Academia's AI moment reveals a deeper truth.

A professor bans ChatGPT in class. Then uses it to create course materials. A student catches them. Requests $8,000 refund. Gets denied.

But this isn't rare.

Faculty AI adoption doubled to 40% in 2024. While students face strict AI restrictions. While research shows AI dependency reduces critical thinking. While universities claim to protect academic integrity.

Power creates privilege. Privilege creates double standards. Double standards erode trust.

Universities face a choice:

Embrace AI openly. Ban it completely. Or admit the hypocrisy.

The future of education hangs in the balance.

True or False: AI is banned from elementary schools

Answer: False

AI in education isn't following the standard adoption curve.

But here's the real equation:

Success =

Teacher Readiness × Implementation Quality

+

Student Engagement × Learning Outcomes

+

Parent Support × School Resources

Most schools focus on the technology. Few focus on the implementation. Even fewer understand the human element.

The White House knows this. That's why they're investing in comprehensive training standards. Not just tools. But transformation.

This shift will create winners and losers: Winners: Schools that integrate AI thoughtfully Losers: Those rushing without proper foundations

The next 24 months will define the next 24 years of education.

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What is it? 

An incredibly easy way to do remote interviews with both audio and video.

How I use it? 

A lot of folks use it just for recording remote interviews and podcasts—but I’ve found the quality to be surprisingly high. So much so, I also use it for remote voice-over sessions. For example, if you’re a budding podcaster and want your trailer, intro, or outro to sound professional—but don’t have a local studio or producer—you can easily hire someone to produce your voice-over using the Riverside app. You get guidance from the producer while still recording in the comfort of your home, and they record the audio files on their end and do the magic to make it sound studio quality!

The big advantage? You’re getting real-time direction from a professional—just like you would in a proper studio session—but without the hefty price tag. At $19/month, it’s a no-brainer.

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🐍💼  Weirdest prompt of the week:

“Can you write a legally binding lease agreement… between a snake and a ghost… who are subletting a haunted terrarium from a sentient cactus?”

The use wanted it formatted in proper legal jargon, with clauses like:

• Clause 7.2: “The Ghost shall not phase through the terrarium walls between midnight and 3 a.m., unless for exorcism-related emergencies.”

• Clause 12: “The Snake is entitled to one sun rock and unlimited whispering rights during full moons.”

• Clause 19 (added by the cactus): “Rent may be paid in spectral energy, venom credits, or good vibes. Late fees apply if the vibes are off.”