Khushi Gupta
In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer and his AI co-host Nancy explore whether generative AI in education has reached the peak of inflated expectations or even the trough of disillusionment on the Gartner Hype Cycle. The discussion delves into the origins of the Hype Cycle and its relevance to current AI trends. … Read more
A charter school in Washington D.C. that started in 2003 and was known for its services to students with disabilities closed suddenly, giving little notice to students, teachers, and parents. The school had been struggling financially for some time, with a decrease in enrollment. However, the abrupt closure took everyone by surprise. The Network for … Read more
Key points: AI can play a role in developing soft skills, but these skills are uniquely human. AI has a transformative role in accessibility. When it comes to using AI, educators are more comfortable than students. For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub. With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, … Read more
(Note: I am going to publish this same post regularly to remind regular readers and inform newer ones about how to access my “Best” lists) As regular readers know, I have about 2,200 categorized and regularly updated “Best” lists. You can find all of them in broad categories here. The link to that … Read more
A survey conducted in September among 1,012 students revealed that the economy and cost of living are the most crucial issues influencing students’ voting decisions in the upcoming election. 52 percent of respondents selected this as the most important issue. Other significant concerns identified in the survey, which was carried out by Inside Higher Ed … Read more
A thesis statement is a crucial component of any academic essay, as it encapsulates the main argument and sets the tone for the entire paper. Crafting a strong thesis statement is essential for both the writer and the reader to maintain focus on the central idea throughout the essay. In this guide, we will delve … Read more
The current situation in California’s foster system is dire, as many foster family agencies are facing a crisis due to insurance issues. The Nonprofits Insurance Alliance of California, which previously insured 90% of foster family agencies in the state, issued letters of nonrenewal to all agencies, citing concerns about accountability in cases where children are … Read more
With just three weeks left before a fiercely contested U.S. election, it is crucial that the voices of students are heard, even those who are not yet eligible to vote. However, many students lack the necessary knowledge about civic issues to form informed opinions. This lack of knowledge is in part due to the decline … Read more
In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer welcomes Katy Knight, President and Executive Director of the Siegel Family Endowment. We dive into the intersection of technology, society, and education, exploring how these elements shape our future. Mike referenced Katy’s appearance on The Cusp with Paul Fain in the open. Katy shares her journey … Read more
A friend suggested that Democrats should sign Elon Musk’s petition so that his prize of $1 million a day could be shared by voters from both parties. I googled his petition and discovered that only voters in the 7 battleground states are eligible to win, so that rules me out. There has been debate about … Read more