083: Of Stochastic Parrots and Drunk Interns with Dr. Punya Mishra - Special Edition Part 1

This week we bring you the first half of a conversation with Dr. Punya Mishra recorded for the Yavapai College WIN Coalition Speaker Series.  Dr. Mishra discusses the intersection of technology, learning, and design, focusing on the TPAC framework and its relevance in today's educational landscape. He explores the implications of AI as a cognitive partner in education, the societal impact of emerging technologies, and the importance of self-awareness and digital literacy in navigating a post-factual world. The discussion emphasizes the role of educators in fostering critical thinking and understanding the complexities of AI and its influence on human interaction.Dr. Mishra emphasizes the importance of the TPAC framework in integrating technology into education.AI should be viewed as a cognitive partner rather than a definitive source of truth.Understanding cognitive biases is crucial in the age of AI.The rise of AI necessitates a corresponding rise in human intelligence and self-awareness.Educators must prepare students for the complexities of a digitally influenced world.AI's generative nature can create authentic-looking content, raising questions about authorship.The societal impact of AI includes potential manipulation and misinformation.Human interaction is essential in education, even in a digital age.Digital literacy should focus on understanding our own minds and biases.The future of education will be shaped by how we adapt to and understand AI.Keywords: AI, education, TPAC framework, digital literacy, cognitive partner, societal impact, human interaction, self-awareness, educators, technology"How do we know what we know?""We live in a post-factual world.""Learning is hard; it's a grind."About Dr. Mishra:https://asu.elsevierpure.com/en/persons/punya-mishrahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/punyamishra/https://punyamishra.comConnect with Ryan: https://twitter.com/Ryan_A_Grayhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanagray/[email protected]  Follow the Show:https://twitter.com/AVITAmplifierhttp://higheredav.com/ryangray  Voiceovers by Chris Dechter:https://twitter.com/cdechterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cdechter/  Please rate and review the show wherever you get your podcasts, feedback is very welcome and we look forward to hearing from you!