The hottest Education Substack posts right now

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If I'm Wrong About AI in Education, Here's Why

Mathworlds β€’ 432 implied HN points β€’ 15 Jun 23
🚌 Education Technology
  1. AI chatbots in education may not be as effective as human tutors in achieving a two-sigma difference in learning.
  2. Students are likely to prefer classroom teachers over AI chatbots when given the choice.
  3. Changes in teacher attrition or hiring due to AI chatbots in education may not be significant in large school districts.

Asked And Answered: A New Advice Column

Original Jurisdiction β€’ 259 implied HN points β€’ 31 Jan 24
🚌 Education Legal Career development Mentorship
  1. Consider clerking after law school if you're planning to go into litigation - it's a valuable learning experience, helps build relationships, and is prestigious.
  2. If you plan to do multiple clerkships, consider clerking for different types of courts to gain varied experiences.
  3. Clerking might be less valuable if you're aiming to be a transactional lawyer, but clerking at the Delaware Court of Chancery could be more relevant to your career.

Open Thread 1

Nooceleration β€’ 216 implied HN points β€’ 02 Feb 24
🚌 Education Blogging Podcast Travel Books Languages
  1. The blog Nooceleration will be the primary venue for the author's work.
  2. The author plans to cover topics like Biosingularity, 2024 predictions, and network states.
  3. Personal goals for 2024 include developing a concept around The Biosingularity and traveling to Argentina.
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The science of reading, a sense of urgency

The Bell Ringer β€’ 119 implied HN points β€’ 12 Apr 24
🚌 Education STEM Literacy
  1. Schools need to focus on what really helps students learn. It's important to prioritize the most effective methods for teaching reading.
  2. There is a pressing need to improve education practices based on solid research. Educators should act quickly to implement what works best.
  3. Understanding how reading works can lead to better teaching strategies. This knowledge can help create a better learning environment for all students.

Thinking for Ourselves: The Good Life and the Art of Critical Thinking

Humanities in Revolt β€’ 359 implied HN points β€’ 10 Nov 23
🚌 Education Critical Thinking Wisdom
  1. Living a good life involves more than just acquiring material possessions; it requires good thinking and the practice of critical thinking
  2. Critical thinking is a skill that requires intentional development through practice, study, and conscious effort
  3. Critical thinking goes beyond intelligence and involves ethical considerations, reasoning, and striving for wisdom rather than just seeking knowledge

University administrators have forgotten what leadership is

The Recovering Academic β€’ 415 implied HN points β€’ 13 Oct 23
🚌 Education Leadership Faculty Administration Higher Ed University
  1. University administrators are being criticized for forgetting what true leadership entails, especially in the field of academia.
  2. Leaders in higher education should prioritize trust, respect, and shared risk with faculty and staff for effective leadership.
  3. Lessons from military history, like trusting and respecting subordinates, can offer valuable insights into effective leadership practices in academia.

Maths until 18

Logging the World β€’ 418 implied HN points β€’ 15 Aug 23
🚌 Education Mathematics Teaching Curriculum Digital Literacy
  1. The proposal for compulsory math education until age 18 in the UK received mixed reactions, highlighting the importance of making math appealing and accessible to a wide audience.
  2. Implementing math education until 18 requires consideration of factors like shortage of math teachers and effective delivery methods such as leveraging online resources.
  3. Math education should cover areas such as practical number skills, understanding uncertainty and randomness, and exploring connections between math and other subjects like art and music.

The structure of #DiedSuddenly

The End(s) of Argument β€’ 99 implied HN points β€’ 28 Apr 24
🚌 Education Analysis Evidence Critical Thinking
  1. Arguments on Twitter hashtags are part of ongoing debates that involve presenting evidence over time to strengthen a case.
  2. Building an argument involves linking grounds, examples, and backing to support a central claim.
  3. Examining the structure of an online argument can reveal weaknesses in the evidence presented and help move beyond misinformation.

#96: How to learn anything fast in a data-abundant world

Many One Percents β€’ 412 implied HN points β€’ 09 Apr 23
🚌 Education Learning methods Podcasts Blogging Connection
  1. To learn fast in a data-abundant world, focus on reading landmark books to understand industry-changing concepts.
  2. After grasping the basics, delve into nuances by listening to podcasts where practitioners discuss topics in depth.
  3. Knowledge is like a territory, with basics as the mainland and nuances as the defining borders.

