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technology1 year ago

OpenAI Integrates Chatbots with Online Learning

OpenAI is exploring the integration of custom chatbots, or "GPTs," into online courses to enhance e-learning experiences. Siya Raj Purohit from OpenAI's education team discussed the potential for professors to create these GPTs, allowing students to engage with course content interactively. Despite the promising technology, skepticism remains among educators, with surveys indicating limited adoption of AI tools in classrooms. OpenAI continues to target the education sector, seeing it as a significant growth opportunity, and has launched initiatives like ChatGPT Edu to expand its presence in schools.

via TechCrunch|
#ai#chatbots#e-learning
education1 year ago

"Illinois Prepares for Solar Eclipse: Over 70 School Districts to Close"

More than 70 school districts in Illinois, including those in the path of totality, have announced closures for the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8. The Illinois State Board of Education has advised against using e-learning days for the event, and Southern Illinois University Carbondale will cancel classes for the day to host a festival celebrating the solar event. Several schools in the Midwest, including those in Indiana and Ohio, have also reported closures or switches to e-learning for the rare celestial event.

via NBC Chicago|
#e-learning#education#illinois
technology1 year ago

"Spotify Expands Learning Content with Video Courses on Music, Creativity, and Business"

Spotify is testing the waters for an online education offering of freemium video courses in the UK, produced in partnership with third parties like the BBC and Skillshare. The courses, accessible on the web and via the Spotify mobile app, cover a wide range of subjects from music production to Excel, with pricing ranging from £20 to £80 on average. The move reflects Spotify's strategy to diversify its business and increase profitability, leveraging its podcasting data to cross-promote educational content and offering tools for creators to manage and grow their earnings.

via TechCrunch|
#e-learning#online-education#spotify
weather2 years ago

"North Carolina Schools Adapt Schedules for Severe Weather"

Due to forecasts of extremely low temperatures and dangerous wind chills, several schools in North Carolina have announced e-learning days, delays, and closings. Buncombe County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay with no buses on icy roads, while Mitchell County Schools and Mayland Community College have declared e-learning days. Graham County Schools will be closed, and breakfast will be provided to students upon arrival. The extreme cold weather has prompted these measures to ensure the safety of students and prevent mechanical problems for buses.

via WYFF4 Greenville|
#delays#e-learning#extreme-cold
weather2 years ago

"Multiple Chicago-Area Schools Closed for Frigid Weather"

Dozens of schools in the Chicago area are closed or switching to e-learning on Tuesday due to frigid temperatures and wind chills of up to 35 degrees below zero. Several colleges, including Roosevelt University, are also moving to remote learning. The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill warning through Tuesday at noon, with wind chills of 25-to-40 degrees below zero possible. Even areas outside the warned region are canceling classes, and officials are warning of the dangers of frostbite in the cold.

via NBC Chicago|
#chicago#e-learning#frigid-temperatures
education2 years ago

Midlands School Closures: Latest Updates for Friday's Severe Weather

Alabama schools are making decisions about closures and remote learning due to the potential for severe weather on Friday, including tornadoes, damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain. Many schools across the state have announced closures or plans for remote learning, with some opting for e-learning days. The list of affected schools is extensive and includes both closures and virtual learning days, with updates expected as more announcements are made.

via AL.com|
#alabama#e-learning#education
education2 years ago

"School Schedule Changes Across Southeast Due to Severe Weather Forecast"

Two Lowcountry school districts, Colleton County and Orangeburg County, have announced E-learning days for Friday due to the threat of severe weather, with assignments posted online and closures of school and district buildings. Other districts, such as Charleston County and Beaufort County, have not announced schedule changes. Additionally, Charleston County Public Library branches will close at 4 p.m. on Friday due to the weather threat.

via Live 5 News WCSC|
#e-learning#education#lowcountry
education2 years ago

Navigating the Future of Work with AI: Opportunities and Challenges

The widespread adoption of generative AI has raised concerns about its impact on the job market, but Amesite Inc. is taking a proactive approach to equip the workforce to thrive in an AI-driven economy. The e-learning platform company recently launched Version 6.0 of its platform, which deploys AI capabilities powered by GPT-4, and saw 12 more universities join its major college partnership. Amesite's platform provides customized content to businesses and educational institutions, offering improved AI-assisted learning and AI-powered custom features. The company's powerful, updated platform means it should continue to be a popular choice for universities looking to provide upskilling and reskilling courses for their students.

via Benzinga|
#ai#e-learning#education
business2 years ago

"Learn from Influencers: Excel Beyond College and Get Rich"

Influencers are cashing in on the online course boom, offering courses on a range of topics from business to self-confidence. These courses, hosted on platforms like Teachable or Kajabi, can run from a few hundred bucks to thousands of dollars, and are undertaken independently. While some courses are legitimate, others have earned the industry a bad reputation, with some accused of exploiting their followers and plagiarizing content. Despite this, the online course industry continues to grow, with many influencers making a lucrative living from teaching others how to make money or improve their marketability.

via Vox.com|
#business#e-learning#education