Ed3 Weekly Issue #102: Beyond Spac-ial Computing
A deep dive into spatial computing and the future of tech
Hello Ed3 Community!
Welcome to the latest issue of our weekly exploration into education and emerging technology.
This week, along with our typical look into AI and blockchain, we’ll also conduct a deeper exploration of spatial computing. Through this, we can uncover the implications for teaching, learning, and educational accessibility.
It is also time that we intentionally interpret the benefits and challenges posed by generative AI tools like ChatGPT, and the revolutionary potential of blockchain in democratizing educational content. This narrows our focus to the pioneering field of spatial computing.
This technology heralds a new era of interaction and understanding within our physical and digital worlds, promising to reshape educational experiences and outcomes significantly.
The featured article on spatial computing illuminates its vast capabilities and celebrates the pivotal contributions of women driving this technological revolution forward. As we pay homage to these trailblazers, we recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion in crafting the future of education and technology.
Beyond the groundbreaking advancements, this issue also addresses the ethical considerations, the need for adaptive educational systems, and the societal implications of integrating such technologies into our learning environments.
Thank you for joining us as we explore how these emerging technologies are tools for innovation and catalysts for creating more inclusive, accessible, and empowering educational experiences for all.
In a world where the only constant is change, understanding and leveraging spatial computing and other emerging technologies will be key to preparing students for the uncertainties and opportunities of the future.
📰 Featured Articles:
🧠 ChatGPT use linked to sinking academic performance and memory loss: A study reveals that students using AI software like ChatGPT for assignments tend to experience decreased academic performance, memory retention, and increased procrastination due to reliance on quick AI-generated answers.
🧑🏫 Generative AI and K-12 Education: An MIT Perspective: The widespread availability of generative AI tools like ChatGPT has generated a spectrum of reactions among educators, from enthusiasm to pessimism, as they grapple with integrating this technology into teaching and ensuring academic integrity.
🤖 LAUSD Deploys ‘Ed,’ An AI Chatbot For Students And Parents: The Los Angeles Unified School District introduces a new AI platform offering personalized assistance to students and parents, consolidating data for accessible educational support and resources.
🥽 The ‘Hidden Figures’ Of Spatial Computing: Spatial computing promises to revolutionize human interaction with technology, underscored by the significant contributions of pioneering women, highlighting the need for gender inclusivity in this emerging tech field.
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The ‘Hidden Figures’ Of Spatial Computing
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This article highlights the burgeoning field of spatial computing and its potential to revolutionize interactions between humans, technology, and the physical environment. It underscores the pivotal role of women in this evolution, drawing parallels to the story of "Hidden Figures" and emphasizing the underappreciated contributions of women in tech.
As we stand on the brink of a computing revolution driven by AI and new hardware, the article reflects on the mixed advancements and challenges faced by women in the tech landscape. Despite progress, disparities remain, underscoring the need to celebrate and elevate women's roles in shaping the future of technology, ensuring they are recognized not years later but as integral contributors to the advancements of today.
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