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This episode features a popular panel from the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington. The panelists discuss what they've learned from various cybersecurity breaches. The panel includes experts from academic institutions and cybersecurity firms sharing insights on breach management, communication, and prevention tactics.
In this episode, Steve Hobbs, the Washington Secretary of State discusses the importance of election security in Washington at the Inch360 event in Spokane. He outlines his background and experience in cybersecurity and military intelligence, before delving into the intricate processes and measures taken to ensure election security. This episode includes topics like: voter registration, accurate counting, the significance of paper ballots, combating misinformation and cyber threats, and protecting election workers.
In this episode, Grant Erickson, CEO of Intellitech, leads a panel discussion on AI and cybersecurity at the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington. The discussion features insights from industry experts Kevin Bostigan, John Shovick, and Garrett Oaken, exploring topics from AI's role in forensics and manufacturing to the challenges of generative AI and its future impacts on society and employment.
This episode features Graham Moorhead, CEO of Pangean and adjunct professor at Gonzaga University, speaking live about the advancements and impact of AI, particularly in the context of cybersecurity. He explains the concepts of Type 1 and Type 2 AI, human modes of thought by Daniel Kahneman, and the challenges and potentials of AI in terms of safety, social engineering, and future developments.
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. On this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Peter Gregory, a keynote speaker from the conference. Peter discusses AI governance, highlighting the importance of setting clear objectives and the need for continuous oversight as organizations adopt AI technologies. He shares insights on the complexities of training AI systems correctly and the risks of removing human oversight. The conversation emphasizes the critical role of human involvement, especially in high-risk use cases, and offers practical advice for businesses looking to implement AI safely and effectively.
In this episode, host Jethro Jones is joined by Kenny Gluck. Kenny, a senior IT consultant at isOutsource, shares insights on IT consulting, common cybersecurity threats, and essential security practices for small and medium-sized businesses. The discussion also covers the importance of endpoint detection and response, email protection software, and DNS filtering.Bridging the gap from IT needs to solutionsSame things that are happening to big companies are happening to small companies.Emails - Phishing, Smishing (SMS)Social engineering attacks.Scrapers - bots and farmersFree practices that you can do as a small and medium-sized business owner. To have good security, you do have to spend. As a business owner, you should be paranoid about it! Regular software updatesCommon sense privacy and browsing habits. Core basic cybersecurity tools regardless of company size. Endpoint Detection Response - EDREmail protection software - EPSDNS Filter - redirecting all web traffic to reputational rating of web sitesMalicious links from compromised dropbox accountsVPN vs. DNS Filter. About Kenny GluckKenny Gluck is Senior IT Consultant at ISOutsource. has over a decade of experience in the technology industry. He's held technical and operational leadership roles at several IT service providers, where he's worked with clients in nearly every industry from financial services to manufacturing. He's passionate about building long term relationships with his business partners and helping them leverage technology to solve complex business challenges. He is currently an IT consultant where he gets to do the things he loves most about technology, make it work for his partners in a way that they can sleep securely knowing they have all the right security and tools. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
In this episode, Chris Sadlowski speaks live at the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington. Chris, with over 20 years of experience in the FBI, discusses the evolving landscape of cyber threats, common and emerging methods of cyberattack, and the significant risks posed by state-sponsored actors, criminal networks, and the personal impacts of cybercrime on individuals. He also touches on the importance of preparedness and effective communication in the cybersecurity realm, emphasizing the collective role in safeguarding against these threats. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Grant Erickson from Intellitech. They discuss the importance of integrating security with software development, common myths about cybersecurity, and practical advice on maintaining data security. Grant also highlights Intellitech's involvement in the community and their expertise in providing tailored software solutions. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode features a panel discussion with the Eastern Washington University's CyberCup champions, held at the Inch 360 event in Spokane, Washington. The participants share their experiences, career aspirations, insights on cybersecurity, and how they utilize modern tools like ChatGPT in their learning process. The episode also includes a detailed explanation of the NCAE Cyber Games competition and a Q&A session addressing various cybersecurity topics. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Bryant Lee from Exbabylon. They discuss the importance of managed IT services, cybersecurity risks, and how Exbabylon helps organizations of all sizes mitigate these risks We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode, features a panel discussion from the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington. The panelists discuss various trends in cybersecurity with a focus on social engineering. Key topics include the impact of human behavior on cybersecurity, the importance of continuous education and adaptation, the shift towards advanced phishing attacks, implementation of cybersecurity policies, and the emerging threats posed by technologies such as AI and deepfakes. