Artificial Intelligence

8 reasons why Artificial Intelligence matters

We often share examples of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an exponential and disruptive technology that has huge implications for how we work, live and learn. But what exactly does AI do, how does it work, and how does it help? And are robots really taking away people’s jobs?

Unintended consequences, mindset and biases

Today’s article looks at learning, specifically learning systems, how changing work affects learning and the importance of understanding thought processes such as unintended consequences and biases – we’ve also included the usual series of questions to provoke thought and discussion in classrooms and around dinner tables.

Fake news – what teachers need to know

There have always been varying versions of events and perspectives about the world and how it works. However the problem now is that while these various perspectives have always existed, they were more often than not rooted in an agreed and universal truth or basis in fact.

Big data and privacy for students

This article takes a close look at data and privacy, how they are connected, how they’re changing and what this might mean for students and schools.

Machine Learning – the benefits

We’ve written about the emerging power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implication for learning and the future before, and often its potential challenges and pitfalls. However, like any human endeavour, AI has the potential to do enormous good, and today we’re looking at some of the benefits it’s starting to bring. With these benefits come new opportunities and new questions, and we’re keeping a firm eye on learning for the future as we share the examples of how AI can be a powerful force for good.

AI and creativity – info. for educators

This week we’re looking at Artificial Intelligence (AI) again. We are starting with some new ways in which AI is being applied, and looking at how humans are starting to interact with AI before moving into the education and learning spheres.

Exponential technology crash course

AI is already everywhere, and we’ve written about it before. AI decides what we see on Youtube, Netflix and social media. Amazon’s supply chain can’t run without it, and we need to get used to the fact that it’s here to stay. But, as with any emerging digital technology, AI presents enormous opportunities to benefit us, and potential problems as well. Today we’re looking at what some of the challenges might be, along with what young people need to be aware of and talking about, if they’re not already.

Automation and Work – trends to watch

Let’s look at what’s happening with the automation of work, become informed, start a conversation about what skills and competencies might be needed, what this means for our students, teachers, schools, learning systems, communities and societies.

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