An interview with the smartest person I know
Rachel Thomas, PhD, AI innovator, data scientist, entrepreneur, professor, & MSc Microbiology-Immunology student talks about her choice to homeschool her daughter and what she's learned along the way.
For an interview with the smartest person I know, you might not expect this interview to be so well….giggly. But doing radical experimentation in any field, especially one as intimate and politicized as education, is naturally going to involve some hilarious trial and error, confusion and surprising discoveries along the way. It’s such a treat for me to share this interview with Rachel Thomas, PhD, quite possibly the smartest person I know, who has made the bold choice to homeschool her brilliant daughter. I’ve been so honored to collaborate with her on the process of customizing her daughter’s education from the beginning.
About the Episode
In this episode of Teach Your Kids, Manisha Snoyer talks to Rachel Thomas, a renowned expert in AI, data ethics, and education. The conversation takes listeners on a captivating journey that covers the dynamic landscape of homeschooling. They dissect screen time, debunk common myths, and explore the role of technology in modern education. Rachel delves deep into her own experiences, giving parents practical insights into resources, strategies, and apps that make homeschooling a rewarding choice. The episode isn’t just about tools and resources; it's an earnest discussion about the emotional and ethical aspects of home-based learning. They touch on AI’s role in education and how it can serve rather than replace the human element. Listen in to learn how Rachel Thomas seamlessly merges data ethics and AI into the homeschooling narrative.
Rachel Thomas is a luminary in AI and machine learning, holding a PhD in mathematics from Duke University. She co-founded fast.ai, where she created the world's most renowned deep learning course, and serves as an adjunct professor at QUT. A pioneering advocate for ethical tech, Rachel founded the Center for Applied Data Ethics at the University of San Francisco. Recognized by Forbes as one of the 20 Incredible Women in AI, Rachel is a compelling keynote speaker and a steadfast champion for diversity in technology. Rachel's expertise also extends to machine learning in healthcare, addressing ethical implications. A former engineer at Uber and a multifaceted mentor, Rachel enriches her homeschooling approach with her extensive academic and professional background, readying the next generation for a fast-paced digital landscape.
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Did Rachel write a separate article on screentime or is it referring to the Venn diagram section in the "unlikely homeschooling journey" article? Couldn't find the former when I searched.
Wonderful episode.