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Tracey Edou from Cascade School District. They discuss a cybersecurity breach in Tracey's school district and the lessons learned from the experience. The conversation covers steps taken to enhance security, including the use of wet signatures for direct deposit changes, the importance of staff education, and fostering a culture where it's safe to report suspicious activities. Jethro and Tracey also highlight the importance of clear communication between technical and non-technical staff and the value of proactive measures like tabletop exercises. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode features a panel presentation by Peter Gregory from the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington, focusing on AI governance. Peter shares insights on AI governance, detailing its importance, implementation strategies, and the risks associated with AI. He emphasizes the need for proper vetting, the role of corporate culture, and the importance of continuous review and adaptation in AI governance. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Hunter Weiffenbach from WatchGuard. They discuss the importance of WatchGuard's presence at the event, their focus on SMB market simplicity, the challenges of cybersecurity education, and resources available for students and IT professionals. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, host Jethro Jones speaks with Stu Steiner from the Eastern Washington University Cybersecurity Program. They discuss the university's cyber team, their national championship win, and the importance of ethics in cybersecurity. The conversation also covers the structure of cyber competitions, training methods, and career outcomes for students involved in cybersecurity programs. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Briget Duncan from the Washington Alliance for Better Schools. They discuss the organization's role in enhancing STEM education through partnerships with industry leaders and the impact of their STEM for Good after-school programs on students in Spokane Public Schools. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Mark Neufville from Spokane Falls Community College. They discuss Mark's involvement with the conference, cyber security education for young people, and the importance of cyber awareness in the community. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones welcomes Joe Gellatly, founding partner of Medcurity. Joe discusses the importance of cybersecurity in healthcare, how Medcurity helps healthcare organizations manage and reduce data breaches, and the significance of proactive risk assessment and compliance under HIPAA. The conversation delves into the evolving nature of cybersecurity needs, practical steps for healthcare providers, and the balance between cost and security measures. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Kevin McMahan, the Assistant Secretary of State for Washington. They discuss the Washington State elections process, measures in place to ensure election security, and the role of information security in state operations.00:58 Role and Responsibilities02:10 Ensuring Election Security03:56 Logical and Accuracy Testing01:17 Civic Engagement07:35 Managing Information Security10:28 Challenges and Solutions We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Michaele Armstrong from the Evergreen Bioscience Innovation Cluster. They discuss Evergreen's mission, the importance of cybersecurity in the bioscience industry, and key efforts to bridge the gap between industry needs and solutions.01:07 Introduction of Michelle and Overview of Evergreen Biosciences03:27 Cybersecurity in Bioscience Industry06:10 Growing Talent and Internship Opportunities We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments
Creating Phone Free Spaces with YondrVital in an education setting to experience what life is like without a phoneHow you develop character through whether you're using a phone or not. How to help teachers not be phone police.Support throughout the whole processCommon complaints about schoolsResetting expectations about structuresSchool taking a constructive approach to support student growth and developmentHow to do a rollout. Classroom vs. School phone free spaces. Tier 1 support worked better, but needs more communication.Accompanied by a strong and clear policy and then following through. More and more students are open to the idea of being phone free. Kids are aware that being connected all the time may not be beneficial.Yes, you can teach, but they need to actually do. Clarity and community buy-in. Graham Dugoni is the founder and CEO of Yondr. Since starting the company in 2014,he has been a leading voice in the emerging conversation about the effects of phoneson society and mental health. Graham coined the terms “phone-free spaces” and“phone-free schools.” He is the product designer of the Yondr pouch and the HomeTray. His mission-driven mindset keeps the company focused on meaningful ways tohelp educators, artists, and organizations worldwide create distraction-freeenvironments where focus and creativity can flourish without technology. Graham is aformer professional soccer player and a graduate of Duke University. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL and MyFlexLearning. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you simplify and streamline technology, reliably meet Tier 1 standards, improve assessment performance, and more. Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.MyFlexLearning is the scheduling platform that helps middle and high schools meet the individual needs of all students. Create and manage time for flex blocks, WIN time, activity periods, RTI, counselor and teacher appointments and much more. And with a built-in accountability tool and reporting features, solve your challenges around getting kids where they need to be and understanding how flex time is spent. Make your flex time work for you. Visit myflexlearning.com/BE to learn more and receive $500 off the first year.
