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Tennessee's "Flag Bill" Should Be Unnecessary

Journal of Free Black Thought • 50 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Education Values Tolerance Legislation
  1. Public schools should focus on teaching tolerance rather than pushing specific ideologies onto students.
  2. In a diverse society, public schools should prioritize educating all children while respecting their beliefs and values.
  3. Public schools should teach objective truths but avoid promoting specific political or ideological agendas.

Can you dance to this?

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 05 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Dance Music Literature Art Education
  1. Dancing can enhance the experience of listening to music or audiobooks. Doing both activities together can make each one more enjoyable and engaging.
  2. Responding to difficult content through dance can help process emotions. This allows for a physical reaction while remaining attentive to the material being listened to.
  3. Incorporating music and rhythm into learning can improve memory and comprehension. Using dance or songs can make educational experiences more memorable and fun.

The Pragmatic Engineer Podcast Interview + other updates

The Caring Techie Newsletter • 6 implied HN points • 07 Nov 24
🕹 Technology Software Engineering Career Podcasts Education
  1. The host shared insights from a podcast interview about how Google operates and tips for getting promoted in big tech. It's a great resource if you're trying to grow your career in tech.
  2. They recently gave a keynote speech at a conference in Germany, discussing how to lead teams effectively even when resources are limited. Public speaking can be a powerful way to share knowledge.
  3. A yearly survey is open for subscribers to provide feedback and potentially win cash prizes. It's a fun way to help shape the content and direction of the newsletter.

Towards An Artistic Middle Class

Castalia • 139 implied HN points • 21 Nov 22
🎭️ Culture Art Society Economics Philosophy Education
  1. Art should be seen as a steady job, like any other career, instead of a do-or-die gamble. The idea is to encourage hard work over chasing fame.
  2. An artistic middle class is beginning to form, with more middle-level jobs and support for artists. This includes university programs and new ways to earn money through digital platforms.
  3. For artists to thrive together, they need to value creativity over status. They should support each other and focus on producing good work instead of competing for attention.
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How do AI security products being sold to schools really work?

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 19 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🕹 Technology AI Security Education Data Analysis
  1. School administrators are facing pressure to evaluate AI security products but may lack expert knowledge to do so.
  2. Understanding how AI models are trained, the probability threshold, and error rates are crucial when assessing AI security solutions.
  3. The high stakes of AI security decisions for schools underscore the importance of asking detailed questions about the technology being implemented.

The Present is Female

Holodoxa • 99 implied HN points • 20 Jan 23
🎭️ Culture Gender Studies Social Issues Education Literature Ideology
  1. In many ways, men have fallen from their prominent position, with concerns rising about the social and economic well-being of boys and men.
  2. There are significant disparities between men and women in education and the labor market, with girls outperforming boys in school and fewer men participating in the workforce today than in 1979.
  3. Biological and psychological differences between genders, such as differences in brain development and social behaviors, play a role in observed disparities between males and females.

Genetics can predict height, cancer risks, neuropsychiatric diseases and more — but not IQ?

Nucleus Genomics • 4 HN points • 11 Jul 24
🔬 Science Genetics Research Health Technology Education
  1. Genetics can help us understand traits like height and disease risks, but predicting intelligence (IQ) is much more complex and not fully possible yet.
  2. Current genetic models can give partial insights about how genes may influence intelligence but cannot tell you your exact IQ.
  3. As technology improves, genetic predictions for traits, including intelligence, may get better, providing more useful information about how genetics interacts with environment.

Every shooting at a school in February 2024

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 19 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
📰 News Violence Safety Education
  1. The number of school shooting incidents in February 2024 highlight the importance of addressing threats seriously and implementing effective prevention measures.
  2. Shootings in schools during February 2024 occurred at various locations, emphasizing the need for safety plans throughout the entire day, not just during classroom hours.
  3. The decreasing trend in swatting incidents in February 2024, compared to previous years, showcases the potential impact of arrests on reducing such dangerous behaviors.

Boardroom Communication Gaps on Cybersecurity

Rod’s Blog • 19 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Communication Training Education
  1. Clear communication between cybersecurity teams and executive boards is crucial for effective cybersecurity strategies and risk management.
  2. Cybersecurity teams should simplify technical language and provide real-world examples to improve communication with executive boards.
  3. Executive boards can enhance communication with cybersecurity teams by investing in education, appointing liaison officers, and actively engaging in cybersecurity policy reviews.

Kids and AI

Technically Optimistic • 39 implied HN points • 10 Nov 23
🕹 Technology AI Privacy Regulation Education Safety
  1. Protecting children from online risks should be approached both from a risk-based and a rights-based perspective.
  2. Involving children in conversations about digital spaces, educating them about AI, and designing products with child safety in mind are key steps to safeguarding their well-being in the digital world.
  3. Children's rights in the digital age, including non-discrimination, best interests, survival and development, and respect for their views, need to be prioritized in the design and regulation of technology.

