Well worth reading to get a better understanding of what AI really is - https://theaienglishteacher.wordpress.com/2024/07/09/can-we-please-stop-calling-it-ai/
The AI English Teacher
Can we please stop calling it AI!
(Okay – I know the phrase is here to stay. Language works the way it works and this is what we call it now…) Redefining AI in Education: Beyond Generative Models In a recent discussion sparke…
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Some interesting statistics about AI take up in US Unis https://www.universityworldnews.com/post.php?story=20240627105038429
University World News
Academic use of AI for teaching is on the rise – New research
After a period of profound scepticism towards AI among American academics, research has shown that three-quarters have now “taken at least modest st...
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14 years and 3.3 million views later and I'm still collecting and sharing tools for teaching and learning https://buff.ly/2S01nOb
Scoop.it
Tools for Teachers & Learners
A collection of web and mobile based tools to help teachers and learners exploit digital resources
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This is an easy to use 3D virtual environment that can be used for teaching groups of up to 8 with the free subscription https://learn.framevr.io/
learn.framevr.io
Frame - Immersive 3D Collaboration Spaces
Reimagining online connection with spatial, AI-powered environments right on the web.
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A useful comparison article -Frames vs Mozilla Hubs https://fltmag.com/officehours-framevr/
The FLTMAG
Reframing Office Hours: Reimagining Mozilla Hubs in FrameVR - The FLTMAG
By Elizabeth Enkin, University of Nebraska-Lincoln DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.69732/IWXB4020 Collaborative 3D spaces (also referred to as “metaverses”) are virtual environments that are accessible through desktop or immersive VR. They can offer numerous…
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Download a free copy of these great book of activities to help develop students knowledge and understanding of the sustainable development goals https://payhip.com/b/obOwr
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Cooperative Learning and the Sustainable Development Goals
Cooperative Learning and the Sustainable Development GoalsCooperative Learning and the Sustainable Development Goals is a comprehensive guidebook designed exclusively for English language teachers. This invaluable resource is packed with a diverse co...
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Get this lesson plan for free today - Conspiracy Theories - Lessons in Digital Literacy https://buff.ly/3qsUlXe Click on'Buy Now' then enter the coupon code FREEFRIDAY
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Conspiracy Theories - Lessons in Digital Literacy
In this lesson, students try to understand the nature of conspiracy theories, how they evolve and how to debunk them. They also look at how to talk to people about them in a non-confrontational way.Aims:
To develop students’ knowledge and ability to...
To develop students’ knowledge and ability to...
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This is an interesting report on research into ChatGPT’s ability to give constructive feedback on writing. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0959475224000215 you can read a basic summary of the report here: https://hechingerreport.org/proof-points-writing-ai-feedback/
The Hechinger Report
PROOF POINTS: AI writing feedback ‘better than I thought,’ top researcher says
A team of researchers pitted ChatGPT against humans in constructively criticizing 200 student essays
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This is a great new AI powered notebook and study tool from Google. It’s a lot like Evernote and i wish I had spotted this before I paid for my Evernote subscription https://notebooklm.google/
Google NotebookLM
Google NotebookLM | AI Research Tool & Thinking Partner
Meet NotebookLM, the AI research tool and thinking partner that can analyze your sources, turn complexity into clarity and transform your content.
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I've just added 5 more useful tools and 5 more interesting resource articles to The Digital Toolbox https://buff.ly/3DI7MJm
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The Digital Toolbox
Welcome to The Digital Toolbox, the ultimate companion app for language teachers seeking to harness the transformative potential of educational technology in their classrooms. With over 220 carefully curated apps and a wealth of educational resources...
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Here's a link to my free Edtech and ELT newsletter for July. https://buff.ly/3xYUDeq Includes videos and links to apps, resources and articles.
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Here's a lesson on Role Models that you can use on Mandela Day 18th of July https://buff.ly/3xF1EvC
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Role Models - Lessons in Digital Literacy
In this lesson, students share their views about role models and what makes a role model. They test their knowledge with a quiz about Nelson Mandela, and then study an infographic to find out more. They then research role models online and create an ...
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A new free report from OUP. You’ll need to sign in to get it though https://elt.oup.com/feature/global/expert/higher-ed Navigating Tomorrow: Transition Skills for Higher Education
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**Generative AI Misuse: A Taxonomy of Tactics
and Insights from Real-World Data** https://arxiv.org/pdf/2406.13843? This is a 27 page PDF from Google - If you just weant a summary check here: https://thejournal.com/Articles/2024/07/10/Researchers-Provide-Taxonomy-of-Gen-AI-Misuse.aspx
and Insights from Real-World Data** https://arxiv.org/pdf/2406.13843? This is a 27 page PDF from Google - If you just weant a summary check here: https://thejournal.com/Articles/2024/07/10/Researchers-Provide-Taxonomy-of-Gen-AI-Misuse.aspx
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Storybook — Magical Storytelling https://storybook.app/. This is a free tool that works on a Google account to enable you to create digital books.
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This is another great AI powered digital study tool with a useful free subscription https://otio.ai/?via=nikpeachey
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Improving teacher development through the effective use of social media groups https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/publications/case-studies-insights-and-research/improving-teacher-development-through-effective-use Interesting free publication by Dr Gary Motteram for the British Council. Great to see Telegram featuring strongly. Easy to understand why.
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Nice Sketchplanation - The Automation Paradox https://buff.ly/3zVeo7y "the paradox of automation: the better the machines get, the more bewildered we are when the machines fail."
Sketchplanations
Sketchplanations - Simplifying complex ideas in sketches
The Automation Paradox is that the better our machines get, the more we struggle when they fail. When heading out for a hike in the woods, it's tempting to skip the map and compass and rely on our phones and apps for navigation. Yet when we encounter no signal…
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Here's a free lesson plan I developed for the British Council's TeachingEnglish website - The risks and benefits of AI https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/teaching-resources/teaching-secondary/lesson-plans/upper-intermediate-b2/risks-and-benefits-ai
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All Project Gutenberg Audiobooks https://listenly.io/gutenberg/books Great source of free listening materials from Project Gutenberg - Over 7k audio books
Listenly
All Books — Project Gutenberg Audiobooks library by Listenly
Explore the vast collection of more than 70,000 audiobooks, provided by Listenly.
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My AI teacher https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/teaching-resources/teaching-secondary/lesson-plans/pre-interemediate-a2/my-ai-teacher. Here's another free lesson plan that I developed for the British Council's Teaching English website. This one includes some prompts that students can use.
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