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Opinion: For teachers, revolution promised by ChatGPT isn’t new

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

Last month, Ezra Klein wrote that ChatGPT changes everything. Judging by the frequent outcries in education circles, that certainly seems the fear. As professors of education in Silicon Valley, we have found ourselves immersed within these conversations – and the attendant anxieties.But the educational revolution that ChatGPT promises, or threatens, is nothing new. AI is only the latest technology rolled out in service to a perennial effort in education: the continuous push to de-skill teaching and deprofessionalize teachers.And it’s working.Shannon Ahern, a high school math and science teacher, recently made the case that educators should embrace ChatGPT because its automating functions make the job easier. Using the chatbot to develop lesson plans, create worksheets and devise quiz questions saves tons of time and energy, Ahern writes.She is not alone. Across social media platforms, teachers have shared their excitement at AI’s potential to transform their work. The promise of tim...

Single-family house in Palo Alto sells for $3.9 million

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

957 Colonial Lane – Google Street ViewA spacious house located in the 900 block of Colonial Lane in Palo Alto has a new owner. The 2,310-square-foot property, built in 1997, was sold on April 17, 2023. The $3,911,000 purchase price works out to $1,693 per square foot. The property features four bedrooms, three baths, a garage, and two parking spaces, as well as a pool in the backyard. The unit sits on a 6,200-square-foot lot.Additional houses have recently been purchased nearby:On Celia Drive, Palo Alto, in March 2023, a 1,594-square-foot home was sold for $3,100,000, a price per square foot of $1,945. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In November 2022, a 2,735-square-foot home on Amarillo Avenue in Palo Alto sold for $5,250,000, a price per square foot of $1,920. The home has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.A 1,069-square-foot home on the 1000 block of Amarillo Avenue in Palo Alto sold in April 2023, for $2,363,000, a price per square foot of $2,210. The home has 3 bedrooms and 1 ...

Colony Credit: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — NEW YORK (AP) — BrightSpire Capital, Inc. (BRSP) on Wednesday reported a first-quarter loss of $4.1 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.The New York-based company said it had a loss of 3 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs and stock option expense, were 27 cents per share.The real estate investment trust posted revenue of $33 million in the period.Colony Credit shares have declined 13% since the beginning of the year. The stock has dropped 36% in the last 12 months._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BRSP at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BRSPSource

Sheriff tells AP the wife of man suspected of killing 5 neighbors, including a 9-year-old boy, has also been arrested

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

CLEVELAND, Texas (AP) — Sheriff tells AP the wife of man suspected of killing 5 neighbors, including a 9-year-old boy, has also been arrested.Source

Standard Motor Products: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y. (AP) — LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y. (AP) — Standard Motor Products Inc. (SMP) on Wednesday reported first-quarter net income of $11.9 million.The Long Island City, New York-based company said it had profit of 54 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted to account for discontinued operations and restructuring costs, came to 61 cents per share.The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 58 cents per share.The auto parts maker posted revenue of $328 million in the period, falling short of Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $328.6 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on SMP at https://www.zacks.com/ap/SMPSource

Graham Holdings: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Graham Holdings Co. (GHC) on Wednesday reported net income of $52.3 million in its first quarter.On a per-share basis, the Arlington, Virginia-based company said it had net income of $10.88. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were $8.36 per share.The education and media company posted revenue of $1.03 billion in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on GHC at https://www.zacks.com/ap/GHCSource

Maxar: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

WESTMINSTER, Colo. (AP) — WESTMINSTER, Colo. (AP) — Maxar Technologies Inc. (MAXR) on Wednesday reported a loss of $14 million in its first quarter.On a per-share basis, the Westminster, Colorado-based company said it had a loss of 19 cents.The satellite company posted revenue of $419 million in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on MAXR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/MAXRSource

BGC Partners: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — NEW YORK (AP) — BGC Partners Inc. (BGCP) on Wednesday reported first-quarter earnings of $19 million.The New York-based company said it had earnings of 5 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 23 cents per share.The brokerage company posted revenue of $532.9 million in the period. Its revenue net of interest expense was $532.9 million, which did not meet Street forecasts.For the current quarter ending in June, BGC Partners said it expects revenue in the range of $450 million to $500 million.The company’s shares closed at $4.44. A year ago, they were trading at $3.63._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BGCP at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BGCPSource

Former teacher arrested for alleged sexual assault on student

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (KDVR) — A former teacher at a Commerce City school was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a student.John McMillan, 40, allegedly had sexual contact with a student between Aug. 1, 2021, and May 31, 2022, while he was employed as a teacher at Landmark Academy at Reunion.According to the Commerce City Police Department, McMillan taught at Landmark Academy from 2011 to 2022 when he left for a position at Fort Lupton Middle School in the Weld Re-8 School District. He taught at Fort Lupton from August 2022 to December 2022. Castle Rock mom alleges bullying, racism in school district McMillan was arrested on the following charges:Sexual assault on a child - pattern of abuseSexual assault on a child by a position of trustAnyone with additional information on McMillan is asked to contact the Commerce City Police Department's tipline at 303-289-3626.

Medical professionals can enjoy discounts during National Nurses Week

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:51 GMT

Saturday kicks off National Nurses Week and is set to last until May 12 to celebrate all the caregivers in the nation. Nurses will be able to receive special discounts in select restaurants if they bring their medical ID’s with them.McAlister’s Deli will be giving away a free 32-ounce iced tea with a purchase of any meal for people in the medical profession. Nurses can also enjoy a 10% discount at Panda Express.Those who would like to show their appreciation for their local nurse can buy them a meal or give them a gift for the occasion.For more freebies and giveaways, click here.