Intro to Economic Life 1: Creatures on a Planet

Altered States of Monetary Consciousness β€’ 410 implied HN points β€’ 22 Feb 24
🚌 Education Economics Philosophy History Environment Political
  1. The economy is not separate from the planet, but rather a part of it, with everything deriving from the ecological systems of Earth. This interconnectedness should be a foundational element of economic analysis.
  2. Products we see as separate entities are actually collections of human labor and resources from the planet, with objects being made up of multiple acts of labor combined with natural elements like sunlight, air, water, and food.
  3. The illusion of separation in the economy can hide exploitative practices and hinder our ability to make informed decisions, leading to disconnection, confusion, and alienation. Understanding these interconnected processes is crucial to developing a holistic view of the economy.

The Art of Teaching

Opaque Hourglass β€’ 339 implied HN points β€’ 12 Nov 23
🚌 Education Teaching Learning
  1. Observing students' behavior can reveal their engagement and understanding in the classroom.
  2. Teaching should focus on empowering students with critical thinking skills rather than imposing one's own views.
  3. Effective teaching involves a delicate balance of authenticity, imagination, and adaptability to maximize student learning.

Edu-Snippets

The Science of Learning β€’ 279 implied HN points β€’ 11 Dec 23
🚌 Education Learning Strategies Cognitive Psychology Educational Technology
  1. Using human-like gestures and pointing when teaching online can help students learn better. It's more effective than just making eye contact with the learners.
  2. Asking questions before a lesson, known as prequestioning, can boost learning. It prepares students to focus on important information during the lesson.
  3. Teaching methods should balance engaging methods, like visuals or animations, with clear guidance on what to focus on in the material for better understanding.

The RCT Agenda

Bet On It β€’ 352 implied HN points β€’ 11 Mar 24
🚌 Education Economics Research Science Academia
  1. The book highlights how the randomistas in economics might have a political agenda of serving government rather than challenging it, focusing on randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
  2. Many economists focus on RCTs to measure causal effects of variables, emphasizing laboratory, field, and natural experiments in research, with randomization as the core of experimentation.
  3. Randomistas often avoid engaging in the debate of free markets vs. government, favoring government-centered policies in their research strategies, leading to limited exploration of free-market economics.

The Update

The Discourse Lounge β€’ 987 implied HN points β€’ 06 Jun 23
🚌 Education Higher Ed Writing
  1. The author is finishing university and will soon graduate with a bachelor's in Computer Science.
  2. There will be a shift to weekly publication of 1-2 articles after graduation, focusing on housing, transit, and census data updates.
  3. Exclusive content will be available for subscribers, so it's a good time to subscribe for those interested.

The Class Where All Students Won a Nobel Prize: Or Factchecking 101

FutureIQ β€’ 2 implied HN points β€’ 26 May 25
🚌 Education AI literacy Critical Thinking Storytelling
  1. Fact-checking is becoming more important, especially with the rise of AI and misinformation. It's a skill that everyone should work on developing.
  2. Stories about historical figures can sometimes be exaggerated, so it's important to verify claims before believing them. Always look for reliable sources when you hear something that sounds too good to be true.
  3. Historians face challenges sorting through conflicting information from the past. Even recent events can lead to differing accounts, showing how tricky it can be to get to the truth.

How We Set Math Class up to Fail

Mathworlds β€’ 373 implied HN points β€’ 26 May 23
🚌 Education Mathematics Teaching Learning Abstract
  1. Math class often focuses on moving students towards abstract concepts, neglecting the value of concrete understanding.
  2. Teachers who can help students transition between concrete and abstract knowledge effectively engage students in math.
  3. Including both concrete and abstract elements in math problems can make learning more engaging and effective.

The Big Announcement Post

Philosophy for the People w/Ben Burgis β€’ 659 implied HN points β€’ 27 Dec 22
🚌 Education Philosophy
  1. Ben Burgis is starting a philosophy Substack and is excited to share philosophical content with his audience on a regular basis.
  2. He aims to continue his political writing while also incorporating more popular-level philosophy content into his work.
  3. The Substack, named 'Philosophy for the People,' will offer free essays initially, with an option to support and access all content later.

