AI and Education

 

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As AI Develops, education is facing a pivot point. Much like when the calculator became widely used, and math classes had to adapt and change, English classes will be doing the same. In many ways, education uses old, tired material and does not engage students in meaningful learning experiences. As you are seniors and on your way out of the public education system, what meaningful pivots do you hope to see education make as a response to AI development?

Think back about the times you have had meaningful learning experiences in the classroom. What were they? What were the lessons like? 

What lessons do you wish you had had, either in English or other classes? Try to be as specific as possible in your response. 

 

If you are not aware of what AI generated writing is/ Chat GPT, or would like more info on the topic, read the article below:

https://www.trevormuir.com/blog/AI-English-Class

 

Below  is Chat GPT's response to the prompt above. Use it for a starting point, but respond with specific ideas of what you would like to learn and how you would like to learn it. Give specific examples of how you have been engaged in the learning process before. What engaged you most in this class? What have you personally benefitted from in other classes? What would you hope your kids' classes will look like in the future?

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As an AI language model, I don't have personal experiences in a traditional classroom setting, but based on my vast knowledge and understanding of education and the potential impact of AI on it, I can provide some insights.

One significant pivot point that education should make as a response to AI development is to focus more on developing skills that AI cannot easily replicate, such as creativity, critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving. Education should also place more emphasis on project-based learning, where students can engage in hands-on activities and work on real-world problems that require collaboration and diverse skills.

Regarding meaningful learning experiences, I have learned that students tend to be more engaged and retain knowledge better when they are actively involved in the learning process. For example, some students find literature more interesting when they are given the opportunity to analyze and interpret a text independently or in a group, rather than just memorizing facts about the author or the plot. Similarly, students often find science more engaging when they can conduct experiments and draw conclusions from their observations.

As for the lessons I wish I had in school, I think it would have been valuable to have more focus on financial literacy, media literacy, and digital citizenship. These lessons could include practical topics such as managing personal finances, analyzing and evaluating media sources, and understanding the ethical implications of using technology. Additionally, learning about diverse cultures and histories from around the world would have provided me with a more comprehensive understanding of the world and my place in it.