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Simon Says: Educate!

Simon Says: Educate!

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 Welcome to Simon Says: Educate!, the podcast where we explore the latest trends and best practices in teaching and learning. Join us each week as we interview faculty members and students, and dive deep into the issues that matter most to our community. Hosted by the Teaching and Learning Center at Clover Park Technical College, the podcast offers a fresh and engaging perspective on all aspects of education, from the latest teaching strategies and classroom technologies, to the challenges and opportunities of online learning, and the impact of education on students' lives and careers. With Simon as your guide, you'll get an inside look at the people and programs that make CPTC one of the most dynamic and innovative technical colleges in the region. So sit back, relax, and tune in to Simon Says: Educate!Copyright 2025 Teaching Learning
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  • Episode 23: Episode #23: AI Series - Educational Innovation w/Brett Christie from Alchemy

    Episode 23: Episode #23: AI Series - Educational Innovation w/Brett Christie from Alchemy
    Dec 8 2023
    In Episode #23 of "Simon Says: Educate!", Geoff Cain interviews Brett Christie, Ph.D., VP for Educational Innovation & Inclusivity at Alchemy, about AI in education. Christie, with a rich background in educational innovation, discusses the integration of AI in learning, emphasizing its role in personalizing and improving teaching methods. They explore AI's potential to enhance student engagement and address faculty burnout. The episode highlights the challenges and opportunities AI presents in education, underscoring the need for adaptive and inclusive teaching strategies that evolve with technological advancements. Shownotes: Alchemy website - https://alchemy.works/ Brett Christie's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettchristie/ Alchemy's AI and ChatGPT Resources for Higher Education site - https://alchemy.works/ai-chatgpt-resources/ YouTube Playlist of Alchemy AI in Higher Education webinars - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz6k7w7MM7W6DxJt1kdkytkGzIcxrJDFC Google Gemini demo video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIZAiXYceBI Inside Higher Ed article Students Outrunning Faculty in AI Use - https://www.insidehighered.com/news/tech-innovation/artificial-intelligence/2023/10/31/most-students-outrunning-faculty-ai-use Don't forget to subscribe to Simon Says Educate on your favorite podcast platform and stay tuned for the next episode for more enlightening discussions on the transformative journey of teaching and learning at Clover Park Technical College!
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    27 mins
  • Episode 22: Episode #22: AI Series - AI in Education w/Dionna Faherty

    Episode 22: Episode #22: AI Series - AI in Education w/Dionna Faherty
    Dec 1 2023
    In Episode #22 of "Simon Says: Educate!", Dionna Faherty, an English teacher at Clover Park Technical College, explores the integration of Generative AI in English 101. She skillfully incorporates AI in different stages of essay writing, such as brainstorming and thesis development. Dionna's method focuses on teaching students to critically analyze AI-generated content, understanding its biases and limitations. Her innovative approach, likened to the pioneering days of online teaching, aims to enhance students' critical thinking skills. The episode underscores the importance of AI as a tool for learning and its potential to transform teaching methodologies and student engagement. Show Notes: Amy Tan - Fish Cheeks: https://www.commonlit.org/en/texts/fish-cheeks Tim Urban - Inside the mind of a master procrastinator: https://youtu.be/arj7oStGLkU Don't forget to subscribe to Simon Says Educate on your favorite podcast platform and stay tuned for the next episode for more enlightening discussions on the transformative journey of teaching and learning at Clover Park Technical College!
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    24 mins
  • Episode 21: Episode #21: AI Series - AI in Education w/Elena Guel

    Episode 21: Episode #21: AI Series - AI in Education w/Elena Guel
    Nov 17 2023
    In Episode #21 of "Simon Says: Educate!", the focus is on Elena Guel's journey into instructional design at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Elena, initially hesitant about AI, now embraces its potential in education. She highlights the importance of AI tools in saving time and aiding in lesson planning, while also addressing faculty resistance and ethical concerns. The episode underscores the need for change management in integrating AI into education, emphasizing flexibility and faculty support. Elena's experience reflects a broader trend of liberal arts disciplines showing more interest in AI, compared to the cautious approach of science departments. The conversation also touches on the challenges of managing technological change and the future of AI in education, suggesting a landscape of endless possibilities and a focus on student benefit. Show Notes: Elena Guel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-elena-guel-7b8073a6/ Don't forget to subscribe to Simon Says Educate on your favorite podcast platform and stay tuned for the next episode for more enlightening discussions on the transformative journey of teaching and learning at Clover Park Technical College!
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    18 mins
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