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The Sound of (Grade School) Music

Fireside Chat Logs • 99 implied HN points • 21 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Music Education Parenting
  1. Attending your child's grade school concert can be a heartwarming and rewarding experience, showcasing their talents and accomplishments.
  2. Grade school concerts often feature a mix of orchestral pieces and choir performances, highlighting the joy and enthusiasm of young performers.
  3. Encouraging and supporting children's involvement in music can lead to exciting opportunities for them to explore their talents and passion.

US Innovates, China Replicates, and India ???

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 19 implied HN points • 13 Jun 24
💼 Business Innovation Funding Capital Technology Education
  1. The US is known for innovation, while China focuses on replicating those innovations. This creates a unique competitive landscape in the tech world.
  2. India's struggle with innovation is tied to a lack of funding for research. They receive much less public funding compared to other countries, especially the US.
  3. For India to improve its innovation capacity, it needs to invest more in human, physical, and financial capital. These resources are crucial for developing a strong innovative system.

Blue River school

Splattern • 59 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Lifestyle Education Travel Sports Health
  1. The local school in Blue River has only four students, and they seem happy and active, spending time outdoors and enjoying winter sports.
  2. Lee's experience with hiking shows how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to new passions and adventures.
  3. The community in Blue River values a healthy lifestyle, with a focus on outdoor activities and good nutrition for kids, like the morning smoothies with fresh ingredients.

We still know what the problem is

Science Forever • 159 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gun Control Education National Security Policy
  1. Gun violence in the United States is not primarily a mental health issue, but a result of easy access to firearms supported by politicians misinterpreting the Second Amendment.
  2. Ensuring physical safety on university campuses is crucial for fostering a conducive environment for learning and innovation.
  3. The presence of firearms on campuses and in communities poses a competitiveness disadvantage for the U.S. in the global arena and undermines progress in academic and scientific fields.

How U.S. Customs shattered Chinese female PhD students' American Dream

Pekingnology • 267 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Immigration Discrimination International relations Human Rights Education
  1. Chinese female PhD students experienced mistreatment from U.S. Customs officials during airport inspections.
  2. The students were misled into signing documents without being informed of the content or consequences.
  3. The incidents raised concerns of potential racial and gender discrimination by U.S. Customs.
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Announcing the Symposium Foundation for the Study of Liberalism

Symposium • 137 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Liberalism Free speech Institutions Partisanship Education
  1. The Symposium Foundation for the Study of Liberalism has been created to support intellectual defense of a free society.
  2. Current threats to liberalism come from corruption in established institutions on both the left and the right.
  3. New explicitly liberal institutions are needed to rebuild the case for a free society and bridge ideological divides.

From Pencils to Politics

Sam’s Newsletter • 137 implied HN points • 11 Jun 23
📖 Philosophy Politics Economics Education
  1. People and institutions should focus on error correction rather than seeking unattainable perfection.
  2. Error-correcting institutions in politics, economics, and education help guide towards stability and progress.
  3. Mistakes are inevitable, but having systems in place to correct them efficiently is key to continuous improvement.

Wuhan University professor blasts security- and selfishness-driven fragmentation, where "even basic information is not shared"

Pekingnology • 260 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Society Education Government Security
  1. Chinese society is experiencing a state of fragmentation with a silo effect causing public harm and societal degeneration.
  2. Institutions, like universities, are creating barriers and silos, leading to elitism and division from society as a whole.
  3. Government departments are becoming siloed, leading to inefficiencies, a lack of information sharing, and a decline in societal efficiency.

Cybersecurity Workforce Woes

Resilient Cyber • 1 HN point • 16 Sep 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Workforce Education Employment
  1. The cybersecurity job market is confusing, with many positions unfilled while experienced professionals struggle to find jobs. This suggests a mismatch between job demands and qualifications.
  2. Budget cuts are affecting cybersecurity staffing and resources, causing many companies to hire only to replace existing employees rather than expand. This reflects a general slowdown in budget growth for security initiatives.
  3. There are challenges for new entrants trying to break into cybersecurity jobs due to high experience requirements and a lack of practical opportunities. Many educated candidates still find it hard to secure roles, leading to frustration.

01/12/24 - We haven’t been paid in 3 months, and the teachers are still working anyways.

Moly’s Substack • 78 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics China Education Society Culture Government
  1. Some teachers in a Chinese school haven't been paid for 3 months but continue to work.
  2. A village in Guizhou, China, resisted government measures to take over their graveyard, leading to a clash with police.
  3. A workplace scandal unfolds involving a colleague's relationship with her supervisor and subsequent consequences.

