AI Literacy in AcademiaJoin me as I welcome Jessica Parker, Ed.D., and Dr. Kimberly Becker, co-founders of Moxie. In this episode of My EdTech Life, my guests unpack the complexities of AI in academic settings, from AI literacy to the concept of a "post-plagiarism era." Jessica and Kimberly offer great insights into how AI is reshaping academia, the critical importance of understanding large language models, and the potential biases lurking within AI systems. Whether you're an educator, student, or simply curious, this episode provides great perspectives on navigating the AI landscape in academia.Timestamps:0:00:30 - Introduction and welcome0:01:59 - Dr. Jessica Parker introduces herself and Moxie0:03:07 - Dr. Kimberly Becker shares her background in linguistics and AI0:04:54 - Explanation of how large language models work0:07:07 - Discussion on AI detectors and their limitations0:11:23 - Concerns about AI implementation in education0:14:44 - Hesitations and misconceptions about AI in academia0:18:37 - The importance of critical thinking when using AI0:21:34 - Exploring the concept of a "post-plagiarism era"0:26:17 - AI as a collaboration tool in higher education0:28:48 - Recent study on dialect bias in AI language models0:32:01 - Examples of bias in AI-generated images0:35:22 - Considerations for AI use in grading and assessment0:37:37 - The story behind Moxie and its mission0:40:13 - How Moxie is improving academic rubrics through AI0:43:14 - "EduKryptonite": Challenges in using AI for education0:45:44 - Book recommendations from the guests0:46:57 - Fun question: What job would the guests like to try for a day?0:48:24 - Closing remarks and how to connect with the guestsDon't miss out on more insightful conversations at the forefront of educational technology! Follow My EdTech Life on all social media platforms, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and hit that notification bell to stay updated on our latest content. Join our community of educators and tech enthusiasts as we explore the future of learning together!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportAuthentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator. 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!Interactive Learning with GoosechaseSave 10% with code MYEDTECH10 on all license types!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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