In this podcast episode, the hosts and guest, Ryan Scheetz, discuss the impact of AI on education. They explore the potential benefits of AI, such as easier access to information and the ability to synthesize complex concepts, but also acknowledge the fear among teachers about the potential lack of learning that could occur with the use of AI. Ryan shares his experience using AI in the classroom, and Jeff and John discuss the website Futurepedia, which is an encyclopedia of all the AI tools available. They encourage listeners to learn how to use AI and use it to their advantage while also emphasizing the importance of good teaching strategies and ensuring that learning is still occurring.

**Introduction [00:00:00]**

Jeff and John introduce the podcast and its purpose.

**Guest Introduction [00:00:48]**

Ryan Scheetz, a teacher from Coldwater High School, is introduced as the guest for the episode.

**Background and Relevance of AI [00:01:50]**

Jeff explains why he invited Ryan to the podcast and how he learned about Ryan's interest in AI. Ryan talks about the impact of calculators on calculation skills and how it affects teaching.

**Teaching Basic Math Skills [00:03:46]**

Jeff and Ryan discuss the pressure to teach standards and how it affects teaching basic math skills.

**Ryan's Background and Entry into Education [00:05:19]**

Ryan talks about his background and how he got into teaching.

**Impact of AI on Education [00:06:33]**

Jeff and Ryan discuss the potential impact of AI on traditional classrooms and education as a whole.

**Impact of AI on Education [00:07:11]**

Discussion on the potential impact of AI on education, including the ability to access information and the need to find a balance between AI and traditional teaching methods.

**Switching Focus to Learning [00:08:03]**

The need to switch the focus of education from work to learning, and the potential for AI to take away some of the work.

**Teacher Reactions to AI [00:10:00]**

Initial fear and reluctance from some teachers to embrace AI in the classroom, and the need to find a balance between AI and traditional teaching methods.

**Good Teaching Strategies [00:11:32]**

The importance of good teaching strategies in combating the potential negative effects of AI, and the need to focus on the process of learning rather than just the final product.

**Exploring the Potential of AI [00:13:02]**

Discussion on the potential of AI to help with organization and creativity, and the need to embrace AI in a realistic and ethical way.

**Using AI to create performance tasks [00:15:20]**

Ryan Scheetz talks about using AI to create individual questions for students to perform tasks on soccer and music.

**The benefits of using AI in education [00:15:52]**

Jeff Bailey discusses how AI can save teachers time and effort in creating prompts and questions for teaching.

**The importance of standards in education [00:17:17]**

Jeff Bailey and Ryan Scheetz discuss the importance of standards in education and how AI can help anchor education.

**Concerns about the impact of AI on mental health [00:20:35]**

Ryan Scheetz expresses concerns about the potential impact of AI on mental health and the need to be careful in its use.

**AI Tools [00:23:10]**

Jeff introduces Future PIA, an encyclopedia of AI tools, and John shares his experience using it to improve his podcast audio quality.

**Google's Bard [00:24:30]**

John and Jeff discuss Google's new generative AI tool, Bard, and the potential of AI to bring ideas to life.

**Encouraging AI Exploration [00:25:52]**

Jeff encourages teachers and anyone interested to explore AI tools and imagine how they can change daily activities for the better.