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AI tools are quickly becoming unavoidable in education settings. I recently asked a high school student about it and she said "Everyone uses AI" despite the district policy against it. That disconnect is glaring. As a former school district attorney, I know that getting a nuanced policy right can be tough, but its certainly worth the investment. Rather than outright bans that will lead to underground usage, we need pragmatic policies acknowledging this new reality. A couple of key points I think deserve more discussion: 🥇 First, rather than a blanket ban, we're better off ensuring we incorporate AI responsibly into curricula and lesson plans. We should be teaching into it instead of shoving it away, which is futile and could leave students unprepared. 🥈 Second, we should work to ensure that AI enhances educational equity rather than diminishing it. There's a valid concern about AI enabling an overly simplistic "differentiation" approach that waters down or overscaffolds content. AI can be transformative for diverse learners (and their teachers) by personalizing instruction and adapting to individual needs. However, we must support educators in building skills to leverage AI to facilitate intellectual preparation - promoting lessons that prompt productive struggle and engage higher-order skills. This capability has to be paired with creating psychologically safe classroom environments. Combining AI's personalization strengths with teacher-guided development of rigorous critical thinking is essential for equitable learning. I don't have all the answers, but I am convinced that burying our heads in the sand or issuing blanket bans is the wrong approach. I've seen it happen with other exciting technology and it does not have to be the case. We need open dialogue, professional development, and guidelines around ethical AI use. What are your thoughts? It's a complex issue with no easy answers, but open discussion is crucial for getting it right and positioning all students for long-term success. #AI #EdTech #ResponsibleAI #EquitableAI #PersonalizedLearning #theabilitychalllenge #inclusionmatters https://lnkd.in/es-pZhtq

Utilizing #AI for #teaching and #learning. #Higher_education institutions need to adapt new technologies and embraces AI in education. This is the right time to be open to experiment and take risks to seek innovative ways to enhance teaching and learning. Stage 1: Our responsibility in this level to actively explores AI tools and platforms, integrates them into our teaching practices, and encourages students to engage with AI-powered #learning_experiences. Our students will be able to collaborate with developers and researchers to provide feedback and contribute to the improvement of AI technologies. Stage 2: In this stage we will use our students feedback and we will carefully evaluates AI tools, platforms, and research studies to ensure they align with specific learning goals and #pedagogical approaches in our case enhance #student_centered_learning. We will start with small-scale AI implementations, such as adaptive learning systems or intelligent tutoring, and gradually expand their use based on observed benefits. This approach will provides a solid foundation for evaluating the impact of AI in education. Stage 3 Our #academics emphasizes learner-centered approaches in the classroom and values the role of AI in supporting #personalized and #adaptive learning experiences. They prioritize student engagement, individualized feedback, and fostering a supportive learning environment. We will provide AI tools and platforms to our academics to provide personalized learning pathways, adaptive #assessments, and intelligent #feedback. Stage 4: We will consider the ethical use of AI such as data privacy, #algorithmic bias, transparency, and equity when utilizing AI. We will actively engages in discussions around AI ethics, advocates for responsible AI practices, and promotes the use of ethical frameworks in AI-enabled educational technologies. We will critically evaluate AI tools and platforms to ensure they align with principles of fairness, transparency, and privacy. This will contribute to the development of our guidelines, policies, and best practices that address the ethical challenges associated with AI technologies in teaching and learning. Those are some thoughts around #AI in #teaching_learning

An insightful read from our Australian counterparts on AI in education. My thoughts to-date: 👍🏼we are all on a learning curve 👍🏼we can’t know everything all the time 👍🏼taking steps to learn, trial, assess, and evaluate is crucial 👍🏼it’s not going away 👍🏼myths abound - some of these are assumptive and fear-based, and are being debunked 👍🏼many kids are already all over AI in some form or another 👍🏼keep the ‘human and humane’ at the centre 👍🏼there’s new ways of learning, and deeper learning can be fostered in the use of AI and GenAI. for all of us, and our young people 👍🏼don’t hang back 👍🏼where there’s anything happening connected to the internet, there’s always going to be risk, challenges, and harmful/illegal use of the same space. Educate, educate, educate. #AI #education #knowledge #humanity #safetybydesign #wellbeing

