About This Episode

In this inaugural episode of the Case-spiration Podcast, I introduce the podcast as an extension of the Case-spiration newsletter, aiming to explore case writing with a focus on leveraging AI tools. I express my intent to provide a multimodal approach to consuming content, acknowledging that not everyone prefers reading. I discuss my experiences and perspectives on using AI in academia and case writing, emphasizing the potential of AI to simplify and accelerate the creation of educational materials. I also reflect on my personal journey with AI, notably how it has significantly improved my efficiency in tasks such as coding.

Key Points/Topics:

Introduction to the Podcast: I outline the purpose of the Case-spiration Podcast as a complement to the Case-spiration newsletter, focusing on case studies and AI’s role in education.

Multimodal Learning: Acknowledgment of different learning preferences and the addition of an audio component to cater to those who may not prefer reading.

Personal Experience with AI: Sharing personal anecdotes about my early experiences with AI, particularly with coding, to highlight the efficiency gains possible with AI tools.

AI in Education: Discussion on how AI can transform traditional educational structures, making case creation easier and more accessible for educators.

Future of the Podcast: Plans for the podcast’s format and distribution, emphasizing a simple, direct approach hosted on my own website rather than mainstream platforms like Spotify.

Engagement with AI: Detailed recount of my extensive interaction with AI through ChatGPT, including the creation of interactive prompts and the practical benefits realized from these interactions.

This episode sets the stage for future discussions on the integration of AI in educational practices and the potential improvements in teaching methodologies and material preparation.