Episode 48: Scaling Art Education – How Steven Bross Uses ChatGPT to Transform His Teaching

Episode Summary

In this episode, Cary welcomes Steven Bross, an experienced art educator with a dynamic background in design and teaching. Steven teaches visual communication at Central Monaco Technical High School and is developing a platform called Odd Fish, which offers specialized online coursework for design students. 

Key Takeaways

• Scalable Curriculum Creation: Steven leverages ChatGPT to streamline the creation of detailed course materials, allowing him to generate custom content quickly and serve different student learning levels.
• Empowering Students with AI Tools: Odd Fish combines Steven’s real-world design experience with AI resources, helping students learn marketable skills in areas like graphic design, video editing, and freelancing.
• AI in Education: Steven shares insights into AI’s role in modern education, from simplifying complex concepts to adapting teaching methods to suit various learning styles, making his curriculum more inclusive.

About Steven

Steven is a seasoned educator with over two decades of experience in visual communication. He started as a creative professional in the design industry before shifting to teaching, where he found a passion for mentoring students. Now, he teaches at Central Monaco Technical High School, where he focuses on building practical skills in design, visual communication, and freelancing. Through his platform Odd Fish, he aims to provide flexible, online design courses for students and teachers alike, integrating technology to inspire the next generation of creatives.