Good taste

10x your mind • 39 implied HN points • 09 Nov 23
🎭️ Culture Art Philosophy Food & Drink Literature Education
  1. Having good taste and judgment is essential in an AI-driven world, as it is a skill shaped by knowledge and experience.
  2. The existence of good taste is evident in various fields like art, writing, and coding, where individuals can make better judgments than AI.
  3. Developing good taste involves staying curious, paying attention to details, challenging preferences, and learning from experts to enhance judgment.

Open Source: Another Value Proposition

Systems Approach • 117 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Open Source Software Networking Cloud Services Education
  1. Open source software is integral in today's tech marketplace and has a quantifiable value proposition in business settings.
  2. Understanding complex systems like cloud networks or 5G is enhanced by open source software, allowing for deep conceptual learning.
  3. Open source software not only provides educational value but also leads to innovation and empowerment, even though its funding can be challenging.

Challenges in Hiring and Growing Juniors in the age of LLM

Thoughts from the trenches in FAANG + Indie • 1 HN point • 26 Aug 24
🕹 Technology Software Development Artificial Intelligence Education Hiring Trends Workforce Development
  1. Junior developers are essential for long-term growth in teams, even if their immediate need seems reduced by advanced tools like LLMs. They help scale projects and ensure future success.
  2. There is a lack of qualified junior candidates entering the industry because many students are not coding enough due to reliance on LLMs. This could lead to a skills gap in the job market.
  3. Hiring practices may change, focusing more on credentials from prestigious schools or potential from promising candidates. Companies might also rely more on mid-level recruits, affecting overall team growth and culture.

What Happened to Conversation?

The Analog Family • 99 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Communication Relationships Personal Growth Society Education
  1. Conversations are important for building connections and understanding others. Yet, many people avoid deep discussions and end up staying silent instead.
  2. A lot of conversations focus on ourselves or others, but we rarely ask questions to learn about the person in front of us. Asking questions can show we care and uncover new insights.
  3. To be better at talking, we should really focus when someone is speaking and be open to different viewpoints. This can help improve not just our conversations but also our relationships.

Start the week #90

Eclecticism: Reflections on literature, writing and life • 7 implied HN points • 04 Feb 25
📚 Literature Writing Books Reviews Courses Education
  1. Writing reviews can be tricky. Sometimes it's better to mix positive and negative feedback rather than sticking to one type every time.
  2. Teaching encourages sharing and growth. It takes courage to put your work out there, but it's worth it to get better.
  3. Reflecting on your past can be rewarding. Finding your first published work reminds you of how far you've come over the years.

A Celebration of Birds

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 119 implied HN points • 10 Nov 22
🎭️ Culture Nature Animals Education Art Humor
  1. Birding can be fun and doesn't need to be perfect. You can enjoy simply sitting and observing while learning with tools like bird identification apps.
  2. Barred Owls are common in places like Seattle and they have a unique call that can be fun to recognize. Learning about their history adds to the joy of birding.
  3. Seeing different types of birds like the Pileated Woodpecker and Cedar Waxwing can be exciting. Watching them interact with their surroundings gives a new appreciation for nature.

Elixir, Education, and Beyond: A Conversation with Rickson Oliveira, Software Engineer at ateliware

Elixir & Erlang • 19 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Programming Education
  1. Rickson Oliveira, a Software Engineer at ateliware, works with technologies like Elixir, Phoenix, LiveView, and JavaScript.
  2. Rickson Oliveira was a former student of ELXPRO, an Elixir course created by Gustavo Oliveira.
  3. The podcast episode features a conversation with Rickson Oliveira about Elixir, education, and beyond.

Artifacts

box. • 79 implied HN points • 23 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Literature Media Ideas Education Philosophy
  1. Curate your content wisely to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Pick only a few really good pieces to focus on instead of trying to absorb everything.
  2. Great ideas can change the way you see the world. Take your time with them and let them really sink in before moving on.
  3. Engaging with transformative content can lead to personal growth and new perspectives. Choose pieces that challenge your thoughts and beliefs.

This Year's Best Bits

What's Important? • 11 implied HN points • 22 Dec 24
🎙 Podcasts Media Entertainment Culture Education Technology
  1. Community support is important for success. It's great to acknowledge friends and readers who help along the way.
  2. Podcasts can be deeply impactful, offering insights that challenge how we think about the world. Some shows make you feel like you’re discovering new truths.
  3. Slowing down and being thoughtful in our actions can lead to better outcomes. Taking time to reflect can improve our productivity and mental well-being.

