Newsletter 1: Future Education 3.0

Welcome to our newsletter on the latest developments in AI and education. In this edition, we explore the intersection of the metaverse, AI, and DALL-E2 and how these technologies can be used to create immersive educational experiences.

We also share links about the the potential of GPT technology for engaging students in discussions and encouraging critical thinking. Additionally, we examine the impact of AI on the job market and the need for entrepreneurial teachers in the age of AI. We also explore the potential of AI in creating assistive technology for students with disabilities. Finally, we discuss the threat of AI and the importance of designing curriculum for creative learning with VR.

If you're an educationalist interested in staying up to date with the latest ideas and concepts from Education 3.0, we invite you to join our group here. We welcome your participation and look forward to sharing insights and knowledge with you.

Below are links to some of the great content shared over the last two weeks in the channel.

1.?????LinkedIn post by Gabe Baker discussing the intersection of the metaverse, AI, and DALL-E2 and how these technologies can be used to create immersive educational experiences. Link: https://www.dhirubhai.net/posts/gabe-baker-31730b38_metaverse-ai-dalle2-ugcPost-7051259225011888130-9q2A?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

2.????? Teaching Channel blog post providing 50 chat prompts for teachers using GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) technology. These prompts can be used to engage students in discussions andencourage critical thinking. Link: https://www.teachingchannel.com/k12-hub/blog/50-chat-gpt-prompts-for-teachers/

3.????? Amazon page for the book "Chat GPT: Technologies for Educational Intelligence" by Stefan Bauschard. The book explores how GPT technology can be used to enhance teaching and learning.

Link: https://www.amazon.com/Chat-GPT-Technologies-Educational-Intelligence-ebook/dp/B0BZSVHLTS/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=7N5FKYAHPR9O&keywords=stefan+bauschard&qid=1681176865&sprefix=%2Caps%2C85&sr=8-2

4.????? Article on CreativeTech discussing how Roblox is using 3D generative AI to create immersive experiences for users. The article explores the potential of this technology for education. Link: https://creativetech.beehiiv.com/p/roblox-wants-youtube-3d-generative-ai-holds-key

5.????? LinkedIn post by Andrew Wright sharing his thoughts on the importance of sharing and collaborating among educators. He encourages educators to support each other and share their knowledge and experiences. Link: https://www.dhirubhai.net/posts/andrew-wright-6608838b_share-like-educators-activity-7051444373766475777-mYXc?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

6.?????Futurepedia.io, a wiki-style website dedicated to exploring the future of education and technology. Link: https://www.futurepedia.io/

7.????? GatesNotes article by Bill Gates discussing the age of AI and its potential impact on education. Link: https://www.gatesnotes.com/The-Age-of-AI-Has-Begun?WT.mc_id=00_00_00_share_em

8.????? eSchool News article discussing five of the biggest education trends in 2023. Link: https://www.eschoolnews.com/innovative-teaching/2023/01/30/5-of-the-biggest-education-trends-in-2023/

9.????? TechCrunch article discussing a virtual town populated with AI and the wholesome interactions that occurred.

Link: https://techcrunch.com/2023/04/10/researchers-populated-a-tiny-virtual-town-with-ai-and-it-was-very-wholesome/

10.? Medium article by Nick Clegg discussing how the metaverse can transform education. Link: https://nickclegg.medium.com/how-the-metaverse-can-transform-education-20ed9d355b5f

11.? Edumetaverse blog post discussing what to do when math doesn't work in the metaverse. Link: https://www.edumetaverse.com.au/post/when-the-maths-won-t-work

12.? Edumetaverse blog post discussing resistance points for technology in education. Link: https://www.edumetaverse.com.au/post/five-resistance-points-for-technology-in-education

13.? Blog post on ShakEducation discussing the potential of chatbots and AI in education. Link: https://click.convertkit-mail.com/0vurwg06mls9homrlkxsl/m2h7h6u8krnzemum/aHR0cHM6Ly9zaGFrZXVwbGVhcm5pbmcuY29tL2Jsb2cvZ29vZ2xlLWJhcmQtdnMtY2hhdC1ncHQv

14.? Ed3Metaverse Substack post discussing AI tools for teaching and the metaverse for learning. Link: https://ed3metaverse.substack.com/p/ai-tools-for-teaching-metaverse-for

15.? LinkedIn post by Dr. Nick Jackson discussing the need for entrepreneurial teachers in the age of AI. Link: https://www.dhirubhai.net/posts/pedagogypearson_ai-need-entrepreneurial-teachers-dr-nick-jackson-activity-7051426849269478912-5zJL

16.? Forbes article discussing Goldman Sachs' prediction that 300 million jobs will be lost or degraded by artificial intelligence. Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2023/03/31/goldman-sachs-predicts-300-million-jobs-will-be-lost-or-degraded-by-artificial-intelligence/?sh=4d491c0f782b

17.? YouTube video discussing the potential of AI in education. Link: https://youtu.be/sTCuoqOb2xE

18.? CTV News article discussing a trial of Chat GPT technology in Yokosuka, Japan. Link: https://beta-ctvnews-ca.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/beta.ctvnews.ca/national/sci-tech/2023/4/14/1_6356765.amp.html

19.? AT Today article discussing a report suggesting that every child in every school should be introduced to assistive tech. Link: https://attoday.co.uk/every-child-in-every-school-should-be-introduced-to-assistive-tech-report-suggests/

20.? Science Focus article discussing the school of 2050 and how technology will transform education. Link: https://www-sciencefocus-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/the-school-of-2050-technology-education/amp/

21.? CNBC article discussing Google CEO Sundar Pichai's warning about the impact of AI acceleration on society. Link: https://www-cnbc-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.cnbc.com/amp/2023/04/17/google-ceo-sundar-pichai-warns-society-to-brace-for-impact-of-ai-acceleration.html

22.? The Guardian article discussing the threat of AI and a fake photo that duped Sony judges. Link: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2023/apr/18/ai-threat-boris-eldagsen-fake-photo-duped-sony-judges-hits-back?CMP=share_btn_wa

23.? VRSchoolResearch blog post discussing designing curriculum for creative learning about biomes with VR.

Link: https://vrschoolresearch.com/2023/04/14/designing-curriculum-for-creative-learning-about-biomes-with-vr/

24.? LinkedIn post by McKinsey providing a comprehensive overview of the metaverse and its potential impact on education. Link: https://www.dhirubhai.net/posts/mckinsey_a-ceos-guide-to-the-metaverse-activity-7049810564016992256-CnnE?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios

25.? Neuroscience News article discussing AI's ability to generate text and images of birds. Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/ai-text-image-bird-2370/

26.? Japan Times article discussing a trial of Chat GPT technology in Yokosuka, Japan. Link: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/04/20/national/chatgpt-yokosuka-trial/

27.? Using Technology Better blog post discussing Curipod, an AI tool for educators. Link: https://usingtechnologybetter.com/blog/transform-your-teaching-with-curipod-the-ultimate-ai-tool-for-educators/

28.? Tribal Group blog post discussing moving from a supplier-led to an employer-led education system in the GCC.

Link: https://www-tribalgroup-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.tribalgroup.com/blog/moving-from-a-supplier-led-to-an-employer-led-education-system-in-the-gcc?hs_amp=true

?Thanks for reading our newsletter on AI and education. We hope you found it informative and thought-provoking. Stay tuned for our next edition, where we'll continue to explore the latest developments in this exciting field. In the meantime, keep learning and innovating!