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Murdoc Addams 🧛🏻:ri: 🇨🇦 @[email protected] · 2026-05-18 · 17:22 UTC

@loweringthebar
I think that no one should touch AI/LLMs without some kind of training or education on how they work, what they can and can't do, considering the ethics of their use, and using them responsibly if you do decide to use them. That's why I'm making such a primer right now as part of the Techne System for Foundational Skills in the Technology and Society topic. Here are some relevant excerpts from the draft so far:

"Professional and career disasters

The pitfall: Using AI for professional work without adequate oversight, verification, or disclosure.

Why it happens: AI promises efficiency and polish. In professional contexts with tight deadlines, the temptation to let AI handle work is strong."

"Legal work: Lawyers have submitted legal briefs containing AI-generated case citations that don't exist. Courts have sanctioned lawyers for this. Hallucinated legal citations can get you disbarred."

"How to avoid it:

- Never submit AI-generated work without thorough review and verification
- Verify every factual claim, citation, statistic, and technical detail
- Understand what you're submitting—if you can't explain it or defend it, don't put your name on it
- Follow professional standards and disclosure requirements in your field
- Maintain accountability—you're responsible for everything you submit, regardless of how it was created

Your reputation is built over years and can be destroyed in moments. AI-assisted work requires the same standards as any other work bearing your name."

Hopefully the completed lesson will be ready and available sometime this week.

#Techne #OSES #AI #LLM

#techne #oses #ai #llm

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-05-13 · 01:50 UTC

**Big changes for Techne!**

First of all is mostly behind the scenes, but I have started using a program called Hugo (https://gohugo.io) for making the website, which will speed up my workflow. Not only that, but Hugo comes with themes that offer many features, including layouts that I can only dream of, built-in search function, menus, charts by code, etc. I'm really excited about it, and the whole site has a fresh new look as well. Be sure to check it out and let me know what you think!

There is also some new content as we progress towards version 0.4. Level 1, Topic 1: How to Use This Program now has an Intermediate level lesson, giving more advice on using Techne, making it easier, and making options clearer.

Science (Level 2, Topic 5) also got the Intermediate treatment (a bit out of sequence, but I was inspired), with not only more to learn about science itself, but full lessons on Chaos Theory, Evolution, and Ecology. So why these subjects then? They do all relate to many of the other topics in the program, and having a basic understanding of them does have benefits for your life too. If you want any more convincing, just check out the Why These Topics in the first lesson's introduction, or Why This Matters in each subject, just like with every topic in the program.

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#techne #oses

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-05-13 · 01:50 UTC

**Big changes for Techne!**

First of all is mostly behind the scenes, but I have started using a program called Hugo (https://gohugo.io) for making the website, which will speed up my workflow. Not only that, but Hugo comes with themes that offer many features, including layouts that I can only dream of, built-in search function, menus, charts by code, etc. I'm really excited about it, and the whole site has a fresh new look as well. Be sure to check it out and let me know what you think!

There is also some new content as we progress towards version 0.4. Level 1, Topic 1: How to Use This Program now has an Intermediate level lesson, giving more advice on using Techne, making it easier, and making options clearer.

Science (Level 2, Topic 5) also got the Intermediate treatment (a bit out of sequence, but I was inspired), with not only more to learn about science itself, but full lessons on Chaos Theory, Evolution, and Ecology. So why these subjects then? They do all relate to many of the other topics in the program, and having a basic understanding of them does have benefits for your life too. If you want any more convincing, just check out the Why These Topics in the first lesson's introduction, or Why This Matters in each subject, just like with every topic in the program.

1/2

#techne #oses

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-05-13 · 01:50 UTC

**Big changes for Techne!**

First of all is mostly behind the scenes, but I have started using a program called Hugo (https://gohugo.io) for making the website, which will speed up my workflow. Not only that, but Hugo comes with themes that offer many features, including layouts that I can only dream of, built-in search function, menus, charts by code, etc. I'm really excited about it, and the whole site has a fresh new look as well. Be sure to check it out and let me know what you think!

