DL 387

Journey Into The Self

Welcome to Digitally Literate, issue #387. This week, we delve into the intersections of identity, pedagogy, and AI while reflecting on productivity philosophies.

🔖 Key Takeaways

• Generative AI: Exploring the societal impacts of generative AI and its influence on individuality and education.
• Gender Status: The deep-rooted beliefs in gender status that shape societal norms and personal identities.
• Productivity: Embracing imperfection and completion through the Cult of Done Manifesto.

📚 Recent Posts

• Navigating the “Self” in the Age of AI - Exploring individuality and subjectivity amid the generative AI revolution.
• Exploring Humanity Through a Galactic Lens - Reflecting on Adrian Tchaikovsky's Children of Time and its exploration of human nature.
• The Evolving Digital Commonplace Book - Documenting personal knowledge management systems and philosophies.

✊ Teaching and Learning the Whole Year

February marks Black History Month in the United States, commemorating the contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history. This month-long observance began as a weeklong celebration nearly a century ago. Learn more.

Decades before current debates over Black studies, Chicago public schools implemented a mandatory Black studies curriculum. This effort aimed to introduce Black and white children to the contributions of Black Americans across society. Educators must continue fighting for accurate and inclusive representations of Black history. Read more.

Explore resources from the National Museum of African American History and Culture on how art serves as a platform for social justice. Access here.

🧠 We Have to Talk About Status

The worldview divide between young men and women has grown, with young women leaning progressive and young men surprisingly conservative. This generational split, driven by gender, highlights the role of status beliefs. Investigate.

Historically, men have been seen as high status, while women have been relegated to lower status despite their societal contributions. These ingrained beliefs influence everything from economic dependency to domestic labor division. Read more.

🤖 The Human and the Machine

A recent HEPI and Kortext study reveals that generative AI has become normalized in higher education. Students are calling for clear AI policies and support to prevent a new digital divide. Dig deeper.

Educators and students need rights around AI use, including input on policies and professional development opportunities. Explore a proposed AI Bill of Rights.

Are we all "sub-postmasters," struggling with computer systems that complicate our lives? The rise of techno-admin underscores the challenge of balancing technology's promise with its pitfalls. Read more.

💡 The Cult of Done

The Cult of Done Manifesto, by Bre Pettis and Kio Stark, celebrates action over perfection. Key principles include:

1. Everything is a draft—get it done.
2. Failure counts as done.
3. Perfection is boring and keeps you from being done.

The manifesto's ethos encourages embracing imperfection to fuel creativity and productivity. Learn more.

Reflect and Engage

• What role does gender status play in shaping societal norms? Discuss in Status and Identity.
• How can educators balance AI integration with equity and autonomy? Reflect in Generative AI and Education.
• How does imperfection fuel productivity in your creative process? Explore in The Cult of Done.

🌟 Closing Reflection

You are only afraid if you are not in harmony with yourself. People are afraid because they have never owned up to themselves.
— Paul Robeson

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