Carl Hooker

Austin

Host at Rex Academy: Let's Talk Computer Science

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Why Experience Matters in a Post-AI World

1 month ago | hookedoninnovation.com | Carl Hooker

This week Google announced an update to their DeepMind video model called Veo 3 and some of the demos have been absolutely mind-blowing (and somewhat mind-altering). Videos that could be commercials or even part of a feature film are starting to be produced and distributed widely. They have authentic audio and even the look and feel of something that is real.
An AI Scope-and-Sequence for K12

Mar 25, 2025 | hookedoninnovation.com | Carl Hooker

We all know that AI is here to stay and will be very much a part of the our students’ future world. Educators have had a couple of years to be in the “exploratory phase” of AI but lately, the schools I’ve been working with have started to shift to something a little more long-term. Much like the proliferation of iPad apps back in the early 2010s, there was a point in time where schools started to think about appropriate topics and skills to teach students at various levels.
Generating Critical Thinking & Creativity with AI

Feb 27, 2025 | hookedoninnovation.com | Carl Hooker

For the past 2 years, I’ve been facilitating a series of AI workshops across the country. The goal of these workshops is to remove some of the fear around AI and see it’s potential if used with fidelity in the classroom. It has been eye-opening to me to see how the sentiment towards the use of AI shift over these past couple of years. One of the first questions I always ask (via poll) in a workshop is “What concerns do you have around AI?”I feel like getting this out of the way does two things.
The New Bad Words in Education

Feb 6, 2025 | hookedoninnovation.com | Carl Hooker

Warning: This post contains graphic language…just not the words you might thinkWhen I started my teaching career I was always worried that I might let a bad word slip. My parents raised me in a house hold where they tolerated some colorful language as long as I didn’t use it outside the home. Of course, the second I got to middle school I realized all bets were off as my friends taught me all of George Carlin’s famous 7 words that you can’t say on television.
Teaching Those Uniquely Human Skills in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Jan 10, 2025 | bamradionetwork.com | Rita Wirtz |Errol Smith |Debra Pierce |Carl Hooker

Carl Hooker with Travis Allen and Dr. Michelle AmentThis episode discusses the importance of shifting educational focus from mere knowledge acquisition to fostering human skills essential for thriving in an AI-driven world. The conversation highlights the Human Intelligence Movement, a nonprofit initiative aimed at ensuring students develop critical human skills.
Intention Over Attention: A Mindful Approach to Social Media in Our Lives

Nov 15, 2024 | hookedoninnovation.com | Carl Hooker

Over this past week, millions have flocked from Twitter/X to BlueSky. As I look at many of the first time posters on that platform I saw many of the same messages:“This is what Twitter used to be like”“I like the lack of algorithms here”“This feels like a less toxic space”For a variety of reasons, educators are leaving the former blue bird to join the blue butterfly and other platforms. Exactly two years ago today, I wrote this post about what happens if Twitter dies and where will people go.
Unboxing of Google's NotebookLM

Oct 29, 2024 | hookedoninnovation.com | Carl Hooker

A couple of weeks ago, I came across this video of two AI podcast hosts discovering that they are not real. It immediately brought into light the existential crisis that could unfold should AI discover that it is being manipulated by humans. However, as in many cases, the truth is a little different. These hosts of a fictitious podcast were “produced” by a human. Their background, their story, and even what they were talking about were completely fed by humans.
The Many Things We Need to Discuss Before Considering Banning Cell Phones In School

Oct 11, 2024 | bamradionetwork.com | Debra Pierce |Errol Smith |Carl Hooker

We explore the intersection of technology and education, focusing on the implications of AI and cell phone usage in schools. The focus is on the need for more real-world discussions about teaching digital literacy and responsibility to students, emphasizing the need for educators to adapt to the changing landscape of technology. Dr. Kidwai shares insights on the significance of standing up for one’s beliefs in a time of rapid change.
The Many Things We Need to Discuss Before Considering Banning Cell Phones In School

Oct 11, 2024 | bamradionetwork.com | Debra Pierce |Errol Smith |Carl Hooker

We explore the intersection of technology and education, focusing on the implications of AI and cell phone usage in schools. The focus is on the need for more real-world discussions about teaching digital literacy and responsibility to students, emphasizing the need for educators to adapt to the changing landscape of technology. Dr. Kidwai shares insights on the significance of standing up for one’s beliefs in a time of rapid change.
How to Teach With Generative AI: Weaving AI Into Any Subject

Sep 6, 2024 | bamradionetwork.com | Debra Pierce |Errol Smith |Carl Hooker

Carl Hooker with Rachelle Dene PothRochelle Dene Poth discusses her new book on teaching with AI and integrating emerging technologies in the classroom. She emphasizes the importance of educators being open-minded and creative in incorporating AI into different content areas. The conversation also touches on topics such as AR/VR, the metaverse, and the challenges of funding and access to resources.