There is also some new content as we progress towards version 0.4. Level 1, Topic 1: How to Use This Program now has an Intermediate level lesson, giving more advice on using Techne, making it easier, and making options clearer.

Science (Level 2, Topic 5) also got the Intermediate treatment (a bit out of sequence, but I was inspired), with not only more to learn about science itself, but full lessons on Chaos Theory, Evolution, and Ecology. So why these subjects then? They do all relate to many of the other topics in the program, and having a basic understanding of them does have benefits for your life too. If you want any more convincing, just check out the Why These Topics in the first lesson's introduction, or Why This Matters in each subject, just like with every topic in the program.

1/2

#techne #oses

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-05-13 · 01:50 UTC

**Big changes for Techne!**

First of all is mostly behind the scenes, but I have started using a program called Hugo (https://gohugo.io) for making the website, which will speed up my workflow. Not only that, but Hugo comes with themes that offer many features, including layouts that I can only dream of, built-in search function, menus, charts by code, etc. I'm really excited about it, and the whole site has a fresh new look as well. Be sure to check it out and let me know what you think!

There is also some new content as we progress towards version 0.4. Level 1, Topic 1: How to Use This Program now has an Intermediate level lesson, giving more advice on using Techne, making it easier, and making options clearer.

Science (Level 2, Topic 5) also got the Intermediate treatment (a bit out of sequence, but I was inspired), with not only more to learn about science itself, but full lessons on Chaos Theory, Evolution, and Ecology. So why these subjects then? They do all relate to many of the other topics in the program, and having a basic understanding of them does have benefits for your life too. If you want any more convincing, just check out the Why These Topics in the first lesson's introduction, or Why This Matters in each subject, just like with every topic in the program.

1/2

#techne #oses

#oses #techne

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-05-13 · 01:50 UTC

**Big changes for Techne!**

First of all is mostly behind the scenes, but I have started using a program called Hugo (https://gohugo.io) for making the website, which will speed up my workflow. Not only that, but Hugo comes with themes that offer many features, including layouts that I can only dream of, built-in search function, menus, charts by code, etc. I'm really excited about it, and the whole site has a fresh new look as well. Be sure to check it out and let me know what you think!

There is also some new content as we progress towards version 0.4. Level 1, Topic 1: How to Use This Program now has an Intermediate level lesson, giving more advice on using Techne, making it easier, and making options clearer.

Science (Level 2, Topic 5) also got the Intermediate treatment (a bit out of sequence, but I was inspired), with not only more to learn about science itself, but full lessons on Chaos Theory, Evolution, and Ecology. So why these subjects then? They do all relate to many of the other topics in the program, and having a basic understanding of them does have benefits for your life too. If you want any more convincing, just check out the Why These Topics in the first lesson's introduction, or Why This Matters in each subject, just like with every topic in the program.

1/2

#techne #oses

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-16 · 20:48 UTC

One of the things I like about the Techne System is how interconnected all the topics are. I think that, like me, most people are used to how traditional schools teach subjects that are completely isolated from each other, making each one its own challenge. But in this program, every topic is related somehow to at least some of the other topics, while many are connected to most of the others.

Why does this matter? Because they support each other. Each lesson you learn enhances your understanding of others. Learning about Science helps you understand Psychology. Psychology helps you with Emotion Management. Emotion Management helps you with Critical Thinking. Critical Thinking helps you with Communication Skills. Communication Skills helps you with Community & Cooperation, which itself expands into every level 3 topic, from Systems Thinking to Social Change Strategies. And that's just the tip of the iceberg.

So the more topics you learn, the more each topic enhances your understanding of other topics, the more skilled and capable you become in anything you want to do. And each topic makes those connections clear too.

