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S8E183: Applied AI for beginners to pros with Vicky Emerson

🤖 AI & Technology 👔 Leadership & Management 🔄 Change Management

S8E183

S8E183: Applied AI for beginners to pros with Vicky Emerson

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In this episode, Dale and Martin welcome Victoria Emerson, a seasoned teacher with a passion for technology and AI. Victoria shares her career journey, from being inspired by an assessor during an apprenticeship to becoming a teacher and curriculum developer. She emphasizes the importance of starting with the basics in technology and AI, such as computer science and understanding algorithms. Victoria also encourages learners to find a problem or project they're interested in and use AI to find solutions. She highlights the need to break down barriers and demystify the language of technology to make it more accessible to everyone. In this conversation, Victoria Emerson shares her insights on AI education and the future of AI in the classroom. She emphasizes the importance of hands-on experience and experimentation with AI tools, encouraging learners to start with free resources before considering paid subscriptions. Victoria also highlights the significance of being authentic and polite when interacting with AI models, as it can lead to better results. She discusses the role of grammar in AI prompting and suggests that rephrasing prompts can help achieve desired outputs. Victoria envisions a future where AI individualizes learning and teachers focus on developing soft skills. She concludes by urging listeners to embrace change, have fun with AI, and not put too much pressure on themselves. our guest Victoria is a current MSc Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence student at the University of York. A qualified Teacher and Examiner in Digital and AI qualifications, I'm here to support anyone interested in the Digital and AI learning and research for practical applications of AI in personal or professional settings. Offering an inclusive space where AI is for everyone, in the mission to bridge the digital divide.

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