Using Chat GPT’s new native image art generator in your classroom

In the season finale of the AI Academia Podcast, I dive into ChatGPT-4o's new image-generation powers. From GANs to diffusion models and LoRAs, I trace the evolution of AI art—and then showcase how OpenAI’s tool delivers photorealism, crisp text, and creative flexibility. I wrap it with practical ways educators can use it to boost lessons, design eye-catching visuals, and empower student creators.00:00 Introduction to AI Image Generation in Education01:23 The Evolution of AI Art: From GANs to Diffusion Models03:48 Specialist Models and Their Impact on Photography06:22 The Shift in Employment and Business Applications07:08 The New Native Image Generation Model11:31 Strengths and Features of the New Model15:21 Practical Applications in the Classroom17:01 Final Thoughts and Future Directions17:35 Conclusion and Season Wrap-Up