Ad Hoc Self-Directed Triangulate AI-assisted Learning
- Gavin Lottering
- Mar 14, 2024
- 2 min read
Imagine learning new things using cool tech and games, making it more fun and natural. You don't need a teacher or a strict plan; you just explore what interests you, using:
A computer with two screens
The internet, ChatGPT, Wikipedia, YouTube, and video games
Let's break it down:
"Ad hoc" means you're learning for a specific reason that interests you.
"Self-directed" means you're the boss of your learning; there's no teacher telling you what to do.
"Triangulated" means you look at the same topic from different angles, using various sources.
"AI-assisted" means tools like ChatGPT help you understand things better by organizing information.
Here's how it works: You might find a cool topic while playing a video game. For example, if you're into a game about ancient history, you might want to learn more about how people lived back then. You can play the game for a while (it's good to switch games after a certain number of hours to explore more topics), then check out YouTube videos about it. While watching, chat with ChatGPT on one screen to dive deeper into the topic. If you come across something you don't know, look it up on Wikipedia. You can keep talking to ChatGPT, ask questions, and even take little quizzes to see how much you've learned.
It's great to learn about things starting from their history, so you build up your knowledge step by step. For example, if you're curious about mining, start with how it began, not just what's happening now. You might play a game set in medieval times, then explore related topics like blacksmithing and geology. Along the way, you might even find a cool historical book on the topic.
This way of learning is awesome because it fits how we naturally like to explore and stay interested. It's not about sitting and memorizing; it's about discovering what you love in a fun and engaging way. This isn't to say traditional study isn't important—sometimes, you really need to sit down and focus, especially for complex stuff. But this method keeps you excited about learning, gives you a good overall understanding, and makes diving deeper into topics a breeze.




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