Real Talk Episode 10: SLMs and The Future of Education

Professional Co-Editor Scot Morris kicks off this episode with the weekly “knowledge byte.” He breaks down the difference between large language models (LLMs) and small language models (SLMs). He explains the key distinction between the two, and how we can use them both to our advantage.

 

Then, Dr. Morris is joined by Howard Purcell, OD, FAAO, Diplomate, AAO, FNAP, President and CEO of the New England College of Optometry (NECO). During their conversation, Dr. Morris and Dr. Purcell talk all things AI and education.

 

Dr. Purcell breaks down how NECO is modernizing its curriculum and preparing the next generation of optometrists. The conversation also discusses how education will continue to change in the future, the benefits of customization and individualization of education, how the typical education model is adapting and more.

 

Listen to the full discussion here:

 

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