
Episode 307: Dagan Bernstein
12/30/24 • 53 min
Episode 307: AI in Education: Disruption, Challenges, and Opportunities
In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Dagan Berenstein, an innovative educator and digital content expert, to discuss the transformative impact of AI on education and how it’s reshaping the learning landscape.
Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT are empowering students and educators, the importance of thoughtful integration, and the challenges schools face when navigating this rapidly evolving technology. From fostering hands-on, meaningful learning to addressing equity and ethical concerns, Dagan shares actionable insights and strategies to use AI responsibly in classrooms.
We also dive into Dagan’s unique journey—from directing capstone projects tied to sustainability to geeking out on Web3 and blockchain in education—and explore how these experiences shape his vision for the future of learning.
🌟 Highlights:
✅ How ChatGPT and generative AI are disrupting traditional education
✅ Balancing technology with deep, hands-on learning experiences
✅ Strategies for implementing AI tools ethically and effectively
✅ Insights into creating authentic student engagement with capstone projects
✅ Why “living aloha” can transform your approach to education
🎧 Listen now to explore how educators can harness AI to create meaningful, inclusive, and future-focused learning experiences!
👉 Connect with Dagan:
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Episode 307: AI in Education: Disruption, Challenges, and Opportunities
In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Dagan Berenstein, an innovative educator and digital content expert, to discuss the transformative impact of AI on education and how it’s reshaping the learning landscape.
Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT are empowering students and educators, the importance of thoughtful integration, and the challenges schools face when navigating this rapidly evolving technology. From fostering hands-on, meaningful learning to addressing equity and ethical concerns, Dagan shares actionable insights and strategies to use AI responsibly in classrooms.
We also dive into Dagan’s unique journey—from directing capstone projects tied to sustainability to geeking out on Web3 and blockchain in education—and explore how these experiences shape his vision for the future of learning.
🌟 Highlights:
✅ How ChatGPT and generative AI are disrupting traditional education
✅ Balancing technology with deep, hands-on learning experiences
✅ Strategies for implementing AI tools ethically and effectively
✅ Insights into creating authentic student engagement with capstone projects
✅ Why “living aloha” can transform your approach to education
🎧 Listen now to explore how educators can harness AI to create meaningful, inclusive, and future-focused learning experiences!
👉 Connect with Dagan:
🔗 Ed3 Weekly Newsletter: ed3weekly.xyz
📲 Follow: @Ed3Weekly
📌 Don’t forget to subscribe to My EdTech Life and help us reach our 2025 goal of 1,000 subscribers!
➡️ Follow My EdTech Life:
🌐 Website: myedtech.life
📺 YouTube: Subscribe Now
📲 Socials: @MyEdTechLife
💰 Support: Be A Show Producer
Yellowdig 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 306: Eirik Berre & Frikk Fossan
Episode 306: Unlocking Engagement in Education with Curipod
In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Eirik Berre and Frikk Fossan, co-founders of Curipod, an innovative AI-powered platform transforming classrooms by fostering collaboration, engagement, and 100% participation.
Discover how Curipod helps educators create dynamic lessons, spark classroom discussions, and lower participation barriers for all students. From STAAR test prep success to bilingual support and groundbreaking updates launching soon, Eirik and Frikk share how Curipod is shaping the future of education.
We also dive into the personal stories behind the platform—what inspired these passionate innovators to tackle education challenges and what drives their mission to make learning inclusive and engaging. Plus, they share their favorite Texas dishes and reflect on the power of curiosity in learning.
🌟 Highlights:
✅ Curipod’s unique "Think, Pair, Share" approach
✅ Game-changing AI feedback for student writing
✅ Tailoring lessons to students’ interests (Pokémon, Taylor Swift, & more!)
✅ Powerful updates coming in January
✅ Insights into fostering collaboration and SEL in classrooms
🎧 Listen now and explore how Curipod is revolutionizing learning, one classroom at a time!
👉 Connect with Curipod:
🔗 Website: curipod.com
📲 Follow on Social: @Curipod
📌 Don’t forget to subscribe to My EdTech Life and help us reach our 2025 goal of 1,000 subscribers!
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🌐 Website: myedtech.life
📺 YouTube: Subscribe Now
📲 Socials: @MyEdTechLife
💰Support: Be A Show Producer
Yellowdig 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 308: Jim & Maurie Beasley
Episode 308: Jim & Maurie Beasley AI Insights from an Engineer-Educator Duo
In this exciting episode of My EdTech Life, we welcome Maurie and Jim Beasley, an incredible husband-and-wife team blazing trails in AI for K-12 education! Maurie, an experienced educator and counselor, and Jim, a former engineer turned CTO, share their journey of integrating AI tools into classrooms, balancing innovation with practicality, and bridging the digital divide for rural schools.
💡 What to Expect in This Episode:
- How their AI-powered tool, "Agnes," is transforming classrooms on a budget.
- Practical tips for introducing AI to skeptical educators and administrators.
- The power of policy and why K-12 education must be included in the AI conversation.
- Insights into their AI Trailblazer Program and how they measure its success.
- A behind-the-scenes look at their podcast, AI in Action, and how they stay passionate about education innovation.
🎧 Whether you're a teacher, tech enthusiast, or district leader, you'll discover actionable ideas and inspiration to embrace AI while keeping it simple, effective, and impactful.
📢 Don't forget to subscribe! We're so close to reaching 1,000 followers on YouTube. Help us hit that milestone and continue spreading these knowledge-packed conversations.
👉 Visit our website for more episodes and resources: https://www.myedtech.life
Yellowdig 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!
My EdTech Life - Episode 307: Dagan Bernstein
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Episode 307: AI in Education: Disruption, Challenges, and Opportunities
[00:00:30] Fonz: Hello everybody, and welcome to another great episode of My EdTech Life. Thank you so much for joining us on this wonderful day, wherever it is you're joining us from around the world.
[00:00:39] Fonz: I thank you, as always, for all of your support. We appreciate all the likes, shares, and follows. Thank you so much for engaging with
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