The Equation That Outsmarts AI: y=mx+b

Shrek's Substack • 4 HN points • 19 Aug 24
🕹 Technology AI Machine Learning Education Mathematics Data Analysis
  1. The way you ask questions and set the model's temperature can really affect how well AI solves math problems. Clear prompts and specific instructions can help improve its accuracy.
  2. AI like GPT-4o struggles with big numbers and can make mistakes about half the time when calculating linear equations. It works better with smaller numbers.
  3. It's important to be careful when using AI for math, especially in education. Using other tools to double-check results can help avoid mistakes.

The Counterfactual's year in review, and an announcement

The Counterfactual • 79 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🔬 Science Artificial Intelligence Cognitive Science Research Methods Empirical Studies Education
  1. The Counterfactual had a successful year, growing its readership significantly after a popular post about large language models. It’s great to see how sharing knowledge can attract more people.
  2. Key posts focused on topics like construct validity and the understanding of large language models. These discussions are crucial for improving how we evaluate and understand AI technology.
  3. In 2024, the plan includes more posts and introducing paid subscriptions that allow subscribers to vote on future research projects. This will encourage community participation in exploring interesting ideas.

Can Australia Get Any Dumber?

Cosy Moments • 36 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Education Multiculturalism Arts Humanities Language
  1. Australia's universities are cutting language and humanities courses for financial reasons. This makes it harder for students to learn about different cultures.
  2. The Vice-Chancellor's past actions at other universities show a trend of prioritizing profit over education in languages and humanities. This raises concerns about the future of cultural diversity in academia.
  3. Celebrating cultural diversity while cutting language courses is hypocritical. This inconsistency highlights a broader issue of ignoring the value of diverse cultural and artistic expressions.

The Truth About Integration

Comment is Freed • 114 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Integration Education Immigration Policy Social Issues
  1. Integration challenges in the UK are being addressed successfully through education, leading to positive outcomes in academic performance and assimilation for immigrant communities.
  2. The UK stands out in Europe for immigrant students' academic success, suggesting the impact of education on integration is significant.
  3. Education plays a key role in reducing segregation over time, as seen in the increasing diversity in neighborhoods and schools, signaling progress towards greater integration.

​​Global Space and Technology Convention: highlights by Space Ambition

Space Ambition • 219 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Space Tech Innovation Collaboration Research Education
  1. The conference highlighted the growing trend of international collaboration in space, with countries teaming up to share knowledge and resources. This is a positive change, as seen in recent agreements between countries like Israel and the UAE.
  2. New research on human reproduction in space was announced, focusing on how traits like low gravity can impact pregnancy. This could be crucial for future space missions and understanding human health in space.
  3. Educational programs are being introduced to inspire the next generation of space engineers, like the STEM 2.0 program and space internships. These initiatives aim to spark interest in careers related to space technology.

Interview with AMNH President Sean Decatur

Science Forever • 119 implied HN points • 06 Jul 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Interview Museum Education Science Ethics
  1. Museums like the AMNH play a vital role in preserving collections that help us understand the biodiversity and evolutionary history of life on Earth.
  2. Ethical collecting practices are crucial in the field, with a focus on forming partnerships and collaborations to ensure clarity and responsibility in specimen collection.
  3. Informal science education at museums, such as the AMNH, provides a unique platform for inspiring curiosity, understanding the scientific process, and addressing important issues like climate change to the public.

Summer in the Kingdom

Shore Leave • 119 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Travel Food & Drink Architecture Education Social Dynamics
  1. Driving in Riyadh is chaotic and unique. It seems like everyone follows their own rules, making the roads feel like a wild game.
  2. The city has new, fancy buildings but feels incomplete and poorly managed. Many places seem to crumble, even though a lot of money has been spent.
  3. Interacting with the local culture is both surprising and complex. Despite strict traditions, there's a mix of modern influences, and young people are excited about change.

notes on camp

button mash • 117 implied HN points • 09 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Education Programming
  1. Attended ITP Camp at NYU's Brooklyn campus for a month
  2. Participated in a wide range of classes and workshops on storytelling, game-making, and coding
  3. Embraced a collaborative, open environment that led to personal growth and new creative projects

Women in Space: #EmbraceEquity

Space Ambition • 219 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
🔬 Science Space Women Technology Education STEM
  1. Women make up only about 20-22% of the space industry workforce, and only 12% of all astronauts have been women. We need to work together to change this.
  2. Successful women in space and tech inspire others to join the field. Recognizing their achievements can encourage girls to explore careers in these areas.
  3. Organizations are helping to support women in space careers, showing that having more diverse voices leads to better innovation and exploration in the industry.

