ICBSS Webinar
The use of Artificial Intelligence in Education: friend or foe?
Wednesday 22 May 2024 | 11 – 1pm EEST
Online only | Register HERE
Context
Overall, AI is incredibly useful in education. AI's potential to revolutionize teaching methods and improve efficiency makes it a valuable tool in the education sector. It can enhance personalized learning experiences, automate administrative tasks, provide additional support to students, analyze data for improvements, and increase accessibility to education for all students.
There are risks associated with using AI in education, such as: Data Privacy Concerns; Bias and Fairness; Overreliance - There is a risk of overreliance on AI systems, which may hinder critical thinking and human interaction in the learning process; Job Displacement; Lack of Transparency. The use of AI can potentially contribute to social disparities if not implemented thoughtfully.
It is essential to address these risks proactively by implementing policies, regulations, and ethical guidelines to ensure the responsible use of AI in education. Addressing these issues requires careful consideration, ethical oversight, and proactive measures to ensure that AI technologies are developed and deployed in a way that promotes fairness, inclusivity, and societal benefit.
--DISCLAIMER: The above text was generated by the AI tool, PopAi.
About the webinar
AI is only going to get more powerful, probably in more ways than currently expected, both positive and negative. Given the rapidly increasing integration of AI in educational processes, this webinar aims to enter the debate on the beneficial use of AI tools in education by both professionals and students, in contrast to emerging risks.
Representatives from academia, business and governance will discuss the added value of AI technologies in education, and bring forth policy gaps and other social implications that arise from the use of AI in the sector.
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>> Concept Note <<
Have your say! We have prepared a short online survey about the use of AI in Education to help set the scene in this webinar’s discussions. We kindly invite you to answer by Wednesday 15 May 2024.
>> Online Survey <<
We look forward to meeting you!
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