Graig Erenstoft, known as Officer E, is the digital safety expert for Connected Class. He has been presenting to parents and students for over 24 years and is currently a police lieutenant in Florida. In this episode, Officer E and host Ross Romano talk about: Defining digital safety for kids and its critical importance in the connected world The “Take Three for Digital Safety” video series for parents Common questions parents have about digital safety Facilitating parent-child conversations The fast-shifting digital landscape Mental health challenges from social media Tips to foster good, safe habits On Thursday, November 9 from 7-8 p.m. Eastern, Officer E will present a free webinar for parents and educators. If you'd like to attend, RSVP below:Take Three for Digital Safety: Tips for Keeping Your Child SafeRSVP Here or at https://connectedclass.com About our guestOfficer E serves as the digital safety expert for Connected Class. He hosts the series “Take Three for Digital Safety” which provides valuable resources and tips to help parents navigate the challenges presented by the latest technology and social media trends. He has been presenting to parents and students for over 24 years and is currently a police lieutenant in Florida. Prior to his law enforcement career, Officer E worked as a youth director for 12 years before making the leap into law enforcement. As a law enforcement officer, he has served as a School Resource Officer, Field Training Officer, and among other duties, as a leader in the youth Police Athletic League. He enjoys engaging with students and parents to provide them with tools and resources to make good choices and stay safe. Officer E uses his training and experience as a police officer, husband, and father of two boys to relate to the challenges parents face each day in an ever-changing world on optics such as bullying, drugs and alcohol, and technology and social media. About today's hostRoss Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies LLC. He hosts The Authority Podcast, on which he interviews leading authors from the education world and beyond to draw out their invaluable insights on leadership, culture-building, transformation, and student & educator success. Listen here: https://authoritypodcast.net Ross is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano and LinkedIn
Frederick Lane is an author, attorney, educational consultant, and lecturer based in Brooklyn, NY. He is the co-founder of The Center for Cyberethics and is a nationally-recognized expert in the areas of cybersafety, digital misconduct, personal privacy, and other topics at the intersection of law, technology, and society. Lane has appeared on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart," CNN, NBC, ABC, CBS, the BBC, and MSNBC.He has written ten books, including most recently Cybertraps for Educators 2.0 (2020), Raising Cyberethical Kids (2020), and Cybertraps for Expecting Moms & Dads (2017). He is currently working on his newest book, The Rise of the Digital Mob (Beacon Press 2022). All of his books are available on Amazon.com or through his Web sites, FrederickLane.com and Cybertraps.com.With Jethro Jones (The Transformative Principal), Lane co-hosts "The Cybertraps Podcast." He is also the publisher of "The Cybertraps Newsletter" (newsletter.cybertraps.com).Join us for this enlightening conversation about cybertraps teachers and parents should be aware of, the shrinking zone of privacy for teachers, and how we can raise good digital citizens across the globe.IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Frederick's interest in the internet, safety, and privacy began in the first grade and how his work evolved. Cybertraps for educators, teacher privacy, and professional risks that come along when engaging in online activity. The shrinking zone of privacy and the role of social media. What parents can do to raise good digital citizens, starting with modeling. Frederick's Fulbright trip to Ghana and his work there with the Child Online Africa organization. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Frederick and Cybertraps on LinkedIn and Twitter. Check out the Cybertraps website and sign up for the Cyber Traps Newsletter. Get your copy of Cybertraps for Educators 2.0. Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library. Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here. Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfFEnjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us!bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcastsWe'd love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator:www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-acceleratorMORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST:In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be. It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students. It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth. We're so grateful to our sponsor AI Coach by Edthena. AI Coach enables your teachers to go through coaching cycles based on their own needs. The virtual coach guides teachers to reflect on their teaching, set a goal, and create an action plan… all based on gathering classroom evidence. It gives support between PD days and other coaching cycles.Get a free trial for your teachers here.
