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"AI Detectors": What did we learn? 

"AI Detectors": What did we learn?  | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it

There are at least four very serious scholarly papers that tested these “AI Detectors” and found they are completely ineffective. However, the worst thing about them is not that they don’t work, It is that they are prone to flagging our most vulnerable students as cheaters! In GPT detectors are biased against non-native English writers, by Weixin Liang, Mert Yuksekgonul, Yining Mao, Eric Wu, James Zou and published in Liang, Weixin in the publication arXiv in July 2023, they showed that:


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Thanks to Yashy Tohsaku. 

Edumorfosis's curator insight, May 11, 2:34 PM

En vez de perder el dinero y tiempo vigilando que los estudiantes no entreguen sus trabajos con la ayuda de la IA, deberíamos enfocarnos más en acompañarlos en su desarrollo cognitivo. Diversas investigaciones han demostrado que los principales detectores de texto generado con GPT producen falsos positivos y falsos negativos. Así que lo más económico y productivo que puede hacer un educador hoy día, es cambiar su metodología instruccional y su estrategia evaluativa. 

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It’s Time to Make Working In Schools One of the Most Desirable Career Paths – The 74

It’s Time to Make Working In Schools One of the Most Desirable Career Paths – The 74 | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Knight: This Teacher Appreciation Week is the moment to focus on improving the profession to meet — even exceed — the standards of today’s workforce
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"The 74"...meaning America's 74 million kids...always has interesting stuff.

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AI for Education, Educating for AI

AI for Education, Educating for AI | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Jan 09, 2024 // World in 2050 Senior Fellows met in a collective intelligence gathering, where they discussed what AI means for the education transformation and equitable access to—and benefit from—education.

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EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, May 10, 1:50 PM

"[T]he education transformation has been underway for years, but AI is poised to accelerate it at speeds we are not prepared for."

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ChatGPT and VR - Changing the Way We Learn Soft Skills

ChatGPT and VR - Changing the Way We Learn Soft Skills | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it

By immersing yourself in a VR simulation of your upcoming meeting or event, you are able to practice within a scenario that is not only realistic but which also replicates the inevitable nerves and anxiety – making your practice far more stimulating and effective.


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Geeky-cool stuff! Thanks to Juan Doming. 

Nik Peachey's curator insight, May 7, 12:24 PM

Interesting to see how ChatGPT is being used with VR

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10 Best Virtual Reality In Education Books

10 Best Virtual Reality In Education Books | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it

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Now if I only had the time to read them!! ;)

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How Educators Are Using AI to Do Their Jobs

How Educators Are Using AI to Do Their Jobs | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it

Educators are slowly experimenting with AI tools in a variety of ways, according to EdWeek Research Center survey data.


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Interesting stuff. 

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, May 7, 9:51 AM

"More than a year since ChatGPT and other generative AI tools entered the K-12 scene, educators are slowly experimenting with them."

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Major Auto Makers Are Fully Embracing XR in the Vehicle Design Process

Major Auto Makers Are Fully Embracing XR in the Vehicle Design Process | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Some major car manufacturers still design cars in clay before heading into production, and while that tradition doesn’t seem to be going away just yet, companies like Ford, Volvo and Rivian say mixed reality headsets are substantially helping them to reduce time and cost in vehicle design. In a new video focusing on the Australia-based design …
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Benefits of Virtual Reality in Education: Tools & Resources

Benefits of Virtual Reality in Education: Tools & Resources | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Want to explore technology and the benefits of virtual reality (VR) in education? Learn about American University’s innovative Master of Arts in Teaching.
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Global Report on Teachers: Addressing teacher shortages and transforming the profession

Global Report on Teachers: Addressing teacher shortages and transforming the profession | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it

The first edition of the new biennial Teacher Task Force and UNESCO Global Report on Teachers focuses on the global teacher shortage that hinders the achievement of SDG4 and the Education 2030 agenda. The report stresses the urgency of this challenge and calls for immediate action. 

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This is a serious situation, folks. 

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There's Now More VR Than Mac Players on Steam

There's Now More VR Than Mac Players on Steam | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
The PC VR population has been growing ever so steadily over the last four years. Meanwhile, the MacOS population has shrunk and been overtaken by VR. If you were just looking at the percent of the Steam population with monthly-connected VR headsets, you’d probably conclude that VR on the platform has shrunk slightly over the …
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VR's taking over!! ;)

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Teaching Courses that Provoke Student Anxiety

Teaching Courses that Provoke Student Anxiety | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Do you teach one of those courses that promotes lots of student anxiety? Nowadays that seems to apply to all sorts of courses.

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Math always seems to top the list. Thanks to Yashy Tohsaku. 

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AI Website Builder for Businesses - Build your website under 5 minutes.

AI Website Builder for Businesses - Build your website under 5 minutes. | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Don't have the time or resources to build a website? With AI-driven tools, you can create a stunning website for your business with just one click! Our AI-powered solutions include blog platforms, newsletter forms, payment processing and more - everything you need to take your business from idea to reality.

