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Please write a short description of a podcast episode where 2 teachers discuss students usage of AI in writing lessons:

Title: "Bytes of Wisdom: Navigating the AI Frontier in Student Writing"

Description: In this insightful episode of "EduChat Chronicles," join our hosts, seasoned educators Ms. Anderson and Mr. Rodriguez, as they delve into the fascinating realm of artificial intelligence in the context of student writing lessons. With AI tools becoming increasingly integrated into classrooms, the duo explores the impact, benefits, and potential challenges of students utilizing AI in their writing endeavors. From automated grammar checks to AI-driven content suggestions, the hosts share their experiences and reflections on how these technologies are reshaping the landscape of writing instruction.

Tackling questions like ethical considerations, the development of critical thinking skills, and the balance between technology and traditional teaching methods, Ms. Anderson and Mr. Rodriguez provide valuable insights for educators navigating this evolving frontier. The episode also features practical tips for teachers looking to incorporate AI tools effectively, fostering a thought-provoking conversation on how to harness the power of technology without compromising the essence of authentic student expression.

Tune in to "Bytes of Wisdom" to gain a deeper understanding of the evolving role of AI in the classroom, and discover innovative ways to empower students in their writing journey while embracing the possibilities offered by artificial intelligence.

 

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What kids can tell you about summer school

In this episode Troy and Steve discuss an episode in which Troy interpolates meaning from his kid's comments on classroom activities. It's a wild ride into the meaning one projects onto the blanks slates that all teachers are.

Or something like that...

Episode 98: Online, offsite, remote, distance teaching teachers to teach

Can you learn how to do something without doing the something?

Is listening to people talk about learning to do something a complex or compound sentence?

To explore this topic, join us and our menagerie, flora, fauna, offspring and a cool car cameo!

Episode 97: Teaching managers to manage teachers

If you want something done right, then sometimes you have to do it yourself. But if what you want done is for someone to do your job for you, then that's kind of moot. Perhaps what you want to do is be mute, and let them do it for you. As long as they are doing it the way you want done, without you telling them how to do it, and for them to do it their own way, without you having to supervise them supervising.

Episode 96: Semantically speaking

A: "Did you hear that they got a new puppy?"

B: "Get out of here!"

A: Leaves......

B: "Oh, come on!"

A: "Huh?"

B: "Are you off?"

A: (Sniffs own armpit) "Um, no?"

B: "Are you off your wheaties?"

A: ... (Gives up on English forever)

Episode 95: Graduation Day

Pomp!

Circumstance!

Flowing Gowns!

Is it all worth it? Or is it all about it? Is it the icing on the cake, or being pushed to give a rating and review after a meal?

A lot of people love a good celebration, and it is a nice way for them to tie up a part of life that (presumably) required some commitment.

So, come along with us while we throw our hats in the air and take selfies until our faces feel frozen as we stride across the stage in our best frock coats, frilly cravats and shiny buckled riding boots.

BTW, 'pomp' is a rather silly sounding word. Seriously. Say it aloud to yourself.

'Pomp'

Episode 94: The man without a group

We all get a little lonely sometimes, but we get by with a little help from our friends.

But what if we don't have any friends?

What if nobody wants to help us?

What if nobody wants our help?

It's OK though, sometimes we're in a lovely egalitarian environment with a benign dictator who is willing to make sure that everybody gets a friend, such as a classroom!

Surely teachers always have our best interests at heart and can foresee all possible issues with friends, partners, groupmates and coworkers.

Right?

Episode 93 - Did you do your homework Johnny?

To homework, or not to homework. That is the question.

Do you think Mr Wilkins will remember to check the assignment? Can I copy yours? Sorry, my dog ate my pencil.. In this episode, Troy and Steve facilate on this rather (un)important question. Both have long histroies of avoiding homework -  as students and as teachers. But both also have a long history of dealing with people who believe that it is important; other teachers, for instance. So. Before you listen, do the worksheet attached below, and you'll find the task sheet in the second attachment that you can complete once you have finished listening.

 

 

Episode 92: Teachers outside the classroom

In this episode, Troy and Steve ask whether teachers can ever not be teachers. What happens to us after the lessons end? Can we turn all that teacher stuff off? Or do we carry it around like a bad backpack with all the important stuff in it that one can't possibly do without? Or, as we kind of hope, are we just normal people with a job and a life outside the job? Troy and Steve kind of agree for a change. For that reason, there is no arguing, bickering or death in this show.

Episode 91: Descriptively prescribed

To teach, or not to teach, the question is, is that a complete sentence, seeing as the rule dictates that sentences should contain a subject, verb, and object. Also, when is the correct time to use a semi colon; that is, is it correct to join the clauses as was done when it also includes a zero relative clause? Oh, and never and a sentence with a preposition. Because it's just wrong!

I hope this episode is something you can put up with.