of developing students' critical thinking skills in the age of AI
35:55 - Concerns about AI-powered mental health apps for students and the need for caution
40:59 - The significance of reducing risks and maintaining a balance when incorporating AI in the classroom
44:57 - Marce's thoughts on her "EDUKryptonite" in the current state of education
46:28 - The message Marce would put on a billboard to promote responsible use of technology
50:06 - Marce's passion for teaching and learning and her dream of being a professional reader
50:53 - Closing thoughts and appreciation for Marce's bold insights on AI in education
Don't miss this great conversation about AI's challenges and opportunities in education and educators' critical role in using it responsibly.
If would you like to sponsor our show, please reach out to me at https://www.myedtech.life/contact/
Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6066160593272832
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportYellowdig is transforming higher education by building online communities that drive engagement and collaboration. My EdTech Life is proud to partner with Yellowdig to amplify its mission.
See how Yellowdig can revolutionize your campus—visit Yellowdig.co today!
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Episode 279: Navigating the Ethics and Challenges of AI in K-12 Education Panel
As AI rapidly advances, educators grapple with how to adopt and use AI tools in K-12 classrooms responsibly. In this insightful expert panel hosted by Fonz of the My EdTech Life podcast, educational leaders and an AI EdTech founder dive deep into the ethics, challenges, and opportunities surrounding AI in education.
Join the conversation with panelists Adam Sparks, Karle Delo, Ed Dieterle, Bonnie Chelette, and Maurie Beasley as they discuss key considerations for educators, including:
→Protecting student data privacy and security with AI platforms
→Challenges with AI companies' terms of service for schools
→Best practices for AI professional development and teacher training
→Overcoming barriers to AI adoption in schools
→AI's potential impact on learning outcomes and critical thinking skills
The panelists emphasized the importance of digital literacy, empowering teachers, using AI to enhance rather than replace human capabilities, and keeping students' best interests at the forefront. Each expert also shares their biggest concern, "AI EduKryptonite," in the current K-12 AI landscape.
This discussion offers valuable insights and perspectives for any educator or administrator navigating the complex issues surrounding AI in schools. Don't miss this timely conversation about one of the most important issues in education today.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
02:20 Meet the expert panelists
08:10 Protecting student data with AI platforms
20:10 AI terms of service challenges for schools
27:12 AI professional development best practices
35:08 Overcoming barriers to AI adoption
42:54 AI's impact on learning outcomes & skills
57:40 Panelists' biggest AI concerns - "AI EduKryptonite"
1:09:13 Wrap-up
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Episode 281: Kelly Schuster-Paredes
Balancing Innovation and Ethics in EdTech with Kelly Schuster-Paredes
Join me for a great conversation with Kelly Schuster-Paredes, a veteran educator and computer science teacher, as we dive into the world of AI, coding, and the future of education. Kelly shares her unique journey from science teacher to Pythonista and offers valuable perspectives on navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technology.
You can also listen to Kelly and Sean on the Teaching Python Podcast
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:32 - Kelly's background and transition into computer science
5:08 - Experiences with ChatGPT and AI in education
11:14 - Addressing concerns and establishing guidelines for AI use in schools
16:37 - The importance of understanding AI's capabilities and limitations
23:01 - Training teachers to effectively utilize AI tools
28:30 - Fostering creativity and student ownership in the age of AI
35:23 - Addressing bias and the need for diverse training data in AI models
40:11 - Student perspectives on AI and its impact on learning
44:57 - Striking a balance between innovation and data security
47:26 - Kelly's kryptonite in the current state of education
50:50 - Importance of lifelong learning and staying curious
52:18 - Kelly's dream job and the joy of sharing knowledge
54:48 - Kelly's podcast, "Teaching Python," and its mission to support educators
Don't miss this thought-provoking episode as we explore the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the classroom.
➡️Be sure to subscribe to the My EdTech Life podcast for more inspiring conversations with innovative educators worldwide.
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