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Digitally enhanced blended learning: leveraging the benefits of technology in Higher Education

Digitally enhanced blended learning: leveraging the benefits of technology in Higher Education | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Digitally enhanced blended learning can improve access to higher education and better prepare Britain’s future workforce.  Blended learning has become the sector standard in higher education, offering a more personalised learning experience designed to meet the evolving demands of the digital age.  

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Teens and Video Games Today

Teens and Video Games Today | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it

85% of U.S. teens say they play video games. They see both positive and negative sides, from making friends to harassment and sleep loss.


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This is interesting. 

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, May 12, 12:33 PM

"Pew Research Center surveyed 1,423 U.S. teens ages 13 to 17 about their own video game habits – from how often they play to the friends they’ve made and whether it gets in the way of them doing well in school or getting a good night’s sleep."

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Online gaming has become a pandemic, affecting school-going children all over the world.
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EdTech Apps: Will They Solve Current Education Problems?

EdTech Apps: Will They Solve Current Education Problems? | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Dive into how EdTech apps can revolutionize learning by offering personalized, cost-effective programs for students, teachers, and schools.

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Why, yes, they will! Thanks to Yashy Tohsaku. 

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, May 6, 2:33 PM

"EdTech apps [can] revolutionize learning by offering personalized programs for students, teachers, and schools, leading to cost savings and improved outcomes worldwide."

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UK School & MAT Staffing Challenges: Solutions for 2024

UK School & MAT Staffing Challenges: Solutions for 2024 | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
UK schools face a severe staffing crisis in 2024. Discover the challenges they're facing and explore effective solutions to attract and retain top talent in every area, from specialist teachers to leaders.
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All applies to the US too. 

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Artificial Intelligence For Dummies, 2nd Edition ($22.00 Value) FREE for a Limited Time Free eBook

Artificial Intelligence For Dummies, 2nd Edition ($22.00 Value) FREE for a Limited Time Free eBook | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Free eBook to Artificial Intelligence For Dummies, 2nd Edition ($22.00 Value) FREE for a Limited Time. Forget far-away dreams of the future. Artificial intelligence is here now!

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Thanks to Tom D'Amico.

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Influencers Are Trying to Go Viral by Playing 'Content Warning'—a Game About Going Viral

Influencers Are Trying to Go Viral by Playing 'Content Warning'—a Game About Going Viral | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Horror game "Content Warning" is a metanarrative about the things streamers will do to get clicks.
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Practical Insights: Incorporating ChatGPT in Language Education and Beyond

Practical Insights: Incorporating ChatGPT in Language Education and Beyond | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Using the voice capabilities in ChatGPT to enrich interactive learning experiences could signal a new era in education and course design.

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EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, May 7, 9:56 AM

"In language education, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a possibility; it is a reality unfolding in classrooms worldwide."

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The future of educational robotics: enhancing education, bridging the digital divide, and supporting diverse learners

The future of educational robotics: enhancing education, bridging the digital divide, and supporting diverse learners | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
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The link between AI fluency and the next education revolution

The link between AI fluency and the next education revolution | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
For AI to support students, education institutions need to ensure employees have the skills and training to leverage new technologies.

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Want to Buy a Decommissioned Supercomputer? Here’s Your Chance

Want to Buy a Decommissioned Supercomputer? Here’s Your Chance | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
There’s still time left to bid for a 145,152-core Cheyenne supercomputer that was once the 20th most powerful computer in the world.
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Now you know what to get me for Xmas! ;)

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Smarter Classrooms for Today and Tomorrow

Smarter Classrooms for Today and Tomorrow | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Creating smarter classrooms will equip students with the knowledge, skills, and capabilities required for the future.

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Check this out!  Thanks to Juan Doming.

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, May 1, 3:03 PM

"Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications may not yet be staples in the classroom, but their adoption is growing and they rely on fast, robust network infrastructure."

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Guiding Students to Creative AI Use

Guiding Students to Creative AI Use | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Designing school-friendly chatbots with firm guardrails can guide students toward creative AI use that doesn’t do their homework for them.

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Not convinced this is gonna work. ;)

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, May 3, 9:52 AM

"When ChatGPT was introduced to the public in late 2022, it sparked a significant divide in the education community. On one side, teachers recognized the potential of this tool as a means of personalizing and democratizing learning. On the other, some educators expressed concerns that it would become an ultimate cheating tool, leading to a decline in authentic and creative thought. "

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Is Adobe’s NEW AI Assistant: Better than ChatGPT, Claude and Google’s Gemini for Academic Purposes?

Is Adobe’s NEW AI Assistant: Better than ChatGPT, Claude and Google’s Gemini for Academic Purposes? | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it

"If you’re a frequent PDF user, Adobe’s newly introduced AI Assistant is about to revolutionise your workflow. This groundbreaking feature brings artificial intelligence capabilities directly into your PDF documents, eliminating the need for third-party AI tools or uploading files elsewhere."


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Hold on, there's another one??? ;)

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, May 2, 1:29 PM

"With the AI Assistant, you can easily ask questions about your PDF’s content, and it will provide clear, concise answers with relevant citations from the pages."