🚀 𝐀𝐈 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. According to Forbes Advisor's latest report, "Artificial Intelligence In Education," a remarkable 𝟐𝟓% of educators foresee AI playing a central role in education over the next decade. The report, released on 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑, highlights 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: 📍 𝟔𝟎% of educators have integrated AI into classrooms to enhance teaching efficiency; 📍 𝟗𝟖% of educators express the need for education on the ethical use of AI in classrooms. 𝖢𝗁𝖾𝖼𝗄 𝗈𝗎𝗍 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝖿𝗎𝗅𝗅 𝗏𝖾𝗋𝗌𝗂𝗈𝗇 𝗈𝖿 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝗋𝖾𝗉𝗈𝗋𝗍: https://lnkd.in/dnTTNDFj #AI #education #edtech #classroom #integrations

I'm honoured to be included in today’s Irish Times article on teachers who are embracing AI. There's no doubt that artificial intelligence is elevating our teaching and learning to new heights. In the article, I highlighted the critical importance of comprehensive training to unlock the full benefits of AI in educational settings. Mastery over AI’s capabilities and understanding its limitations are crucial not just for educators but also for students. It is essential to employ AI effectively and ethically, ensuring it enriches our teaching and learning environments. Bottom line … It's an exciting time to be in education. 😊 https://lnkd.in/eNH_6PsC #ai #artificialintelligence #teaching #classroom #teachingtips #teachingtools #education #learning #AIpolicy #educators #students #CANVA #socrates #Bing #Claude #Google #edchat #edchatie

AI is poised to revolutionize education, but is it all rosy? 🤔 From widening equity gaps to the lack of transparency in AI decision-making, there are valid concerns. Let's explore the potential pitfalls AND how we can mitigate them! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e8bj6WDY #AIinEducation #EdTech #FutureofLearning #DigitalDivide #EthicsinAI #DataPrivacy #EducationTechnology

Some interesting thoughts and questions about AI in Education here. Curious to read any language educators' thoughts on these questions posed by Professor Rose Luckin below specifically applied to language teaching: What's your experience with AI tools in language teaching? Have you found certain tools particularly effective? How are you addressing the challenges of implementation? Where do you see AI taking language teaching models over the next 10 years and beyond? #AIineducation #AIinlanguageteaching #edtech

In just over a year since ChatGPT’s launch, generative AI has sparked a revolution in education. From initial apprehension to enthusiastic exploration, educators are embracing AI's transformative potential. Our survey of PK-6th grade teachers in the U.S. reveals fascinating trends: 📈 Teacher Comfort Levels: Comfort with AI has nearly doubled in just one year, driven by educators' self-motivated exploration. 👩🏫 Current Integration: While optimism abounds, full integration is a work in progress, with most teachers experimenting cautiously. 💡 Tools in Action: Discover how teachers are leveraging AI for lesson planning, personalized learning, assessment, and more. From ChatGPT to adaptive learning software, the possibilities are endless! 🔍 A Call for Support: Educators crave more training and resources to unlock AI's full potential. They're eager for effective implementation strategies and tools to enhance engagement and critical thinking. 🌟 Advice from Peers: Start small, stay curious, and embrace experimentation! Peer advice underscores the transformative power of AI as a catalyst for creativity and engagement. Dive into the latest survey report on the State of AI for Teachers: https://lnkd.in/gv3q5kRS The journey towards AI integration in education is underway, fueled by educators' dedication and curiosity. With the right support, we can harness AI's capabilities to personalize learning and foster inclusivity. #AIinEducation #EdTechEvolved #TransformativeTeaching

✋ As Term 1 here in TAS the AI conversation continues. As a Department for Education, Children and Young People Teacher utilizing the depths of what AI has to offer. (+Building AI Solutions). Through the holiday break, I'd be more than willing to talk, share and answer any questions from teachers, school leaders and administrators about AI Education. Why? If we don't work to understand the dead set technology revolution happening around us within our schools, our State will be left behind. Daily, I see mainland posts of Department webinars, workshops and professional learning sessions for school leaders and teachers and could infer the gap for us is widening.

Explore the dynamic landscape of artificial intelligence in education with UNESCO's latest report, "Navigating the Promises and Perils of AI in Education." Delve into the opportunities AI presents for personalized learning and more efficient educational systems, while also addressing the ethical and privacy concerns. Gain insight into the key recommendations for harnessing AI's potential in education, making this report essential reading for educators, policymakers, and tech enthusiasts alike. #AI #Education #future #impact #Innovation #Learning #navigating #perils #promises #technology. #UNESCO