Another possible source to add about how inaccurate LLMs are when it comes to basic math and why. Thanks to @benjaminjriley.bsky.social riley.bsky.social for sharing the other day: www.omnicalculator.com/reports/omni...

And harder for parents, and even some educators, to understand. I've had to explain the value of writing in the age of AI to many who no longer see the point. I often quote you in saying that "writing is thinking" and direct them to your book and Substack. Thank you for both resources!

The big challenge is there isn't a really great model for us to hold up as an alternative. School districts are struggling to make sense of it all. This is the best example that most of my fellow advocates are pointing to right now: districtadministration.com/opinion/ai-i...

Confusion seems to be a common theme but gaining traction among parents. Lack of understanding of how AI works limits ability to understand the risks/see through the hype of it all. The inevitably narrative is tough to counteract. I've been successful in maintaining an opt-out provision this year.

Yes. I'm one of those parents advocating for an extremely cautious approach to AI in my district and actively speaking out. I'm asking for things like opt-outs, consent requirements for student work fed in to AI assessment programs, etc. Will add "compulsory student use" to the list of things.

Though I can't take credit for that quote. It's from the incomparable Nicolas Carr. 3 minutes doesn't allow for appropriate citations :)

The webinar was fantastic. Thank you so much for taking the time!

This is amazing! I'm in the area and thought about heading down to protest myself but didn't want to be the lone "weirdo". Any idea if they will be there the rest of the conference?