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𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗪𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱𝗻'𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗜𝘁 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆.👌🏻 Resistance to new tech in education isn't new, and AI is no exception. AI is causing waves, especially in education, where high standards are the norm. To harness AI's potential, we need an open mind and must teach AI literacy at all levels to make learning more efficient and powerful. Key Takeaways: 🤖 Manage AI proactively to leverage its transformative potential and address challenges. 🤖 Teach AI literacy as a fundamental skill to enhance learning efficiency. 🤖 Collaborate for successful AI integration in education. Embracing AI in education isn't about replacing teachers but enhancing their capabilities for a more personalized and effective learning experience. Act now to develop AI skills and control your future, or risk falling behind. 🚀 To know more about it, check out this article from Entrepreneur Media written by Alex Goryachev. (ctto) Share your thoughts and comments below. ⬇️ ➖➖➖ During the last 32 years, I've raised over $100,000,000 in assets, built 5 multi-million dollar companies, and sent more than 50,000,000 emails. The key to my and my client's success has been communicating the right message, to the right person, at the right time. For a limited time, I'm offering a FREE PDF from my proven Clout SellingTM System. It will equip you with proven strategies and actionable steps to captivate your Ideal Customers, enabling you to foster meaningful relationships that drive Sales. ***** 👉 Type "IDEAL" in the COMMENTS below, and I'll send you the PDF for FREE. https://lnkd.in/emFWJFk7 #ConversationalAI #Education #LeadGeneration #Innovation #CustomerEngagement #Technology #CloutSelling

📖 What is happening with Generative AI in Education? Very much enjoyed co-hosting a series of events on this exciting topic with team members from Owl Ventures and McKinsey & Company’s Education Practice! The gatherings included edtech entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders from higher education institutions and philanthropic organizations from over 40 institutions. Here are a few of the highlights from the discussions: 1. Importance of focused AI adoption: Education institutions that have prioritized AI use cases in workflows are seeing the most potential impact, especially as noticed in use cases across marketing and sales, product development, G&A and corporate functions 2. Education institutions are often takers or shapers of the technology (vs. makers): This shifts their focus on understanding end users and designing successful go-to-market strategies instead of on deep technical talent to build the technology. 3. Impact on human-to-human interactions: AI could help to remove friction, automate time consuming tasks, and augment educator knowledge so that time spent with the student is more useful. It could also help to enable a deeper, more meaningful, and more effective connection between educators and learners. 4. Need for AI adoption support: Institutions can be slow to create policies around AI and also need to train educators on AI use. Support will be critical to move from super users to broad adoption through processes and training. 5. Top concerns about AI in Education: Student data privacy, impact on learning outcomes, and limited measurable performance improvements are among the top concerns for educators and parents. Patricia Marsa Saurabh Sanghvi Jimmy Sarakatsannis Jacob Bryant Tom Costin Malvika Bhagwat Emily Bennett Hailey Carter Seder #generativeAI #genai #aiinedtech #edtech

Learn how our CTO Zichen Zhang developed our AI advisor and what Collage means to him below! “As the CTO of Collage, my role allows me to explore technologies that directly benefit college students, particularly those who feel marginalized or overwhelmed by the academic planning process. Working on the AI Advisor and server at Collage means not only utilizing the latest works in the research community of LLM agents but also creating solutions that can meaningfully impact students’ educational journeys. What excites me most about Collage is our ability to humanize technology and democratize education. While many big tech companies and Silicon Valley startups focus on training models to compete on various benchmarks, we are using LLM agents to create deeper connections—between students, their educational paths, and their peers. With the latest open-source frameworks, including LlamaIndex and LangChain, our platform goes beyond a basic chatbot, offering personalized advice that feels almost as intuitive as consulting with a real academic advisor, especially for those worldwide who can not afford private tutoring or advising services. I hope that Collage, a startup and a mission crafted by students, for students, can be an example for the world that instead of replacing jobs, AI technologies can be an enhancement to people’s lives.” #edtech #AI #Collage #startups

𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗜? #AI is 𝗸𝗲𝘆 to 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 the dramatic 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗴𝗮𝗽𝘀. But #Edtech must prioritize the learner, not just the tech. 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗜 gets us closer to this goal, enabling 🤖 adaptive learning🧠 🤖 educational content creation🧠 🤖 teacher development🧠 A very interesting thought Niko Lindholm!

Babson College is equipping its students with innovative AI-driven tools and resources to enhance their educational experience. The college has introduced the MathBot, developed in partnership with Microsoft and Terawe, to support student learning across various academic backgrounds. Additionally, Babson has committed $250,000 in AI-focused student grants to encourage exploration of innovative AI solutions. 'Our educators are constantly sourcing state-of-the-art tools and innovative solutions to accelerate learning and ensure student success,' said Patty Patria, CIO of Babson College. 'The rise of AI provided a perfect opportunity to bring individualized learning to students and better equip the next generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders.' The MathBot pairs academic material with generative AI capabilities to streamline the learning process, cater to individual student needs through customized learning pace and style, and offer additional online resources for future learning. In addition to the MathBot, Babson has dedicated $250,000 in grants for students to implement AI in educational or entrepreneurial endeavors. Up to 250 students will receive $1,000 each, after application and approval. 'Our community's embrace of generative AI provides the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders with important access to crucial resources and emerging technologies,' said President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA'92, PhD. Babson College aims to empower entrepreneurial leaders who create, grow, and steward sustainable economic and social value. These AI initiatives position the college as a leader in entrepreneurship education and technological innovation. #aieducation #entrepreneurship #babsoncollege Babson College

