Make It Mindful: Insights for Global Education

SummaryDr. Caroline Miller, a high school English teacher and department head at an elite private school, discusses academic integrity, the impact of proximity to power, engaging students in long-form education, unconventional paths to teaching, and the ethical dilemmas of AI and ChatGPT. She emphasizes the importance of balancing creativity and academic standards, reducing homework, and anxiety. Dr. Miller also highlights the role of EdTech in the classroom and the need to focus on process rather than output.TakeawaysBalancing creativity and academic standards is crucial in education.Recruiting teachers with other backgrounds can bring fresh ideas and approaches to the classroom.Reducing homework and anxiety can help students be more present and engaged in their education.Teaching students to assess AI tools like ChatGPT is essential to ensure academic integrity and critical thinking skills.

Show Notes

Summary
Dr. Caroline Miller, a high school English teacher and department head at an elite private school, discusses academic integrity, the impact of proximity to power, engaging students in long-form education, unconventional paths to teaching, and the ethical dilemmas of AI and ChatGPT. She emphasizes the importance of balancing creativity and academic standards, reducing homework, and anxiety. Dr. Miller also highlights the role of EdTech in the classroom and the need to focus on process rather than output.

Takeaways

  • Balancing creativity and academic standards is crucial in education.
  • Recruiting teachers with other backgrounds can bring fresh ideas and approaches to the classroom.
  • Reducing homework and anxiety can help students be more present and engaged in their education.
  • Teaching students to assess AI tools like ChatGPT is essential to ensure academic integrity and critical thinking skills.


Creators & Guests

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Host
Seth Fleischauer

What is Make It Mindful: Insights for Global Education?

Make It Mindful is a podcast for globally-minded educators seeking thoughtful conversations about how education can adapt to an ever-changing world. Hosted by Seth Fleischauer, a former classroom teacher and founder of an international learning company specializing in digital, linguistic, and cultural competencies, the podcast dives into the "why" and "how" behind transformative ideas in education. Each episode features educational changemakers whose insights lead to practical solutions and lasting impact.