We have discussed the good and bad of using AI/Chat GPT on assignments. Now let's talk ab out using it as a study tool!

Technology these days is growing leaps and bounds. The most recent large advancement came with open source AI, or Chat GPT. These days it comes in many forms, and students are learning to use it, which they should. However, as they learn to use it ethically, there are some things students need to consider which we will cover in this episode.

Most of us have had it at one time or another, and the key is to not let it impact your success or your future. This week, we will be discussing imposter syndrome (IS) and how you can learn what it is an maneuver around it to not let it destroy or negatively impact your grades or your future.

These days, AI is being used for a variety of tasks with regards to learning. I do think this can be a great benefit to students, however I also think that there are certain tasks that students should do for themselves including creating their own study guide. As we will discuss in this episode, many of the same techniques we use to learn new material are also used to create study guides. Why not make the most of your time and get a study guide out of it too?

The idea of multitasking might seem appealing when you have spent a long day focusing on a few topics for exam preparation. However, according to the science, when it comes to how we learn best, multitasking is not helpful and in fact, hinders our progress when it comes to learning.

As you are working to learn and repeat the information for class and your exams, you may want to first determine what environment works best for you. Some people say background music is a must, while other people say "Silence is golden." In today's podcast, we let the science solve this controversy which will hopefully help you determine what is best for you.

Unlike when I was a student, decades ago, the internet is a wonderful resource for learning as long as you use reliable resources. Normally .edu, .gov and resources written by the experts are reliable. In this episode, we will discuss some of the resources I have found over the years, and even a few new ones that I am excited to share with you.

As a faculty member, we see many students who are unsure of what they want in life. This is perfectly normal. As you take more classes, you will figure out what you do and don't like. Take a variety of classes, and learn about yourself and what makes you happy. Most importantly, pick a major based on what you like and then explore careers that are available to you if you have this major.