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Doomsaying is an old occupation. Artificial intelligence (AI) is a complex subject. It’s easy to fear what you don’t understand. These three truths go some way towards explaining the oversimplification and dramatisation plaguing discussions about AI. Yesterday outlets around the world were plastered with news of yet another open letter claiming AI poses an existential threat to […] … learn more→
Monthly Archives: June 2023
No, AI probably won’t kill us all – and there’s more to this fear campaign than meets the eye
Are rich people more intelligent? Here’s what the science says
From White Lotus to Succession, there’s high demand for television dramas about the super rich. The characters on these shows are typically portrayed as entitled, hollow and sad. But they aren’t necessarily depicted as unintelligent. So are rich people rich because they are smart? In the middle of a cost-of-living crisis, this question goes beyond scientific curiosity and […] … learn more→
What 3,000 Kids and Teens Taught Me About Kindness
After surveying over 3,000 students about kindness, I learned a lot about how children and teens understand and practice this quality, especially in school. The results may surprise parents and educators. Researchers have extensively studied the effects of kindness on the well-being of individuals. They found that acts of kindness such as paying something to a stranger, counting the number […] … learn more→
Tips for choosing the best Online Business Masters Degree program for you
When choosing the best online business master’s degree program, it’s important to consider various factors. This includes accreditation, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and career opportunities. The first step is to assess your needs. This involves answering the business school self-assessment checklist and taking the interactive quiz, which will help you narrow down your b-school options. Look for […] … learn more→
From whiteboard work to random groups, these simple fixes could get students thinking more in maths lessons
Australian students’ performance and engagement in mathematics is an ongoing issue. International studies show Australian students’ mean performance in maths has steadily declined since 2003. The latest Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) in 2018 showed only 10% of Australian teenagers scored in the top two levels, compared to 44% in China and 37% in Singapore. Despite attempts to […] … learn more→
Technology is radically changing sleep as we know it
From sleep trackers to wakefulness drugs, the 21st century has seen an influx of new technology that could radically alter the way we sleep. Many of these new technologies chase the dream of optimised slumber. They promise to help tailor our sleep schedules to fit around our social lives, help us sleep for longer or even […] … learn more→
To have better disagreements, change your words – here are 4 ways to make your counterpart feel heard and keep the conversation going
Your 18-year-old daughter announces she’s in love, dropping out of college and moving to Argentina. Your yoga-teaching brother refuses to get vaccinated for COVID-19 and is confident that fresh air is the best medicine. Your boss is hiring another white man for a leadership team already made up entirely of white men. At home, at […] … learn more→