With the rise of generative AI tools, what it mean for educators?

"The Canvas chatbot has been a successful experiment in the use of AI-based technology that resulted not only in better support for users—more immediate, and with an increased user base—but also in efficiencies for IT support."

"Imagine a world where learning materials are crafted in a matter of seconds and with utmost accuracy and efficiency. AI is streamlining the process of acquiring knowledge online, from customized course recommendations to interactive quizzes personalized to fit individual needs."

"One of the top ways teachers report using AI tools is to support students with learning differences, according to a recent survey by Rand Corp. and the Center on Reinventing Public Education"

"The House has passed legislation Saturday, April 20, 2024, to ban TikTok in the U.S. if its China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake"

"More states and school districts are rolling out guidelines and policies for how educators and students can use generative artificial intelligence in their work."

"Doing a full virtual course load is hard and motivation is sometimes challenging... The more engaging it can be, the more human contact–virtual and otherwise–that a school can provide, the better it’s going to be for the students and that’s what we found with our online partner."

"82% of respondents agreed with the idea that gen AI is a tool that will enhance their creativity and simplify their lives."

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AI is now reshaping how students learn, and its widespread use has created some complexities in education.

"Between the hype about its promise and the panic about its impact on academic integrity and knowledge production, many higher education professionals were caught in a wait-and-see moment in 2023. Will policies govern the use of AI in teaching and learning? How will faculty and staff develop their AI literacy and skill sets, especially as generative AI tools evolve? How should or shouldn't generative AI be used at colleges and universities?"

"Our best bet is to try new ways of adapting instruction to leverage these new tools, because the genie isn't going back into the lamp."

"Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications may not yet be staples in the classroom, but their adoption is growing and they rely on fast, robust network infrastructure."

"Game theory is the study of costs and benefits when two or more parties are engaged in some kind of competitive or semi-competitive effort."

"It is very likely going to be multimodal, meaning it can take input from more than just text but to what extent is unclear."

"Education technology experts say the term makes light of mental health issues."

"The rise of generative AI ushers in countless opportunities for K-12 educators and students, as well as some concerns."

"A new survey from the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) found that a remarkable 55 percent of organizations surveyed plan to adopt GenAI solutions within the next year, signaling a substantial surge in GenAI integration."

"Turnitin released its AI detection tool in April 2023 and since then it has reviewed more than 200 million student papers and found that 10.3% included at least 20% AI-generated content. In addition, 3% — more than 2 million papers or other written materials — consisted of at least 80% AI-generated content."

"Key among these are questions of transparency, trust and the potential for unintended harm to users."

"AI can personalize learning for each student, provide 24/7 support, and create immersive learning experiences. However, it's important to address concerns about human touch, data privacy, and educational equity."

"KOSA mandates that platforms offer options to limit the amount of time a minor can spend on a covered platform, parental tools to manage a minor's account, and a reporting mechanism for users to report harm to a minor."

"President Joe Biden signed legislation Wednesday banning TikTok, if its China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake in the company within the next nine months."

"As K–12 leaders endeavor to design classrooms to best serve today’s learners, they must leverage technology to ensure that the educational experience is relevant to students’ learning goals and outcomes."