#4 - Kate Arthur: Are we Literate? Redefining Literacy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.

We welcome Kate Arthur, a British-Canadian entrepreneur renowned for her work in AI and computational literacy to discuss her latest book, 'Am I Literate?', which explores the intersections of literacy, storytelling, and technology,We explore her diverse background, the transformative power of combining arts and sciences, and the vital role of education in a rapidly advancing technological age. Kate emphasizes the necessity of strong foundational skills in literacy and numeracy as prerequisites for AI literacy, and highlights the importance of ethics in technology. Tune in to uncover insights into Kate's inspiring journey, the concept of 'Burns luck,' the value of mentorship, and the role of diversity in tech. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction to Human Knowledge and Literacy 2:04 Kate's Diverse Background and Global Experiences 3:39 The Importance of Curiosity and Adaptability 8:16 Literacy in the Digital Age 17:12 The Role of Stories in Human History 27:06 Education and Technology: A Vision for the Future 32:06 The Role of Values in Education 32:50 AI's Impact on Communication and Relationships 33:53 Challenges in Adapting Education Systems 34:39 Access to Tools and Literacy 36:32 Types of Education: Formal, Non-Formal, and Informal 38:51 The Importance of Curiosity and Play 39:22 Entrepreneurship: Challenges and Insights 46:37 Understanding AI: Skills and Ethics 51:31 The Role of Ethics in AI 56:08 Encouraging Women in Technology 58:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts --- Episode Links:Kate’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katearthur514/ Kate’s Website: https://karthurmedia.com/ Kate’s Book: https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000489204493 Podcast Links: Substack: https://thinkingthomas.substack.com/⁠ X/Twitter: https://x.com/fortoulthomas⁠ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4nUcKzoV5nHhwFqZrIit9w Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinking-tech/id1797833313 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-fortoul/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ONyHJ7p13KQrYyOH1WPAh