Are LLMs Influencing the Way We Think?
It’s common to describe LLMs as tools, but Emily DeJeu argues that they are actually cognitive mediators that that can shape writing and critical thinking, pushing our modes of communication toward homogeneity.
Faculty Influencer: Translating Research into Action
How do you turn complex research into compelling content? Dr. Rosalind Chow breaks down her role as a faculty influencer, exploring how public engagement, academic sponsorship, and expertise make authentic communication stand out.
Rosalind Chow joins Tepperspectives to talk about the art of social media translation, simplifying complex academic research for platforms like LinkedIn and Substack. She explains how amplifying other scholars’ work through sponsorship builds a unique professional brand while in higher education. Additionally, host Emily DeJeu and Dr. Chow explore why taste and perspective give authentic content creators a distinct edge over AI-generated material.
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Rosalind Chow’s book, The Doors You Can Open, is available from PublicAffairs
Rosalind Chow’s Substack
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