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Air GPT

by BRN [BAM Radio Network]

AIR | GPT is a roundtable discussion with the creators of the leading education technology frameworks, including SAMR, TPACK, Triple E, SETI, and GenAI-U. Once a month, they connect to exchange insights and share what they’ve learned about the most significant Gen AI-in-education developments of the month. The conversations are unscripted, unmoderated, and refreshingly candid. The discussions take place in virtual airport lounges, as finding a time and place for this globetrotting cohort to meet is the podcast’s biggest challenge. Join us for a rare fly-on-the-wall experience with Dr. Ruben Puentedura, Dr. Liz Kolb, Dr. Punya Mishra, Dr. Helen Crompton, and Dr. Caroline Fell-Kurban for a uniquely synergistic perspective on Gen AI in education.

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Episodes

  1. AI-Driven Education: The Good, The Bad, The Alpha School

    AI is reshaping education, but how do we determine if an innovation is a step forward? In this meet-up, we explore the good, the bad, and the complicated through Alpha School’s lens. The group found elements to admire in its bold rethink of learning, as well as reasons for deep concerns about...

  2. TechLash: What Can You Trust and Who Do You Trust with Educational AI?

    Discussions about AI in education are moving beyond academic integrity, critical thinking, and the question of whether AI is a gift or a curse to humanity. Among the most interesting emerging conversations is the idea that the single most important factor determining the future of AI in education...

  3. Expanding Screen Bans in Education: Simple Solution, Complex Problem, A Smarter Path Forward

    In recent times, the discussion around screen use in schools has intensified, particularly with the LA Unified School District’s decision to impose a screen ban. But what does this mean for our students and their educational experience? In this conversation, we’ll unravel the rationale for screen...

  4. What If the Most Disruptive Thing about AI Is How Confidently We're Talking About It?

    The creators of the SAMR, TPACK, Triple E, SETI, and GenAI-U frameworks explored whether AI is truly on the verge of eliminating jobs and what that would mean for education. Panelists agree that many educators are underestimating AI’s current capabilities, creating a growing gap between…

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  5. Cheating? Forget About It: Asking The Right Questions About Agentic AI In Education

    The word is spreading through the education community that a new kind of artificial intelligence enables students to complete an entire course with a single prompt. As one educator explained, with just a simple setup, a student can put an entire course on autopilot and go back to playing video...

  6. Mic Drop 2025: We Stopped Asking What Can We Do With AI, and Started Asking What Is AI Doing to Us?

    This year-end review of the AIR GPT podcast captured how the creators of the SAMR, TPACK, Triple E SETI, and Gen AI frameworks wrestled with what AI really means for teaching and learning—not in the abstract, but in the day-to-day reality educators are living right now. They talk openly about the...

  7. Beyond AI Slop: The Pride, and Joy of Creativity Is Alive and Well, What’s Slowly Dying Is How We Define It

    Is generative AI killing creativity or helping us find new ways to be creative? In this episode, we talk about Charlie Warzel’s claim that generative AI is destroying creative work and polluting the digital world with “AI slop.” We explore how AI can both interrupt and inspire creativity—like...

  8. Pedagogical Debt: Why It Matters, Are We Ready To Reduce It, Can Generative AI Help?

    We’ve all been there—juggling new tech, new expectations, and wondering if our students are really learning what matters. In this chat, we talk about “pedagogical debt” (the gap between what we know works in teaching and what we actually do), how AI is shaking things up, and why the right kind of...

  9. Three Years of Gen AI: The Lessons We’ve Learned, What We Plan to Do Differently As We Head Back to School

    In this special episode, the creators of SAMR, TPACK, Triple E, SETI, and GenAI-U reflect on how their views of AI in education have evolved since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022. They share hard lessons learned and insights gleaned, offering a candid look at the ups and downs in their...