#techne #education #SelfImprovement

#techne #education #selfimprovement

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-16 · 20:48 UTC

One of the things I like about the Techne System is how interconnected all the topics are. I think that, like me, most people are used to how traditional schools teach subjects that are completely isolated from each other, making each one its own challenge. But in this program, every topic is related somehow to at least some of the other topics, while many are connected to most of the others.

Why does this matter? Because they support each other. Each lesson you learn enhances your understanding of others. Learning about Science helps you understand Psychology. Psychology helps you with Emotion Management. Emotion Management helps you with Critical Thinking. Critical Thinking helps you with Communication Skills. Communication Skills helps you with Community & Cooperation, which itself expands into every level 3 topic, from Systems Thinking to Social Change Strategies. And that's just the tip of the iceberg.

So the more topics you learn, the more each topic enhances your understanding of other topics, the more skilled and capable you become in anything you want to do. And each topic makes those connections clear too.

#techne #education #SelfImprovement

#selfimprovement #education #techne

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-13 · 20:11 UTC

Just a reminder that Techne is completely free and open to everyone! No gatekeeping, no paywall, no sign up or registration, no subscriptions, no data collection or tracking, no one checking your progress or activity, not even any cookies. No pressure, no obligations. Just the entire program right there for you to use or look at at any time you like.

And if anyone would like some way to measure their progress, comprehension and skill, there are plans in the works for such a system, completely optional and opt-in of course.

So feel free to give it a look and see what might be helpful to you.

https://techne-system.neocities.org

#techne

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-13 · 20:11 UTC

Just a reminder that Techne is completely free and open to everyone! No gatekeeping, no paywall, no sign up or registration, no subscriptions, no data collection or tracking, no one checking your progress or activity, not even any cookies. No pressure, no obligations. Just the entire program right there for you to use or look at at any time you like.

And if anyone would like some way to measure their progress, comprehension and skill, there are plans in the works for such a system, completely optional and opt-in of course.

So feel free to give it a look and see what might be helpful to you.

https://techne-system.neocities.org

#techne

Murdoc Addams 🧛🏻:ri: 🇨🇦 @[email protected] · 2026-04-13 · 19:54 UTC

I'm happy to announce that the first functional version of my OSES project is now online, ready for use by anyone!
https://techne-system.neocities.org

Remember that that this is going to be an ongoing project, always improving through feedback and contributions. If you want to keep an eye on the project's progress, or even participate in the community, you can follow this account made just for it: https://mindly.social/@hephaestus

#OSES #techne

#oses #techne

Murdoc Addams 🧛🏻:ri: 🇨🇦 @[email protected] · 2026-04-13 · 19:54 UTC

I'm happy to announce that the first functional version of my OSES project is now online, ready for use by anyone!
https://techne-system.neocities.org

Remember that that this is going to be an ongoing project, always improving through feedback and contributions. If you want to keep an eye on the project's progress, or even participate in the community, you can follow this account made just for it: https://mindly.social/@hephaestus

#OSES #techne

#oses #techne

Murdoc Addams 🧛🏻:ri: 🇨🇦 @[email protected] · 2026-04-13 · 19:54 UTC

I'm happy to announce that the first functional version of my OSES project is now online, ready for use by anyone!
https://techne-system.neocities.org

Remember that that this is going to be an ongoing project, always improving through feedback and contributions. If you want to keep an eye on the project's progress, or even participate in the community, you can follow this account made just for it: https://mindly.social/@hephaestus

#OSES #techne

#oses #techne

Murdoc Addams 🧛🏻:ri: 🇨🇦 @[email protected] · 2026-04-13 · 19:54 UTC

I'm happy to announce that the first functional version of my OSES project is now online, ready for use by anyone!
https://techne-system.neocities.org

Remember that that this is going to be an ongoing project, always improving through feedback and contributions. If you want to keep an eye on the project's progress, or even participate in the community, you can follow this account made just for it: https://mindly.social/@hephaestus