Part 2: Empowering Educators and Students Through AI Integration Continuing from where we left off, let's delve deeper into the practical applications of AI in education and strategies for navigating its ethical considerations. One of the most promising aspects of AI in education lies in its ability to personalize learning experiences. By analyzing vast amounts of data, AI-driven platforms can adapt instruction to meet the unique needs and preferences of individual students. This personalized approach not only enhances student engagement but also fosters deeper learning and mastery of concepts. Furthermore, AI-powered tools can streamline administrative tasks, freeing up valuable time for educators to focus on what matters most – teaching. From automated grading systems to predictive analytics for identifying at-risk students, AI has the potential to revolutionize the way educators work, allowing them to devote more energy to fostering meaningful connections with their students. However, as we embrace the transformative potential of AI, we must remain vigilant about its ethical implications. Educators have a responsibility to guide students in the ethical and responsible use of AI, emphasizing the importance of integrity, respect, and empathy in all digital interactions. Moreover, it's essential to address concerns surrounding data privacy and security. Educators must ensure that student data is handled with the utmost care and that robust safeguards are in place to protect against potential breaches or misuse. As we navigate the complexities of AI integration, collaboration and ongoing professional development are key. By fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning, educators can stay abreast of the latest AI technologies and best practices, empowering them to leverage AI to its fullest potential. In conclusion, AI holds tremendous promise for transforming education, offering unparalleled opportunities for personalized learning, administrative efficiency, and student engagement. By embracing AI as a tool for innovation and ethical decision-making, we can unlock new possibilities for empowering educators and students alike. Let's harness the power of AI to create a brighter future for education, one that is inclusive, equitable, and driven by a commitment to excellence. #AIinEducation #EthicalAI #DigitalLearning #EducationTransformation #SchoolsNow2024

A very interesting article about Edtech and the problems - and possibilities - with it. Writing about challenges, but at the same time giving future Edtech developers ideas about how AI can benefit educators and learners. As an Edtech entrepreneur you should read this! I would love to see teams in our program, that develop solutions that are given as examples in the article! If you are developing a solution, please do apply to our Edtech incubator at Helsinki Education Hub (HEH)

👀Education Leaders- Checkout the new guide from the U.S. Department of Education. Although this guide was created for AI developers, it is worth your time. ❤️Beliefs of mine surrounding Professional Development showed up several times in this guide and I’m SO grateful so many are thinking about this “often forgotten” side of rollouts. 💡We’ve got to be JUST as intentional about the learning experience for educators as we are with the rollout and integration of AI in the classroom. 🥅 AI truly has the ability to make huge impacts for educators everywhere, but we MUST make sure the professional development is strategic, impactful, relevant, and human centered. 🎲The rollout of any new tech, integration, tool, etc. depends heavily on the success of the learning (notice I didn’t say training) alongside it. ⚡️It’s a pivotal moment in Education and I’m reminded of a similar feeling when tech first started to be integrated into classrooms. Leaders have the opportunity to take a much different approach this time. Instead of purchasing all the latest tech, we must focus on the learning experience for educstors just as heavily. This ensures buy in, usage, inspiration, knowledge transfer, application, and so much more! 📝Leaders in Education - Take the time to really consider not only how you will use AI in your schools, districts, and states, but also how you will prioritize equipping, enabling, supporting, and inspiring your educators alongside it! The success of your AI implementation depends on it. Your teachers need it. Your students deserve it. #education #ai #aiineducation #learninganddevelopment #edtech Guide: https://lnkd.in/euG-3vYe

🌶 Spicy morning take on "ed-tech" for ya: So many startups in the "ed-tech" space focus on the "tech" first and "education" second. Which is where most go wrong - and lose sight of the whole point: student transformation. I see so many "AI powered X that will revolution the way you learn Y" startups, that I'm often left thinking "sounds cool, but how's that gonna help me as a learner?" To paint a slight constrast ... 100 School isn't in "ed-tech". Only "ed" (for now). Because we just send emails, that's all. Daily bitesized lessons. We've been intentionally building the educational pieces behind our learning experiences. All of which (at some point in time) can be elevated by tech. When we do that, the foundations are already there. 💡 Lesson: focus first on exactly where you want to take students (transformation), the skills they need to get there (curriculum) before considering whether "tech" can support taking the learner from A to B. Crowbarring tech into the solution can feel sexy, but sometimes simple is best for your students. Thoughts!?

This is one of the best initiatives I’ve heard of in a while that links our AI with important Education programs: Twenty-one participating startups (out of 600 applicants) use AI to create more inclusive, engaging, and effective educational pathways. Each founder will receive ✨three months of mentorship✨ by Google experts. This initiative empowers educators and entrepreneurs to create solutions that address diverse student needs. What is your opinion on initiatives like this? Do we need more of them? (I think so) Learn more about the use cases from Kenya to Finland: https://ow.ly/wBaC50TPske #AI #Education #Innovation #GoogleCohort #EdTech