Tod Johnston, a Senior Education Content Manager at Sphero, discusses how his company uses robots to teach cybersecurity concepts to middle school students. Their robotic balls help students visualize abstract cybersecurity topics like man-in-the-middle attacks. Tod explains how they developed lessons in collaboration with cybersecurity experts to give students an initial understanding of cyber threats and how to act responsibly online. Tod hopes to expand these lessons to younger students in the future. The discussion also touches on the challenges of educating both students and adults about cybersecurity given that technology is evolving rapidly and privacy policies are often difficult to understand. Sphero - Blueprint- basics of engineering Educators need to think about cybersecurity from a student's perspective, rather than a technology perspective. We should be inviting students to learn about their privacy policies to help them make better choices. Sphero programmable balls are good for teaching programmable, algorithmic skills, but it's always difficult to teach cybersecurity. An example of a man in the middle attack Can't damage other people's property Student in Miami-Dade who hacked the school district. Dr. Pauline Mosley collaborated on Sphero's curriculum The hope for the future of designing software and hardware and what they should look like. - How GDPR has ruined the webAbout Tod JohnstonTod Johnston is a Senior Education Content Manager at Sphero, leveraging over 10 years of experience in classroom settings. With a focus on classroom technology, math education, STEM, and the environment, Tod applies practical teaching expertise to positively impact technology integration in schools. He also has experience as a Learning Experience Designer – designing curriculum, presenting at conferences, and researching educational technology and math education trends. He is dedicated to transforming education through innovative approaches.
In Cybertraps 157, the APLUS Framework for adopting AI in schools is discussed. The framework emphasizes Accessibility, Privacy and Ethics, Learner-centered approach, Usability, and Sustainability. The irony of principals wanting AI to assist them while trying to prevent students from doing the same is highlighted. Examples of AI policies, including a plagiarism policy, are mentioned. The importance of viewing AI as an ecosystem rather than just a tool is emphasized. A blog post is referenced, stating that 73% of something is discussed. APLUS Framework for adopting AI A - Accessibility P - Privacy and Ethics L - Learner-centered U - Usability S - Sustainability The irony of principals asking for AI to do their jobs while simultaneously trying to find ways to prevent students from doing the same. Example 1: (I only have it in Email form) Plagiarism Policy Example 2: much betterPeninsula school district: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zM7qJbgPc01JG5d63XSLuJnRILaKdj2vvSGFqjWrrkw/edit AI is an ecosystem, not a tool. 73% of what blog post: https://world.hey.com/jason/73-of-what–80e24c13
In Cybertraps 156, the podcast discusses the potential dangers of AI-fitted teddy bears. These toys have the ability to read children personalized bedtime stories using private information they have overheard. The episode highlights a news item that warns about the privacy concerns associated with these “scary” gadgets. Harry Harrison – “I Always Do What Teddy Says” – https://www.deviantart.com/aegiandyad/art/I-Always-Do-What-Teddy-Says–259013944 Jethro's Copy from the book: https://www.dropbox.com/s/brrf8hkt3zbm2l8/I%20always%20do%20what%20Teddy%20Says.pdf?dl=0 Amazon link: https://amzn.to/44JeusZ News Item: “Beware of the AI-fitted teddy bears: ‘Scary' gadgets could read children personalised bedtime stories using private details they have overheard, leading toymaker claims” – https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article–12233551/ChatGPT-style-teddy-bears-read-bedtime-stories-toymaker-claims.html (scroll down for story)