#OSES #techne

#techne #oses

Murdoc Addams 🧛🏻:ri: 🇨🇦 @[email protected] · 2026-04-13 · 19:54 UTC

I'm happy to announce that the first functional version of my OSES project is now online, ready for use by anyone!
https://techne-system.neocities.org

Remember that that this is going to be an ongoing project, always improving through feedback and contributions. If you want to keep an eye on the project's progress, or even participate in the community, you can follow this account made just for it: https://mindly.social/@hephaestus

#OSES #techne

#oses #techne

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-11 · 21:52 UTC

Announcement: Version 0.3 is complete and now available online here: https://techne-system.neocities.org 🎉
This may not sound like an impressive number, but it means that all 23 topics are now complete at the Bare Essentials level, making the program fully usable at this level. So feel free to give it a look and maybe a try. It's all free and there's no obligations whatsoever. I do however appreciate any (constructive) feedback. Let me know what you like, dislike,what works for you, what doesn't. This is meant to be an evolving system, always looking for opportunities to improve so that it works better for more people. I hope to hear from you!

#techne #education #CriticalThinking #science #SelfImprovement

#techne #education #criticalthinking #science #selfimprovement

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-11 · 21:52 UTC

Announcement: Version 0.3 is complete and now available online here: https://techne-system.neocities.org 🎉
This may not sound like an impressive number, but it means that all 23 topics are now complete at the Bare Essentials level, making the program fully usable at this level. So feel free to give it a look and maybe a try. It's all free and there's no obligations whatsoever. I do however appreciate any (constructive) feedback. Let me know what you like, dislike,what works for you, what doesn't. This is meant to be an evolving system, always looking for opportunities to improve so that it works better for more people. I hope to hear from you!

#techne #education #CriticalThinking #science #SelfImprovement

#techne #education #criticalthinking #science #selfimprovement

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-11 · 21:52 UTC

Announcement: Version 0.3 is complete and now available online here: https://techne-system.neocities.org 🎉
This may not sound like an impressive number, but it means that all 23 topics are now complete at the Bare Essentials level, making the program fully usable at this level. So feel free to give it a look and maybe a try. It's all free and there's no obligations whatsoever. I do however appreciate any (constructive) feedback. Let me know what you like, dislike,what works for you, what doesn't. This is meant to be an evolving system, always looking for opportunities to improve so that it works better for more people. I hope to hear from you!

#techne #education #CriticalThinking #science #SelfImprovement

#techne #education #criticalthinking #science #selfimprovement

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-11 · 21:52 UTC

Announcement: Version 0.3 is complete and now available online here: https://techne-system.neocities.org 🎉
This may not sound like an impressive number, but it means that all 23 topics are now complete at the Bare Essentials level, making the program fully usable at this level. So feel free to give it a look and maybe a try. It's all free and there's no obligations whatsoever. I do however appreciate any (constructive) feedback. Let me know what you like, dislike,what works for you, what doesn't. This is meant to be an evolving system, always looking for opportunities to improve so that it works better for more people. I hope to hear from you!

#techne #education #CriticalThinking #science #SelfImprovement

#selfimprovement #science #criticalthinking #education #techne

Hephaestus @[email protected] · 2026-04-11 · 21:52 UTC

Announcement: Version 0.3 is complete and now available online here: https://techne-system.neocities.org 🎉
This may not sound like an impressive number, but it means that all 23 topics are now complete at the Bare Essentials level, making the program fully usable at this level. So feel free to give it a look and maybe a try. It's all free and there's no obligations whatsoever. I do however appreciate any (constructive) feedback. Let me know what you like, dislike,what works for you, what doesn't. This is meant to be an evolving system, always looking for opportunities to improve so that it works better for more people. I hope to hear from you!

#techne #education #CriticalThinking #science #SelfImprovement

#techne #education #criticalthinking #science #selfimprovement