Episode 105: Give Me The Child

Disaffected Newsletter • 279 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Trans issues Child welfare Public Health Social media Education
  1. Donald Trump is speaking out against transitioning kids and wants to stop institutions that he believes harm children.
  2. Some parents seem to be getting attention for abusing their kids by promoting gender transitions on social media.
  3. People are still facing job loss for refusing to wear face masks even after the pandemic has changed.

Twitter posts I'd love to talk about

Defender’s corner • 19 implied HN points • 28 May 24
🎭️ Culture Discussions Education Futurism
  1. Engaging in thought-provoking Twitter discussions can lead to fascinating real-life conversations where new perspectives are shared and learned.
  2. Understanding different perspectives and reasons behind disagreements is crucial for progress and better communication.
  3. Exploring ideas that challenge the norm can lead to insights that may be overlooked or undervalued in the present, potentially shaping the future.

The weirdo hypocrites behind the book bans

Can We Still Govern? • 160 implied HN points • 10 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education Gender identity
  1. The book banners exhibit hypocrisy by misrepresenting books, their identities, and their motives.
  2. Individual motives behind the effort to ban books vary, including sincere fears, business strategies, and media or political profile building.
  3. Many prominent figures leading book bans display questionable judgment, engage in political stunts, and lack the trustworthiness to make educational decisions.

Dear Sarah Lawrence College

Disaffected Newsletter • 419 implied HN points • 01 Sep 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education Culture Free speech Activism Ideology
  1. The author feels ashamed of their degree from Sarah Lawrence College, seeing it as linked to negative aspects of modern education. They believe the school promotes a 'woke' ideology that they find problematic.
  2. While they had a good personal experience at the college, they now see the education they received as potentially leading to a closed-minded worldview.
  3. The author emphasizes the importance of questioning authoritarian thinking and being aware of different perspectives outside their college education.

Launching: Mini Printer Pal!!!

vrk loves paper • 119 implied HN points • 01 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Software Design Development Open Source Education
  1. Mini Printer Pal is a free tool that helps you edit photos for a specific printer, making printing easier for users.
  2. The creator found joy in working solo after many years of team projects, feeling a sense of accomplishment from start to finish.
  3. Looking ahead, the creator is considering new projects, such as building a fortune-telling device or creating a stationery zine with friends.

Announcing my new podcast: The Studies Show

Science Fictions • 248 implied HN points • 25 Jul 23
🎙 Podcasts Science Health Education
  1. The podcast "The Studies Show" discusses controversial scientific topics weekly with an English/Scottish accent combo.
  2. Episodes include topics like Aspartame, Psychedelics, Breastfeeding, and Vaping, among others.
  3. Listeners can subscribe for free on the podcast's Substack page and access episodes on various platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Announcing LASEC: LLM Application Security Executive Certification

PromptArmor Blog • 100 implied HN points • 20 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Education Compliance Threat intelligence
  1. LASEC is a new certification focused on LLM application security. It aims to educate leaders on current security threats and best practices.
  2. Participants will learn about real-world threats, including a new exploit discovered by PromptArmor. They'll also dive into compliance standards and how to balance security with product development.
  3. The certification program is designed to share knowledge gained from working with top security leaders in Fortune 100 companies, making it a valuable resource for security professionals.

Boy Bird House Architecture

Bird History • 79 implied HN points • 05 Dec 23
💾 History Conservation Education Contests Children
  1. In the Progressive era, children learned to build birdhouses in school to protect birds and cultivate important life values.
  2. Building birdhouses in schools was not just about conservation, but also about nurturing a love for birds and nature in children.
  3. Birdhouse building contests were a common community event that engaged boys, taught craftsmanship, and promoted bird protection on a larger scale.

Donating money to make medical school free just make rich doctors richer; It's the worst use of philanthropic giving

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 109 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics Education
  1. Donating money to make medical school free benefits rich doctors more than those in need.
  2. Lowering rates for government-backed student loans could improve medical education finances.
  3. Creating a better pipeline for low and middle-income kids to access medical school may lead to fairer admissions.