In this episode, Jethro and Fred discuss chatbots and artificial intelligence. The episode covers the history of chatbots, including the Turing Test and the development of Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Bing, and Jasper. The potential uses and issues with chatbots are explored, including incomplete or misinformation, theft of intellectual property, inappropriate uses, and threats to various types of jobs. The episode also touches on the impact of chatbots on education and the potential for weaponization of disinformation, cybersecurity, and more emotion-targeted advertising. Beginning of Cybertraps Podcast Episode Index Writebettr.com - test out AI with your poorly written emails AILeader.info - learn about AI and how to use it to save time with 3 minute masterclasses. Today's Topic: Bot's Up, Doc? Keynote delivered at last minute for Alaska Society for Technology in Education Artificial Life and Artificial IntelligenceWhy chatbots are NOT “artificial intelligence” – yet “The Father of Chat” The Turing Test Alan Turing OBE FRS [1912–1954] – British mathematician and computer scientist Leader in development of computer and algorithmic theory At Bletchley Park, helped design a machine to crack the Enigma code 1950 – Turing devises The Turing Test: Can a computer produce answers indistinguishable from a human? The Imitation Game 1954 – Turing commits suicide Large Language Models (LLMs) ChatGPT (esp. 4) Bing Jasper embedded AI Photoshop Google Workspace incredibly rapid change Current ChatGPT Issues Incomplete Data or Misinformation Theft of Intellectual Property Inappropriate Uses Response to MSU Shooting Threat to a Various Types of Jobs Mid-to Lower-Level Tech Media / PR Professionals Customer Service Paralegals / Attorneys? Religious Leaders? Monetization A Quick Object Lesson Censorship Is a Biz-Kill China Was a Tech Leader in 2010s WeChat AliPay Beijing (CCP) Got Nervous Party Officials Took Corporate Seats Goal Was to Limit Social Influence Chinese Tech Companies Slashed Investment in Pure Research ChatGPT and Education A Flawed Resource for Students Incomplete Information Misinformation Kids Will Use Technology to Cheat Not the First Time … Several Schools Have Had Cheating Scandals NYC Blocked, then Unblocked, Access to ChatGPT Responses and Solutions Tools for Identifying Chat-Generated Content Incorporate Chat Critiques into Curricula The Revenge of the Palmer Method? Create Assessments that ChatGPT Can't Answer The Parade of Horribles Weaponization of Disinformation Cybersecurity Social Engineering Scams and Spams Manipulative Suggestions Integration with Other Technologies More Emotion-Targeted Advertising Displaced Emotional Relationships Personalized Chatbot (“Amanuensis”) Fasten Your Seat Belt. It's Going to Be a Bumpy Night.
In this episode, Fred Lane interviews Amos Guiora, a law professor at the University of Utah. The bulk of the interview centers on Professor Guiora's recently published book, "Armies of Enablers: Survivor Stories of Complicity and Betrayal in Sexual Assaults". In his book, Professor Guiora attempts to answer a difficult question:“What do sexual assault survivors expect of the enabler-bystander? In this powerful book, Amos N. Guiora shares the stories of survivors to expose how individual and institutional enablers allow predators to perpetrate their crimes through silence and other failures to act. He then proposes legal, cultural, and social measures aimed at the enabler from the survivor's perspective.” In addition to his work at the University of Utah law school, Professor Guiora has been active in S.E.S.A.M.E., the organization led by Terri Miller that is working the so-called “passing of the trash.”Frederick Lane is an author, attorney, educational consultant, and lecturer based in Brooklyn, NY. He is the co-founder of The Center for Cyberethics and is a nationally-recognized expert in the areas of cybersafety, digital misconduct, personal privacy, and other topics at the intersection of law, technology, and society. Lane has appeared on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart,” CNN, NBC, ABC, CBS, the BBC, and MSNBC.He has written ten books, including most recently Cybertraps for Educators 2.0 (2020), Raising Cyberethical Kids (2020), and Cybertraps for Expecting Moms & Dads (2017). He is currently working on his newest book, _The Rise of the Digital Mob_ (Beacon Press 2022). All of his books are available on Amazon.com or through his Web sites, FrederickLane.com and Cybertraps.com.With Jethro Jones (The Transformative Principal), Lane co-hosts “The Cybertraps Podcast.” He is also the publisher of “The Cybertraps Newsletter” (newsletter.cybertraps.com).