B-Schools Show Transatlantic Divide

Surfing the Future • 19 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
💼 Business Education Sustainability
  1. FT Global MBA Rankings show a transatlantic divide in B-Schools' focus on sustainability, with EU schools topping ESG and Net Zero rankings.
  2. Wharton and Harvard Business School are top B-Schools overall but rank low in ESG and Net Zero, raising questions about the future curriculum focus.
  3. The lack of emphasis on ESG and Net Zero in top US B-Schools compared to top EU B-Schools hints at a trans-Atlantic gap in business education priorities.

Solves maths Olympiad problems, doesn’t grasp place value: What kind of intelligence is GPT-4?

Augmented • 39 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Education Assessment Intelligence Language Models
  1. GPT-4 can solve complex problems but struggles with basic math concepts.
  2. Large language models like GPT-4 excel in certain areas but show limitations in understanding.
  3. The standards used to measure intelligence need to be reevaluated based on the capabilities of AI like GPT-4.

High school students ask the toughest AI questions

Augmented • 39 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Education Ethics Privacy Future
  1. High school students are asking advanced and insightful questions about AI, reflecting a level of inquisitiveness often missing in the AI industry.
  2. Math classes should adapt to integrate AI education, embracing generative AI tools as valuable teaching resources rather than banning them.
  3. Concerns about privacy, security, and the ethical implications of AI's advancement, including potential misalignment and misinformation, highlight the need for careful regulation and transparency.

منابع آموزشی متنوع برای استفاده بهینه از هوش مصنوعی در کسب و کار

DiGiTalk Newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 29 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Education Tools Websites Social media
  1. Twitter is a great place to learn about AI, but many people struggle to find top-notch educational content there.
  2. Various tools and techniques for enhancing AI in business processes are shared on Twitter.
  3. Tips on improving interactions with ChatGPT and utilizing AI tools efficiently are available on Twitter.

🥟 Chao-Down #79 Leaked Google memo says the company "has no moat" in AI, Khan Academy launches personal AI tutor

Chaos Theory • 39 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Education Updates Research Tech news
  1. An anonymous Google memo suggests the company lacks a competitive advantage in AI compared to other tech giants.
  2. The rise of open-source AI communities has proven to produce competitive AI models against big tech firms.
  3. The value in AI lies in tapping into the global mindshare of human intelligence rather than the strength of individual models.

AGI This Decade: Reflections after attending an AI Hackathon in Silicon Valley

Alex Furmansky - Magnetic Growth • 39 implied HN points • 01 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Workforce Ethics Education
  1. Artificial general intelligence (AGI) is expected within 5-10 years.
  2. Professions involving routine tasks with clear inputs and outputs are at risk of being replaced by AI.
  3. Society will need to adapt to the changes brought on by AI, including potential shifts in job roles and the importance of skills like coding.

Skynet scenarios and real world risks

imperfect offerings • 39 implied HN points • 16 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Ethics Education Security
  1. Opportunities and risks should be treated differently; risks are harder to see and require collective action to address
  2. Education has a responsibility to develop critical users of technology to navigate the risks associated with GenAI
  3. Higher education should identify and speak up about risks specific to teaching jobs, student development, and knowledge values in relation to GenAI

🎧 Technically Optimistic Podcast: Season One

Technically Optimistic • 39 implied HN points • 04 Aug 23
🎙 Podcasts Technology AI Ethics Regulation Education
  1. The podcast episodes cover a range of topics related to AI, such as history, ethics, regulation, education, and accountability.
  2. Various experts from different fields discuss the impacts of AI on society, economy, and creativity.
  3. The podcast explores who should be accountable for managing AI and the responsibilities that come with an AI-driven future.

Links for April

Bullfish Hole • 39 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture History Society Health Psychology Education
  1. There have been historical balloon riots that turned violent when spectators attacked the balloons or balloonists.
  2. Criminals are now using AI technology to mimic voices and scam people for money, posing new challenges for security.
  3. In some regions, like Ghana, witch camps still exist where accused witches seek refuge from being lynched.

🏝️ World without Jobs, 🎭 eThots and Unfair advantages in Creator Economy, 🧑‍🎓 AI-Learning

Work3 - The Future of Work • 39 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Workforce AI Education Social media Automation
  1. Prepare for a world without jobs by exploring new work structures and possibilities.
  2. In the creator economy, unfair advantages like location can impact success.
  3. AI is revolutionizing education with personalized learning, AI-first tools, credentialing, and fact-checking.

Back to college with generative AI

imperfect offerings • 39 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
🕹 Technology AI Education Tech Integration Ethics Policy
  1. Generative AI is being integrated into various platforms and tools, such as Microsoft Office, making it more accessible to business users.
  2. Educators are facing new challenges in incorporating generative AI into teaching practices while maintaining responsible and ethical use.
  3. Resources and guidelines are available to help teachers and students navigate the use of generative AI in education, emphasizing ethical and critical considerations.