Risks to knowledge economies

imperfect offerings β€’ 219 implied HN points β€’ 10 Jan 24
🚌 Education Online Learning Academic writing
  1. Risks to knowledge economies are being highlighted in relation to generative AI and its potential impact on universities and academic practices.
  2. The use of generative AI platforms can lead to inequalities in knowledge production and amplification of existing biases and disparities.
  3. Open knowledge projects like Wikipedia are facing challenges from generative AI, with potential impact on diversity and community-driven content creation.

✍️ Journalism Awards, Events, Fellowships and Trainings ✍️ β€” January 12

Inside The Newsroom β€’ 216 implied HN points β€’ 12 Jan 24
🚌 Education Awards Fellowships Events Training Webinar
  1. The post highlights various journalism awards, events, fellowships, and trainings available, including details on the programs, deadlines, and organizations offering them.
  2. There is a focus on opportunities for journalists to improve their skills, such as through leadership training, investigative reporting fellowships, and workshops on topics like newsroom safety and campaign finance reporting.
  3. Employers and recruiters can access promotion opportunities for job openings, while journalists can earn free paid subscriptions through a referral program.

Deconstructing the Hegemony; Reconstructing the Pluriverse β€” II

Pluriversal Planet β€’ 216 implied HN points β€’ 06 Jan 24
🚌 Education Colonialism Hegemony Philanthropy Propaganda Global South
  1. Participatory democracy is a myth in a world dominated by Eurocentric and profit-centered ideologies.
  2. Hegemony and regeneration are conflicting philosophies, with efforts towards a pluriversal world being hindered by hidden hegemonic tactics.
  3. Tools of hegemony include philanthropy, propaganda, and education, which perpetuate control, maintain the status quo, and limit diverse perspectives.

#97: KhΓ΄ng thỏa hiệp

Many One Percents β€’ 353 implied HN points β€’ 16 Apr 23
🚌 Education Writing Blogging Communication Self-Improvement Online Courses
  1. Make decisions for your health based on personal needs, like supplementing with vitamins and taking cold showers.
  2. Engage in deeper conversations using tools like '36 questions in love' to connect with others on a more meaningful level.
  3. Consider joining courses or workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge, like a 30-day blogging course to improve writing habits.

Nice story in the new College Access Rankings

Science Forever β€’ 338 implied HN points β€’ 09 Sep 23
🚌 Education Access Diversity Admissions Standardized tests
  1. Washington University in St. Louis made impressive strides in increasing economic and racial diversity through strategic financial aid policies and initiatives.
  2. Efforts to attract low-income, Black, and Hispanic students did not compromise academic standards, challenging stereotypes about test scores and student demographics.
  3. Progressive financial aid policies, like need-blind admissions and a no-loan policy, have significantly improved access to quality education, setting a positive example for other institutions.

Steve Levitt on the academic career path

In My Tribe β€’ 501 implied HN points β€’ 17 Mar 24
🚌 Education
  1. In academia, technical skills and techniques are highly valued, sometimes overshadowing the importance of addressing significant questions and providing practical solutions.
  2. Many academics feel discouraged when their research doesn't have a lasting impact or is not widely read, even top professionals like Steve Levitt have faced this.
  3. There's concern in the academic economics field that the focus on technicality and inward complexity might lead to a decline in stature, similar to what happened with disciplines like anthropology or sociology.

#99: NαΊΏu bαΊ‘n Δ‘Γ£ mαΊ₯t cΓ΄ng lΖ°u trα»― kiαΊΏn thα»©c thΓ¬ Δ‘Γ’y lΓ  cΓ‘ch để nhα»› chΓΊng

Many One Percents β€’ 334 implied HN points β€’ 07 May 23
🚌 Education Learning Techniques Knowledge Management Self-Improvement Personal Development
  1. Don't just save knowledge, use it!
  2. Beware of information overload and becoming a 'saver' instead of a 'learner'.
  3. Find a balance between storing existing knowledge and seeking new information.