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Are there some negative effects that we might have to be concerned with

Potentially you could integrate AI tools to enhance the "See, Think, Wonder" thinking routine, although it would somewhat change the spirit of the activity as described in the sources, which is meant to promote personal observation, interpretation, and inquiry. Here's how you might explore that:

  • AI as an Information Source: After the "See" stage, where initial observations are made, you could use AI to provide immediate information or different perspectives related to the object or topic. For instance, if observing a historical artifact, AI could offer background information or context that students might not be aware of. This could enrich the "Think" stage by providing additional material for interpretation. Keep in mind that this information is not from the source.
  • AI for Prompting Deeper Thinking: In the "Wonder" stage, if students are struggling to formulate questions, AI could suggest potential questions related to their observations and interpretations. This could help stimulate further inquiry and exploration. Keep in mind that this information is not from the source.
  • AI for Visualizations: AI could be used to generate visualizations or models based on the object or topic being explored. This could provide new perspectives and insights that might not be apparent through direct observation alone, further stimulating the "Think" and "Wonder" stages. Keep in mind that this information is not from the source.

By integrating AI in this way, you could potentially remove some of the friction or delay in accessing information and exploring different perspectives, but it’s important to balance this with the need to encourage independent thinking and inquiry. The goal would be to use AI as a tool to enhance, rather than replace, the core processes of observation, interpretation, and questioning that the "See, Think, Wonder" routine is designed to promote.