Ethical AI to Amplify Creativity and
Cultivate Human Potential
OpenAI alum and Yale writing professor Jay Dixit teaches universities how to harness AI to amplify human creativity — without outsourcing the thinking.
A New Approach to AI in Education
In education, the focus is often on policing, detecting, and preventing AI misuse. Few are teaching students how to use AI well — ethically, responsibly, not as a shortcut but as a tool to challenge and deepen thinking.
I guide people on how to use AI in ways that nurture critical thinking, support the creative process, and help us surface our best ideas — without outsourcing the curiosity, creativity, and self-expression that make us human.
Outsourcing the writing:
“Here’s my assignment. Generate a draft for me.” ❌
Outsourcing the thinking:
“Suggest a nuanced thesis statement I can use.” ❌
Socratic AI:
“Ask me tough questions to help me clarify my argument.” ✅
About Jay
Students Are Using AI to Avoid Thinking. Here’s My Solution.
Meet Jay Dixit
Jay Dixit is a leading voice in ethical AI education and the creator of the “Socratic AI” framework — a human-centered approach that reframes AI not as a shortcut to outsource thinking, but as a tool to amplify human creativity.
OpenAI Leadership
As Head of Community for Writers at OpenAI, Jay spearheaded efforts to guide writers, educators, and students on ethical AI use. His framework has been adopted by Harvard, Wharton, Babson, Simon Fraser University, and California State University.
Distinguished Writing Career
Award-winning writer and Yale professor whose work appeared in The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Harvard Business Review, and Psychology Today. Conducted George Carlin's final interview and won The Moth storytelling competition.
Educational Impact
Led AI literacy workshops at Harvard, Wharton, Columbia, and The Poynter Institute. Authored OpenAI's flagship education resources and defined key messaging presented by CEO Sam Altman.
Proven strategies that transform how institutions use AI.
Ethical AI Framework
Developed the “Socratic AI” approach that frames AI as a thinking partner, not a shortcut — preserving human creativity while amplifying our capabilities.
Measurable Impact
Trained 200+ educators and impacted 10k+ students across universities like Harvard, Columbia, and Wharton with practical AI strategies.
Award-Winning Expertise
Award-winning journalist for The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and more, bringing storytelling expertise to AI education.
Custom AI Policy Development
Helps organizations develop clear AI policies and workflows that nurture creativity while maintaining ethical standards and human-centered learning.
AI Literacy Training Programs
Learn concrete strategies for integrating AI into workflows and curricula that boost productivity while maintaining educational integrity.
Socratic AI’s 5 Principles for Students
01 Think Beyond Academic Integrity
Move past the simple “cheating vs. not cheating” binary. Academic integrity is the bare minimum — students need guidance on using AI to challenge their thinking and deepen their learning.
02 Define Your Educational Goals
College isn’t just about getting grades and credentials. It’s about developing the intellectual skills you’ll need to thrive in an uncertain future. So think about the kind of person you want to be when you graduate — and what you need to do to get there.
03 Don’t Outsource the Thinking
Use AI to challenge and deepen your thinking, not replace it. Think of AI not as a shortcut, but a thinking partner that questions, probes, and pushes you to articulate your best ideas.
04 Do the Hard Parts Yourself
Growth happens in moments of “desirable difficulty.” Don’t retreat to AI when things get hard — that’s when the learning happens.
05 Be Thoughtful About Your Choices
Used thoughtfully, ChatGPT can make you smarter. It’s all about how you use it. So make a point to use it in ways in ways that make you a stronger scholar, thinker, and writer
Services
How I Can Help Your Institution
I help educators turn AI from an academic threat into an intellectual ally — helping organizations harness AI's potential while preserving human learning and creativity.
Keynote Speaking
Engaging talks for universities, companies, and conferences that transform how people think about AI, combining stories, research, and live demos.
Faculty Development
Comprehensive training programs that help educators redesign assignments, develop AI policies, and create meaningful learning experiences in the age of AI.
Curriculum Consulting
Strategic guidance on integrating AI literacy across disciplines while maintaining academic integrity and promoting critical thinking skills.
Student Workshops
Interactive sessions that teach students the “5 Principles” framework for using AI ethically and effectively to expand their thinking and deepen their learning.
Policy Development
Help your institution craft nuanced AI policies that go beyond simple “don’t use it” rules to create guidelines that support learning.
Research Collaboration
Partner with your team on AI education research, bringing real-world expertise to academic inquiry and publication.
The “Socratic AI” Philosophy
A human-centered approach that reframes AI not as a shortcut to outsource thinking, but a sounding board and iterative thinking partner to amplify human creativity and help us surface our best ideas.
Speaking
Signature Talks
Transformative sessions that help educators and institutions navigate the AI revolution with confidence and clarity.
Keynote reframing AI as a thinking amplifier — perfect for faculty summits, ed-tech conferences, and leadership retreats.
Hands-on workshop covering prompting strategies, disclosure forms, and the Socratic AI framework for responsible AI use.
Turn memory checks into reasoning workouts and safeguard learning integrity with practical classroom strategies.
Real classroom strategies that turn AI into a springboard for critical thinking rather than a shortcut to answers.
Stories of writers and artists using AI to push imagination while keeping the creative process fundamentally human.
Practical frameworks for responsible AI use that aligns with transparency, fairness, and human values.
Custom strategies for organizations to harness AI thoughtfully — boosting productivity while fostering creativity.
Techniques like reverse interviewing and analogy generation to spark fresh ideas and innovative solutions.
Half-day introduction that demystifies AI and builds confident, skilled users across your organization.
“Jay’s approach to AI in education is transformative. He doesn’t just teach tools — he teaches thinking.”
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about AI education consulting, speaking engagements, and the Socratic AI approach to ethical technology integration.
What makes the "Socratic AI" approach different?
“Unlike approaches that use AI as a shortcut, Socratic AI frames technology as a thinking partner. Instead of asking AI to write for you, you ask it to challenge your ideas, surface blind spots, and help you think more deeply about your work.”
How can I book Jay for a speaking engagement?
Most faculty development workshops are booked 2-3 months ahead, though Jay can sometimes accommodate shorter timelines for smaller sessions. Email jay@socraticai.co with your preferred dates and he’ll respond within 24 hours.
What institutions has Jay worked with?
“Jay has delivered talks and workshops at Harvard, Columbia, Wharton, The Brown Institute for Media Innovation, California State University, and The Poynter Institute. He’s trained over 200 educators and impacted more than 10,000 students.”
How do you help universities move beyond merely banning and policing AI use?
“Jay works with universities and organizations to craft nuanced AI policies that go beyond simple restrictions. These policies provide clear guidelines for ethical use while encouraging innovation and learning.”
What's included in faculty development workshops?
“Faculty leave with 5+ AI-resistant assignment templates, a rubric for evaluating student AI use, and specific prompts they can teach students. They’ll know how to turn any essay prompt into a critical thinking challenge.”
How do you teach students to use AI without becoming dependent on it?
“Students learn the ‘5 Principles’ framework: Think beyond plagiarism, define your goals, don’t outsource thinking, do hard parts yourself, be thoughtful about choices. They practice with real assignments until ethical AI use becomes automatic.”
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Institution?
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