AI in Education

Embracing the Future:
AI Using in the Classroom

Philip Rood

Agenda

-What is Artificial Intelligence

-AI Education: The Revolution

-The Benefits of AI in Education

-The Challenges

-AI & SEL

-Challenges with AI & SEL

-Incorporating SEL into the AI
Classroom

-The Future of AI in Education

-Conclusion

Poll

How do you feel about the coming of Artificial Intelligence systems and Education? Select all that apply.

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Other

• An even 50/50

• All the emotions

What is Artificial Intelligence

Definition: AI is the capability of a machine to imitate intelligent human behavior or
to make decisions based on available data.

History: AI as a concept has been around since the ancient times, but the term was
coined in 1956. The field has evolved from simple rule-based systems to complex
machine learning and deep learning algorithms.

Examples: Personal assistants like Siri and Alexa, recommendation systems on
Netflix and Amazon, and autonomous vehicles.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ways in which we commonly interact with AI in our daily lives? Select all that apply.

• Search engine algorithms, like those used by Google

• Voice-activated virtual assistants, like Siri or Alexa

• Autocorrect and predictive text features on our smartphones

• Voice to text on our cell phones

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Multiple Choice

As AI technology continues to advance, how might we leverage it to attempt to replicate the results of Bloom's study, providing personalized, one-on-one instruction to students at scale?

• Utilizing AI to provide instant feedback on assignments.Using AI primarily to automate grading tasks, thus saving teachers' time.

• Implementing AI to provide personalized learning based on a student's proficiency in a subject, understanding, and learning style.

• Utilizing AI to generate multiple versions of the same teaching material to cater to different learning styles.

• Introducing AI as a tool for students to practice rote memorization exercises.

AI in Education: The Revolution

Artificial intelligence could spark the greatest positive transformation education has
ever seen.

Current Usage:

AI is used for automated grading, personalized learning paths, and intelligent
tutoring systems.

Potential:

AI can help in predictive analysis to identify at-risk students, adaptive learning
platforms, and enhancing accessibility through tools like speech-to-text.

AI in Education: AI as a Collaborative Tool in Education

AI in education isn't about replacing human activities but enhancing them.

An example is Khanmigo from Khan Academy, which allows students to collaborate
with AI in creative writing.

It transforms writing from a solitary task into an interactive experience, increasing
student engagement.

Multiple Choice

How might AI help teachers manage their workload?

• By handling grading and giving instant feedback

• By uniformly presenting the same content to all students

• By eliminating the need for lesson planning

• Manage communications with parents

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AI in Education: Enhancing Reading Comprehension

AI can significantly enhance learning in English and Language Arts.

For example, while students are reading a text, AI can provide contextual questions
that help deepen their understanding. This approach encourages a more profound
exploration of the text, enhancing reading comprehension skills.

Imagine talking to a character from a book, bringing them to “life” to ask them
questions on why they did something or why they think a certain way.

The Benefits of AI in Education

Efficiency: Automated grading saves time; data analysis can highlight areas of
student need.

Personalized Learning: AI can adapt to a student's learning pace and style,
offering a more tailored educational experience.

Accessibility: Tools like text-to-speech and speech-to-text make learning more
accessible.

Multiple Choice

What potential does AI hold in fostering creativity and original thought among students?

• By facilitating collaborative content creation and generating inventive stimuli

• By adhering to a curriculum with no limited room for innovation

• By focusing primarily on test-oriented learning

• By limiting its scope to traditional STEM subjects without a focus on creative arts

The Challenges of AI in Education

Privacy: Student data can be sensitive; ensuring its security is paramount.

Equity: Not all students have equal access to technology.

Training: Teachers need to be trained to effectively use and manage AI tools.

Multiple Choice

In what way can AI technology contribute to a more tailored learning experience for individual students?

• By dynamically adapting the learning content according to the student's progress and understanding

• By uniformly presenting the same content to all students

• By offering only fixed, pre-designed lesson plans

• By solely executing administrative tasks

AI and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

Definition: SEL involves teaching and learning about emotions, relationships,
decision-making, and ethical responsibility.

Importance: SEL is critical in developing well-rounded students and is a key
component in student success.

●SEL is often learned through shared experiences. Not taught by books or
technology. Having the human connection and a teacher who is experienced
in SEL education is important.

Challenges for SEL in the AI Classroom

Teaching Empathy: AI, as of now, cannot fully understand or teach empathy and
other social-emotional skills.

Human Interaction: With increased use of AI, there's a risk of reduced human
interaction, which can impact social-emotional learning.

● We need to think about this as a support tool. Relying on AI too much can take out the human interaction that is so desperately needed in early education and in life.

Strategies for Incorporating SEL into the AI Classroom

What can we do?

Balancing Technology: Use AI as a tool, not as a replacement for human
interaction.

AI as a Teaching Aid: AI can provide data and insights, but the teaching of SEL
skills should be done by teachers.

The Future of AI in Education

Emerging Trends: AI will continue to evolve and integrate into education,
potentially leading to more personalized and efficient learning experiences.

Impact: As AI becomes more prevalent, roles of teachers will shift to focus more on
areas where human interaction is crucial, like:

●Fostering creativity

●Critical thinking

●Emotional skills.

Conclusion

Recap: AI has the potential to greatly enhance education, making quality
personalized instruction more efficient and accessible.

However, it also brings challenges, particularly in the areas of data privacy,
equity of access ($) , and social-emotional learning.

Conclusion

Emphasis:

AI is a tool, not a replacement for teachers. It can provide data and insights, but the interpretation and application of these insights, especially for

social-emotional learning, require the human touch of teachers.

Encouragement:

For many, it's an exciting time in education, and as educators, embracing AI and learning.

If we can use it effectively, AI can help us provide the best possible education for our students.

Poll

After covering this.

How do you feel about the coming of Artificial Intelligence systems and Education? Select all that apply.

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Other

• An even 50/50

• All the emotions

Open Ended

Explain why you feel the way you do, this will be shared with others on screen.

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