Update from Ghana - #2023–03–13_1100 Meeting with the Cybercrime Unit of the Ghana Police Service - #2023–03–14_1200 Visit to 5/6 classroom at Primus Hybrid School - #2023–03–19_1400 Pan-Africa webinar for parents - How can parents and carers monitor their children's online activity without infringing on their privacy? - What are the long-term effects of excessive technology use on children's mental and physical health? - How can parents and carers stay informed about new technology trends and potential risks? - What should parents and carers do if they suspect their child is being cyberbullied or harassed online? - How can parents and carers effectively communicate with their children about technology use without creating conflict or tension? - How can parents and carers address their own technology use and set a good example for their children? - What is the role of peer pressure and social media in shaping children's online behavior, and how can parents and carers help children navigate these pressures? - How can technology be used to enhance learning and development for children, and what are some best practices for incorporating technology into education? - How can parents and carers help children build healthy relationships with their devices and encourage offline activities and hobbies? - What is the role of technology companies and platforms in promoting safe and responsible technology use, and how can parents and carers hold them accountable? - The Growing Problem of Deepfakes - News Item: New York students create a deepfake video of middle school principal saying racist things “https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2023/03/14/racist-deepfakes-carmel-tiktok/” - Details - Target of the malicious attack was George Fischer Middle School - In late January or early February, multiple videos were released on Tiktok, with a male voice laid over videos of Principal John Piscitella - The voiceovers contained racist statements and threats of violence - TikTok quickly took the videos down but not before they were seen by multiple students - Carmel Central School District sent out a letter on February 13, 2023, alerting parents to the videos and saying “that three high-schoolers had “used artificial intelligence to impersonate the staff” and made them appear to make “inappropriate comments” in videos.” - The school did not describe the videos, nor did it specifically mention the racist comments or threats of violence - Simultaneous, local police closed their investigation after determining that no crime had been committed - The District defended its response to angry parents, saying that “they were trying to balance disclosing sensitive information without generating panic” - But parents accused the District of minimizing the videos - The videos raise many issues, most controversial: - Racism - Student Privacy - The Use and Abuse of Technology (particularly AI) - Threats of Gun Violence - Disciplinary action was taken against three students but District refused to say what action was taken - Analysis - Schools need to be more transparent about the nature of incidents like these - We may need to consider the cost of student privacy - These were relatively crude deepfake videos; the technology exists now to make much more convincing videos - Additional Resources - #2023–03–09 Principal appears to spew racist threats in disturbing video — but it never actually happened “https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/principal-appears-to-spew-racist-threats-in-disturbing-video-%E2%80%94-but-it-never-actually-happened/ar-AA18qImu” - #2023–03–08 High Schoolers Made a Racist Deepfake of a Principal Threatening Black Students “https://www.vice.com/en/article/7kxzk9/school-principal-deepfake-racist-video” - #2023–03–02 TikTok videos threatening Black students have Carmel parents on edge, district promising change “https://www.lohud.com/story/news/education/2023/03/02/racist-tiktok-videos-threaten-black-kids-in-carmel-ny-worry-parents/69941181007/” - Fred's presentation at ASTE about Chatbots
Fred is in Africa until April 1. Sign up for updates from Fred Interview with Awo. US State Department sponsored trip through Fullbright Specialist Program SchoolAI Fred's Presentation about ChatGPT at ASTE. Jethro's chat with Damon Hargraves RE: ChatGPT on Transformative Principal Rise of low level betting in rural areas. Ho, Ghana - Tech forum and fair for women. Statistic - In Africa, adoption of Smartphones is about 30% in high school and 10% in middle school.
