Mr Emil Tan, director of Infosec in the City, suggests that deepfake technology can be used for educational purposes such as creating AI-generated tutors and for healthcare by generating synthetic faces and voices to assist individuals who have lost their ability to speak. For instance, voice banking is an example of how this technology can help people with speech impairments.
https://channelnewsasia.com/today/big-read/deepfake-crimes-crisis-truth-society-4815796A proposed AI-powered reading assessment tool for students is being considered by schools in New York, but experts have raised concerns about its accuracy and potential impact on students. Literacy expert Susan Neuman from New York University expressed reservations about the tool's effectiveness, suggesting that a small pilot program should be conducted before investing significant funds.
https://www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2024/12/17/ai-reading-tutor-eps-learning-nyc-schools-comptroller-brad-lander/Business school officials are embracing new artificial intelligence (AI) tools, but in doing so, they are discovering that AI is not just a tool to be used, but rather a reflection of how they learn and grow as managers. This shift in perspective is prompting them to re-examine their approach to education.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/12/17/business/top-business/ai-as-a-mirror-for-reflection-among-business-leaders/2022682Dr. Joleen Liang, a representative from Squirrel Ai, emphasized the importance of prioritizing educational needs over technological advancements in AI education. She noted that companies and researchers often focus too much on developing new AI technologies without considering the fundamental requirements of education. This perspective was shared during a panel discussion titled "AI in Education: Friend or Foe" at the University of Cambridge, which featured experts from various institutions including the University of Cambridge and Beijing Normal University.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/12/16/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/squirrel-ais-dr-joleen-liang-speaks-at-the-cambridge-generative-ai-in-education-conference-2024/2022171The use of generative AI in education is being explored by various countries around the world, with some experiencing more success than others. In Britain, an app called Sparx Maths has been rolled out to help tailor children's learning, and a multimillion-dollar investment has been made to support teachers with lesson plans, marking, and assessment. The European Union also supports several learning apps, while China has a national strategy for digitizing education through its national education platform. However, in India, the use of AI in education is hindered by limited access to smartphones and connectivity among students, as seen during recent school closures due to smog in New Delhi.
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/schools-targeted-ai-learning-apps-despite-experts-doubtsThe education technology sector, known as Ed Tech, has rapidly grown since the Covid-19 pandemic forced schools to shift to online learning. Governments are now adopting AI-infused apps in schools worldwide, despite experts expressing concerns about their effectiveness and potential risks.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/12/14/world/schools-targeted-with-ai-learning-apps-despite-experts-doubts/2021834Baijiayun Group Ltd has partnered with the Beijing Educational Informationization Industry Alliance to promote educational technology across China. The partnership aims to create a development platform and resource integration platform for the education sector, leveraging Baijiayun's expertise in AI video solutions. This collaboration is expected to drive innovation in national education by 2023.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/baijiayun-was-honored-with-the-title-of-exclusive-member-unit-by-the-beijing-educational-informationization-industry-alliance-302331799.htmlWellington Soares, an expert in education technology, has identified nine key tips to help teachers protect students' personal data when using AI tools in the classroom. These recommendations are aimed at mitigating potential risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence in education, such as data breaches and biased decision-making.
https://www.chalkbeat.org/2024/12/13/using-ai-and-protecting-student-privacy-is-hard-here-are-9-tips/The Odisha government is organizing a one-day training program for teachers teaching Artificial Intelligence to classes 11 and 12 at SAI International School in Bhubaneswar. The training session, which will run until 4:30 pm today, aims to equip teachers with the necessary skills to effectively teach AI courses. This initiative is part of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 4.0 (PMKVY) program announced in the Union Budget 2023, which encourages schools to establish Skill Hubs on their campuses and offer industry-linked skilling courses such as Drone, 3D Printing, Robotics, and AI.
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