Think First: Lessons from “Against Brain Damage” by Ethan Mollick
By Paul KReflecting on Ethan Mollick’s Against Brain Damage, I explore how AI can erode critical thinking through “answer creep” and the Anchoring Effect, and why well-crafted prompts—and treating AI as a facilitator, not a crutch—are key to keeping our own thinking sharp.
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From Lessons to Code: Teaching as Backend and Frontend
By Paul KPreparing a lesson is a lot like building the backend of an app—hidden work, structure, and logic that make everything run. Delivering that lesson is like the frontend—design, clarity, and interaction that shape the user experience. Both teaching and coding remind us that success takes balance: strong foundations behind the scenes and thoughtful presentation up front.
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AI in the Classroom vs. AI in Coding: Finding the Balance
By Paul KAI is transforming both education and coding. In classrooms, it offers personalization and efficiency but risks over-reliance and loss of human connection. In coding, it speeds development and aids learning yet raises concerns about quality and job security. The key is balance—using AI to enhance, not replace, human skill.
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Daily Routines
By Paul KThe mundane and routine bring us closer to what matters
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Teaching Meets Coding
By Paul KReflections on the similarities between teaching and coding.
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