Artificial Intelligence is no longer a thing of future imagination, it's here shaping how we learn, teach and engage with each other.
My current AI use
Over the past couple of years, I have mainly used two AI tools, namely ChatGPT and Copilot. They have both assisted me on my educational journey and otherwise. As a student they helped with breaking complex issues into bite sized pieces that is easier to understand, and these tools are my go-to for generating practice questions when studying.
Benefits and challenges
The ease with which information is right at my fingertips is a plus, it is like my personal assistant. However, the overuse of these technologies can cripple original thinking. There is also the issue of accuracy where AI generated content can sometimes include errors, therefore one has to be very careful and double check finished work.
AI and Educational Practice
AI tools have incredible potential to support students, teachers and schools.
For students they offer a personalized point of view allowing for real-time feedback and tutoring which can be readily available.
For teachers AI can easily create lesson plans, automate tasks like grading assignments and give feedback on students' performance.
For schools AI can assist with administrative duties,
With the introduction of AI tools in education we must be prepared for the risk of bias which can unintentionally reinforce stereotypes. Data privacy is another issue that we must be concerned about – how student’s data is stored, collected and used must be secure and transparent.
Looking Ahead: The Next Five Years
I can see AI becoming so intertwined in education, so much so that students will have access to personalized platforms that fit their needs. AI-powered tools will support real-time language translation, enabling more inclusive, multilingual classrooms. Teachers will be able to step in and support students who are falling behind by using AI tools to examine learning challenges. However, there might be challenges as it relates to affordability, the gap could widen if access to AI tools is limited by one’s financial status.
My Vision: A Responsible Relationship with AI
I would like students and teachers to use AI responsibly; teachers will have to lead by example in this regard. Students should be encouraged to use AI to ask more questions, explore and experiment more. Schools have their part to play in ensuring that AI is easily accessible to all students.
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ReplyDeleteMy name is Madison, and I just wanted to say how much I loved your fresh and positive outlook on AI in education. As someone who truly believes in the potential of technology in the classroom, I couldn’t agree more with your perspective. AI is such an amazing tool the key is learning how to use it properly to support learning, creativity, and accurate information gathering. With more educators like you sharing your insights, I really hope we can help more teachers understand how to effectively integrate AI into their teaching. The more we spread this understanding, the better we can prepare both teachers and students for the future of learning.
ReplyDeleteI agree, I think A.I needs to accepted and pushed to the limits within the classroom so we can truly take advantage. I think it is too smart and too important for educators to try and keep it out of the classroom.
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