Technology

Make:cast - The Learner's Apprentice

The Creative Potential For AI in Education

In this episode of Make:cast, Dale Dougherty is joined by Ken Kahn, author of ‘The Learner’s Apprentice: AI and the Amplification of Human Creativity,’ and Sylvia Martinez, co-author of ‘Invent to Learn.’ Ken discusses his experience in AI from his high school days to MIT’s AI Lab and his journey into integrating AI into children’s programming tools. Sylvia sheds light on the importance of empowering children with modern tools and technology. The discussion centers on creative uses of AI in education, including creating web apps and historical dialogues using chatbots, personalized learning, and the impact of AI in the classroom. This insightful conversation aims to inspire educators, parents, and students to adopt AI creatively and constructively.

Rebble Strikes Back with Nonprofit, Hackathon, and OS ambitions

Rebble Strikes Back with Nonprofit, Hackathon, and OS ambitions

Rebble, the organization dedicated to keeping Pebble smartwatches alive after the demise of the original company in 2016, celebrated their eighth year last December — significantly outlasting the original organization itself thanks to the staunch commitment of countless contributors, fans, and supporters. It may seem unlikely at first, but 2025 is perhaps shaping up to […]