
Navigating the AI Revolution in Education: Ethics, Creativity, and the Future of Learning with Torrey Trust, PhD
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09/18/24 • 28 min
Welcome to the 10th episode of The Culture Compute podcast! We're thrilled to have a special guest today, Dr. Torrey Trust, Professor of Learning Technologies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Dr. Trust is not only a leading expert in the field but also my PhD advisor. Her insights on AI ethics in education are invaluable as we navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.
Guest: Dr. Torrey Trust, Professor of Learning Technologies, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Key Topics Discussed:
- Trust's AI Syllabus Policy Statement
- Broader implications for human creativity and higher order thinking
- Creativity and over-reliance of generative AI in education
Paper Review: "Ethical content in artificial intelligence systems: A demand explained in three critical points" by Ana Luize Corrêa Bertoncini and Mauricio C. Serafim. APA reference below.
Key takeaways discussed:
- Need for multidisciplinary approach to AI in education
- Importance of maintaining ethical standards as AI becomes more prevalent
- Balancing AI benefits with potential ethical challenges
Links and References:
- Torrey Trust, PhD, Professor of Learning Technologies at Univ. of Massachusetts Amherst
- AI Syllabus Policy Statement
- GenAI & Ethics: Investigating ChatGPT, Gemini, & Copilot
- Bertoncini, A. L. C., & Serafim, M. C. (2023). Ethical content in artificial intelligence systems: A demand explained in three critical points. Frontiers in Psychology, 14, 1074787. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1074787
Connect with me, the host of the Culture Compute Podcast. Sai Gattupalli
Learning Technologies Researcher
Email: [email protected]
Music by Liborio Conti
Subscribe to The Culture Compute podcast on your favorite platform. Free and open access.
Until next time, keep computing culture.
Welcome to the 10th episode of The Culture Compute podcast! We're thrilled to have a special guest today, Dr. Torrey Trust, Professor of Learning Technologies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Dr. Trust is not only a leading expert in the field but also my PhD advisor. Her insights on AI ethics in education are invaluable as we navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.
Guest: Dr. Torrey Trust, Professor of Learning Technologies, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Key Topics Discussed:
- Trust's AI Syllabus Policy Statement
- Broader implications for human creativity and higher order thinking
- Creativity and over-reliance of generative AI in education
Paper Review: "Ethical content in artificial intelligence systems: A demand explained in three critical points" by Ana Luize Corrêa Bertoncini and Mauricio C. Serafim. APA reference below.
Key takeaways discussed:
- Need for multidisciplinary approach to AI in education
- Importance of maintaining ethical standards as AI becomes more prevalent
- Balancing AI benefits with potential ethical challenges
Links and References:
- Torrey Trust, PhD, Professor of Learning Technologies at Univ. of Massachusetts Amherst
- AI Syllabus Policy Statement
- GenAI & Ethics: Investigating ChatGPT, Gemini, & Copilot
- Bertoncini, A. L. C., & Serafim, M. C. (2023). Ethical content in artificial intelligence systems: A demand explained in three critical points. Frontiers in Psychology, 14, 1074787. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1074787
Connect with me, the host of the Culture Compute Podcast. Sai Gattupalli
Learning Technologies Researcher
Email: [email protected]
Music by Liborio Conti
Subscribe to The Culture Compute podcast on your favorite platform. Free and open access.
Until next time, keep computing culture.
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Navigating the AI Revolution in Education: Ethics, Creativity, and the Future of Learning with Torrey Trust, PhD
Welcome to the 10th episode of The Culture Compute podcast! We're thrilled to have a special guest today, Dr. Torrey Trust, Professor of Learning Technologies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Dr. Trust is not only a leading expert in the field but also my PhD advisor. Her insights on AI ethics in education are invaluable as we navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.
Guest: Dr. Torrey Trust, Professor of Learning Technologies, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Key Topics Discussed:
- Trust's AI Syllabus Policy Statement
- Broader implications for human creativity and higher order thinking
- Creativity and over-reliance of generative AI in education
Paper Review: "Ethical content in artificial intelligence systems: A demand explained in three critical points" by Ana Luize Corrêa Bertoncini and Mauricio C. Serafim. APA reference below.
Key takeaways discussed:
- Need for multidisciplinary approach to AI in education
- Importance of maintaining ethical standards as AI becomes more prevalent
- Balancing AI benefits with potential ethical challenges
Links and References:
Torrey Trust, PhD, Professor of Learning Technologies
AI Syllabus Policy Statement: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1caSLk2JM40K4tdQHlLRwftYVGM6k8z0ZA2J12SwLhtU/edit?usp=sharing
Torrey Trust, PhD https://www.torreytrust.com/
Bertoncini, A. L. C., & Serafim, M. C. (2023). Ethical content in artificial intelligence systems: A demand explained in three critical points. Frontiers in Psychology, 14, 1074787. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1074787
Connect with Sai Gattupalli
Learning Technologies Researcher
Email: [email protected]
Music by Liborio Conti
Subscribe to The Culture Compute podcast on your favorite platform. Free and open access.
Until next time, keep computing culture.
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The Future of Digital Tutors: Unraveling the Complexities of Pedagogical Agent Design in K-12 Education
Episode Overview: In this episode, host Sai Gattupalli explores a recent systematic review on pedagogical agent design for K-12 education, published in Computers & Education. The study, conducted by Zhang et al., offers crucial insights into the effectiveness and future directions of digital tutors in educational technology.
Key Points Discussed:
- Introduction to pedagogical agents and their role in modern education
- Overview of the systematic review methodology and scope
- Key findings on learner preferences and their impact on learning outcomes
- The importance of implementing effective teaching strategies in pedagogical agents
- Gaps in current research, particularly regarding cultural responsiveness and learner characteristics
- Implications for future research and development in educational technology
Featured Research: Zhang, S., Jaldi, C.D., Schroeder, N.L., López, A.A., Gladstone, J.R., & Heidig, S. (2024). Pedagogical agent design for K-12 education: A systematic review. Computers & Education, 223, 105165. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2024.105165
Special Announcements:
- AI for Equality Datathon and workshops, hosted by UMass Amherst's National Data Science Organization chapter and HerWill, from October 8-27, 2024. Read more on my Linkedin post.
- Opportunity for students (Grade 10 and up) to learn data science skills and potentially be featured on the podcast.
Connect with the Show: Email: [email protected]
Credits: Host: Sai Gattupalli Music: Liborio Conti
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