  10. Grok This: When AI Goes Off the Rails, What Educators Need To Know About the Root Causes

    The conversation explores why educators must understand what's happening when AI goes rogue. AI misfires matter because students increasingly rely on AI tools that can produce misleading or harmful results. The panel discusses the known and unknown root causes, drawing on knowledge and insights...

  11. All Gen AI Studies Are Not Created Equal: What These Two Highly Cited Studies Overlooked, Why It Mattters

    Two recent AI studies sparked a robust online discussion among educators. Both spoke to the efficacy of generative AI in education. Respected organizations backed both, but their conclusions were contradictory. This conversation is an autopsy on how the papers arrived at such disparate findings....

  12. The Blindspots In AI Guardrails, Guidelines, and Good Intentions: What We Need, What We Don’t, and Why

    The conversation explores the more hazy challenges of integrating AI into education, and raises important questions. How do we strike the right balance of innovation with safety? What is the ideal role of educators in shaping AI policies? How can we prioritize human-centered learning? The...

  13. The Science and Art of Teaching Creativity in the Age of Gen AI: What Every Educator Needs to Understand

    This conversation delves into the complexities of AI image generation, exploring its capabilities, biases, and implications for education and creativity. The speakers discuss the importance of media literacy, the evolution of AI technology, and the need for a deeper understanding of how these...

  14. Some Think More With Gen AI, Some Less: Here’s What’s Behind This Emerging Critical Thinking Divide

    This conversation explores new findings on the critical thinking divide fueled by Gen AI, What does this mean for teaching and learning? This deeply informed group discusses their experiences with Gen AI in the classroom, the pivotal role of foundational knowledge, and the need for a deeper...

  15. AI Schools Are Catching On: What They Get Wrong, What They Get Right, What They Are Teaching Us About Teaching

    Unbound Academy generated a lot of buzz since the Arizona State School Board approved the all-AI school for public instruction in December. Unbound is a virtual version of Alpha School, a private school based on two hours a day of AI-delivered instruction supported by guides instead of teachers.…

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  16. Lightning Presentation: Year in Review AIR GPT 2024

    In this year-end review of the Air GPT podcast, our AI-powered hosts recap discussions from a panel of technology integration framework developers. The cohort includes Dr. Punya Mishra, Dr. Caroline Fell Kurban, Dr. Liz Kolb, Dr. Ruben Puentedura, and Dr. Helen Crompton, discussing the…

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  17. Para-social Relationships: The Pros and Cons of Falling in Love With Generative AI

    This week, we dive into the love-hate relationship that some are developing with generative artificial intelligence. This discussion delves into the complexities and implications of generative AI in educational and social contexts. The conversation begins with concerns about the potential for…

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  18. The Creators of SAMR, TPACK, Triple E, SETI, and GenAI-U Launch New Podcast With A Review of NoteBook LM

    AIR|GPT is a roundtable discussion with the creators of the leading education technology frameworks, including SAMR, TPACK, Triple E, SETI, and GenAI-U. Once a month, they connect to share what they’ve learned. Together, they unpack the most significant Gen AI-in-education developments. The...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

AIR | GPT is a roundtable discussion with the creators of the leading education technology frameworks, including SAMR, TPACK, Triple E, SETI, and GenAI-U. Once a month, they connect to exchange insights and share what they’ve learned about the most significant Gen AI-in-education developments of the month. The conversations are unscripted, unmoderated, and refreshingly candid. The discussions take place in virtual airport lounges, as finding a time and place for this globetrotting cohort to meet is the podcast’s biggest challenge. Join us for a rare fly-on-the-wall experience with Dr. Ruben Puentedura, Dr. Liz Kolb, Dr. Punya Mishra, Dr. Helen Crompton, and Dr. Caroline Fell-Kurban for a uniquely synergistic perspective on Gen AI in education.

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AIR | GPT is a roundtable discussion with the creators of the leading education technology frameworks, including SAMR, TPACK, Triple E, SETI, and GenAI-U. Once a month, they connect to exchange insights and share what they’ve learned about the most significant Gen AI-in-education developments of...

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