When I wake up in the morningAnd the alarm gives out a warningAnd I don't think I'll ever make it on timeBy the time I grab my booksAnd I give myself a lookI'm at the corner just in time to see the bus fly byIt's alright 'coz I'm saved by the bell.Does the bell really save us? My guest today is Jethro Jones, 2017 Digital Principal of the Year, a former principal and host of Transformative Principal, Cybertraps, and My Bonus Money podcasts. He is also the author of How to be a Transformative Principal and SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves! Jethro currently consults schools and districts on redesign efforts that don't seem like another program. Jethro has worked as a principal at all K-12 levels, including a prison school, a district coach, a distance learning team lead (before the pandemic!), and an English teacher. Join me as I try on Jethro's very unique footwear.
TONY BRASUNAS, independent journalist and author of the forthcoming RED, WHITE & BLIND: The Truth About Censorship in America and the Rise of Independent Media, which aims to explore media distortion and disinformation in the U.S. as well as the upswell of independent media that has risen up to combat it. Corporate media vs independent media “How 5 Companies Control All US Media” New trends: corporate media trying to maintain control Factcheckers as part of corporate media Astroturf independent media (not actually independent) Tremendous bias from corporate media Innocent bias, Systemic bias, Nefarious bias. Operation Mockingbird - Journalists being fed info or were agents, or were public figures Impact of the internet on corporate and independent media. The New Enlightenment No intermediaries Disinformation - building up false perspectives Censorship - hiding information Origin of COVID Weapons of Mass Destruction Ambassador's daughter in Congress pretending to be a nurse. Are there bad and nefarious people in corporate media or are many people just being hoodwinked. The role of big corporations and perverse incentives. The Narrative Corporate media has the “power to deliver that narrative” Corporate media sees their biggest threat as corporate media Journalist - we're all journalists. Balanced media diet - 40 sources to give you an idea of what is really going on. Tony's Media Pyramid Watch for confirmation bias. The media narratives are the water that we swim in. How to share media effectively. Use the internet to share ideas you think are good. Science is not a set of answers, it's a way to question. Censorship is anathema to science and democracy.
This interview is from a recent conference that Fred and I attended called Professional Practices Institute. We had the chance to talk with some great people from around the country. I hope you enjoy this episode. Fitting that for our 150th episode, we would have Dr. Glenn Lipson join us on the program again. - Forming a bucket brigade instead of a single bucket - Help others know their role. - Connecting across the country. - Intervening early prevents people falling down a slippery slope - Recognize the path of many interventions. - Find a champion - Anything worthwhile you're doing should be comfortable sharing. - Guilty, Angry, Loneliness, Embarrassment. GALE forces - Empowering youth voices - Lonliness and isolation leads to perversion when people can't find ways to self-soothe.
This interview is from a recent conference that Fred and I attended called Professional Practices Institute. We had the chance to talk with some great people from around the country. I hope you enjoy this episode. Felicia Villalobos - Hawaiian Language permit - technology issues.
This interview is from a recent conference that Fred and I attended called Professional Practices Institute. We had the chance to talk with some great people from around the country. I hope you enjoy this episode. 148 Brytton Sorgenfrei & Justin Darling - 2 people for the whole state - Teaching administrators to start taking snapshots - How to investigate social media.
This interview is from a recent conference that Fred and I attended called Professional Practices Institute. We had the chance to talk with some great people from around the country. I hope you enjoy this episode. meet 6 times a year, over 100 cases each year. Different in what they can take action for. Teachers growing up with social media, using it for everything. Boundaries Virtual life vs real life
This interview is from a recent conference that Fred and I attended called Professional Practices Institute. We had the chance to talk with some great people from around the country. I hope you enjoy this episode. Terri Miller: President of SESAME - Dirty Secrets Pittsburg Post Gazette - NV criminalizing sexual acts with students over the age of consent - SESAME Act designed to prevent passing the trash - Dr. Billie-Jo Grant - board member at SESAME - ESSA bill prohibits separation agreements and confidentiality