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ShiftED Podcast #54 In Conversation with Valéry Psyché
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Valéry Psyché takes us on a fascinating journey from her physics studies in France to becoming a pioneering researcher and educator in AI education at TELUS University in Quebec. This conversation reveals the complex layers of distance learning design, where teams of experts collaborate to create engaging online learning environments that keep students motivated despite physical and temporal separation.
Behind the scenes of asynchronous online education, we discover a meticulous process involving linguistic experts, graphic designers, programmers, and rights specialists who transform simple courses into comprehensive digital experiences. Psyché shares practical engagement strategies - from expert interview videos to reflection journals and interactive activities - all carefully crafted to maintain student attention and facilitate meaningful learning without real-time instruction.
The democratization of generative AI has forced a significant educational pivot. As students increasingly leverage AI tools for assignments, institutions are developing new assessment approaches focused on personalized, experience-based learning that AI can't easily simulate. Psyché's research exemplifies this adaptation through tools like Ecopia AI, which provides structured AI guidance for teachers designing lessons, and specialized chatbots that function as learning companions rather than simple question-answering systems.
Looking ahead, Psyché envisions AI systems that adapt to individual learning needs - generating visualizations for complex concepts, creating frameworks for students with special needs, and adjusting difficulty levels based on identified misunderstandings. The ultimate challenge isn't just developing sophisticated AI tools but teaching students to use these technologies to enhance genuine learning rather than bypass it. Are you ready to embrace this educational transformation? Join the conversation about how AI is reshaping our approach to teaching and learning.
Chapters
1. ShiftED Podcast #54 In Conversation with Valéry Psyché (00:00:00)
2. Introduction to Valérie Pichet (00:00:13)
3. From Physics to AI Education (00:01:25)
4. Distance Learning vs. Classroom Teaching (00:05:01)
5. Creating Engaging Online Courses (00:09:01)
6. AI Challenges in Education (00:13:47)
7. Building AI Teaching Tools (00:18:23)
8. The Future of AI in Education (00:25:40)
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