2. Artificial intelligence definition:
● (noun) Also referred to as AI, the theory and development of computer
systems able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such
as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making and translation
between languages.
● Aims to help humans interact with machines as they would interact with each
other. (machine learning)
● Computer science is being leveraged to create intelligent machines that
closely resemble humans and their functions.
● Emerging technologies for their potential impact on and use of teaching and
learning within schools and developing industries.
4. AI usage in the classroom
● Exposure in the classroom important
○ Promotes critical thinking
○ Prepares students for workforce
○ Power adaptive learning programs
○ Updated content
○ Personalization to learning styles
● Can promote self-awareness with machine learning through learner progress
● AI and low income populations
○ Districts lack funding
○ High speed internet not available at home
5. AI and educators
● Potential to positively impact teaching and learning
○ enhancing both teachers and students of thought processes
○ Providing insight on learning
○ relieving of tedious tasks (i.e. grading)
○ Personalization of instruction; find where the student is struggling
● Monitor lessons and offer instructors feedback
○ Speaking too quickly
○ Time allotted to answer questions
○ Learner progress
○ Customize pace of lessons for each student
■ Natural language processing and pattern recognition
6. AI and educators continued
● Not yet manufactured to replace teachers’ roles
○ Lack personal characteristics
■ Critical thinking
■ Empathy
■ Creativity
Implications for learners
- Social development
- Language skills
7. AI and ethical issues
● Inequality
○ Distribution of wealth
● Humanity
○ Behavior and social interactions
● Bias
● Security
