Living On The Edge of Chaos

202: Navigating the New Wave: Blended Learning and AI with Dr. Catlin Tucker

Episode Summary

In this episode, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses the importance of combining AI with sound educational practices. She shares the idea behind her book, 'Shift Writing into the Classroom,' which focuses on leveraging AI to enhance the writing process. Dr. Tucker emphasizes the need to rethink the classroom experience and empower students to become effective learners. She also addresses the promise and misconceptions of AI, highlighting the importance of intentional design and the role of teachers in guiding the learning process. The conversation explores the need for change in education and the potential of AI to address existing challenges. It highlights the barriers to effective learning and the resistance some teachers have towards adopting new instructional models. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of reigniting passion for teaching and provides advice on taking small steps towards change. Additionally, it discusses the joy found in physical activity and provides information on how to connect with Catlin Tucker.

Episode Notes

Takeaways

• Combining AI with sound educational practices can enhance the learning experience.
• The problem is not AI itself, but how we use class time and design learning experiences.
• AI can be leveraged to support students in the writing process and develop their skills as learners.
• Effective instructional practices, such as blended learning and student agency, are essential for empowering students and creating meaningful learning experiences. AI has the
• potential to bring about much-needed change in education.
• Teachers should consider alternative instructional models to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Resistance to change can hinder progress in education.
• Taking small steps and focusing on one aspect at a time can lead to success.
• Engaging in physical activity can bring joy and help disconnect from work.

Chapters

 Introduction and Background
The Importance of Combining AI with Sound Educational Practices
The Problem is How We Use Class Time, Not AI
The Idea for the Book: Shifting Writing into the Classroom
The Importance of Intentional Design and Leveraging AI
The Need to Rethink the Classroom Experience
AI as an Editor of Thinking
The Promise and Misconceptions of AI
The Learnership and Developing Learners
The Need for Effective Instructional Practices
The Need for Change in Education
Barriers to Effective Learning
Teachers' Resistance to Change
The Potential of AI in Education
Reigniting Passion for Teaching
The Best Piece of Advice
Finding Joy in Physical Activity
Connecting with Catlin Tucker