605: Navigating College Applications with AI (Part 1): How High School Teachers and Students Use Tools Like ChatGPT

In this podcast episode, Ethan interviews Jennifer Rubin, a Senior Researcher at Foundry 10, about her research on how students are using AI tools like ChatGPT in the college application process. Rubin shares key findings, including that higher-income students are more likely to use AI in their applications, and discusses the ethical concerns surrounding AI use in college essays and recommendation letters. She provides practical advice for educators and counselors on promoting AI literacy and responsible use, emphasizing that AI should be a tool for brainstorming and refinement, not a replacement for students' own voices. Rubin also touches on the evolving policies of colleges regarding AI and offers resources for students, parents, and counselors to navigate this new technology ethically and effectively.