Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on Education by Susan Inniss

Personalised and Adaptive Learning

susanninniss — 2023-11-04 13:02:46 UTC

Identify each learner's strengths and weaknesses and learning preferences.
Learners learn at their own pace.
Educational content tailored to students' needs and interest.

Tools for Administrative Purposes

susanninniss — 2023-11-04 13:46:49 UTC

Used as a resource to help with research.
Create instructional and lesson plans.
Prepare assignments e.g. tests and quizzes.

Challenges and Concerns

measheleconnell — 2023-11-04 17:49:18 UTC

Along with the benefits of AI, come challenges and concerns.

Digital Divide

measheleconnell — 2023-11-04 17:53:54 UTC

This is the separation between those with access to technology, the internet and training and those who do not have these privileges for whatever reason (socio-economic status, geographic location, age and race/ethnicity).

https://www.ncbroadband.gov/digital-divide/what-digital-divide

This is a major factor that hinders technology integration in education across schools in Barbados.

Real Time Feedback

karenfwilliams — 2023-11-05 23:00:02 UTC

Other AI tools such as Live Worksheets, Teacher- Made, Quizlet, Turnitin, Mika Software can provide instant real time feedback on students progress.

Improved accessibility

annastaciajbranch — 2023-11-05 23:20:34 UTC

With smart data gathering, custom tasks, and personalized schedules, the boundaries between students, teachers, and educational administrators can be bridged with the help of AI technologies.
Barriers based on physical location, language, and money can be overcome as we move closer to 24/7 access to all.

Engagement

annastaciajbranch — 2023-11-05 23:25:52 UTC

Multimedia elements such as AR (Augmented Reality) and VR (Virtual Reality) bring learning to life.

Interactive and immersive learning environment, keeping students motivated and actively participating.

Improved Communication and Collaboration

susanninniss — 2023-11-05 23:46:08 UTC

Seamless Communication and collaboration between people and processes.
Offer real time translation and transcription for language communication difficulties and visual, hearing or speech impairment.

What is Artificial Intelligence?

annastaciajbranch — 2023-11-05 23:47:36 UTC

Classroom AI

annastaciajbranch — 2023-11-05 23:56:26 UTC

AI technologies and tools increase teachers’ efficiency and enhance the learning experience for students.

As more and more teachers use Classroom AI it will revolutionize traditional teaching methods to allow them to stay ahead of the curve.

AI Used For Global Access

karenfwilliams — 2023-11-06 02:31:34 UTC

AI gives us access to information with the global sphere.
Systems such as Microsoft Presentation Translator and a PowerPoint plug -in can give real time translations to information taught or written in other languages.
AI programs such as Rosetta Stone provide opportunities to learn another language.

AI Used for Differentiated Instruction And Real Time Feedback

karenfwilliams — 2023-11-06 02:40:53 UTC

Schools can use AI to set up personalized programs for students especially those with persistent learning difficulties. Virtual Reality technology, Brainly, Thinkster Math, Netex Learning, Chat GPT aids teachers in creating lesson plans with differentiated instruction.

Levels of AI Digital Divide

measheleconnell — 2023-11-06 04:43:53 UTC

It may occur during the implementation stage and beyond.

Lack of tools/resources for AI-enabled learning.
Limited understanding of AI results in underutilization
and its potential to enhance teaching and learning.
Lack of insightful and efficient use of AI results in wasted resources, and missed opportunities to transform the teaching and learning environment to improve outcomes.

Concerns of AI in Education

measheleconnell — 2023-11-06 05:05:02 UTC

Bias and Discrimination in Algorithms
- Designed with the biases of the developer.
Privacy
-Personal information and conversations at risk of exposure.

Barbados data guidance

shaunetteesmall — 2023-11-06 11:09:44 UTC

On March 31, 2021 the Data Protection Act 2019 came into effect. It regulates the collection, use and disclosure of personal data. The Act includes provisions that apply to AI systems.

Caribbean AI Policy Roadmap

shaunetteesmall — 2023-11-06 11:28:12 UTC

On April 14, 2021, the UNESCO cluster office and Broadcasting Commission of Jamaica developed the Caribbean AI Policy Roadmap.

UNESCO calls for regulations on AI use in schools.

susanninniss — 2023-11-06 20:18:47 UTC

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education has shown to have several benefits as it creates new ways and strategies to complement teachers and enhance the teaching and learning process. However, there are some concerns as well, within the context of the Barbadian educational systems these concerns can be compounded by poor internet access and network infrastructure.

What Should Barbadian Teachers Do?

susanninniss — 2023-11-06 21:08:07 UTC

Despite the limited infrastructure capabilities, teachers must ensure that

they develop their skills and knowledge to efficiently and effectively use AI tools.
students are aware of all the rules and regulations to use all digital technologies safely and responsibly.

Automation of Administrative Duties

karenfwilliams — 2023-11-06 23:23:05 UTC

Chatbots can make administrative duties of educational leaders and secretaries within the educational system less cumbersome.

Sembly is an AI tool that records, transcribes and generates AI meeting summaries & notes with meeting minutes. For Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams (Chrome Webstore, 2023)

Real Time Feedback

karenfwilliams — 2023-11-07 01:57:27 UTC

AI provides automated grading systems which allow students and teachers to track their progress instantaneously. Both students and teachers can identify or diagnose early learning difficulties and provide the necessary interventions using AI tools as well.

More Concerns of AI in Education

measheleconnell — 2023-11-08 18:08:21 UTC

Decrease social connection
-Replacing teachers with software -Mississippi Delta
-Online school during covid-19
Overreliance on technology
-Less problem-solvers and critical thinkers, creativity and innovation

measheleconnell — 2023-11-08 18:16:18 UTC

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems.

BIBLIOGRAPHY

susanninniss — 2023-11-08 22:23:44 UTC

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Students using AI to cheat

measheleconnell — 2023-11-09 00:08:55 UTC

Students are using AI programs to:

complete assignments.
Solve problems in Mathematics and science subjects etc
Write essays
Take quizzes

Here in the region, UWI reported that they are on the alert for AI cheats.

Artificial Intelligence EU Laws

shaunetteesmall — 2023-11-09 01:16:45 UTC

In April 2021, the European Commission proposed the first EU regulatory framework for AI. Three risk levels are identified to classify AI systems.

Artificial Intelligence Laws US

shaunetteesmall — 2023-11-09 01:19:25 UTC

The US AI Act (Oct 2023) was inspired by similar provisions in the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

It recommends that Congress ensure accountability of AI companies...

Tools for Administrative Purposes ( Cont'd)

susanninniss — 2023-11-09 01:47:15 UTC

Help with correction of assignments.
Organise Timetables e.g. Asc Timetables
Transcribe lectures, class discussions and presentations.