DIGITAL LIBRARY
EDUCATIONAL TRANSFORMATION THROUGH AI: PREPARING FOR A NEW ERA OF LEARNING
1 Independent Researcher (GERMANY)
2 Danube-University Krems (AUSTRIA)
About this paper:
Appears in: INTED2024 Proceedings
Publication year: 2024
Pages: 1202-1207
ISBN: 978-84-09-59215-9
ISSN: 2340-1079
doi: 10.21125/inted.2024.0382
Conference name: 18th International Technology, Education and Development Conference
Dates: 4-6 March, 2024
Location: Valencia, Spain
Abstract:
This paper delves into the critical role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in reshaping educational paradigms, preparing learners for a future dominated by digital and AI-driven technologies. It highlights the primary reasons for integrating AI into educational institutions, emphasizing its potential to prepare students for a rapidly evolving digital world, foster innovation and creativity, personalize learning experiences, improve learning outcomes, promote computational thinking, and enhance career prospects. The paper also explores the pivotal roles of teachers, school administrators, responsible parents, and policymakers in facilitating and overseeing the effective integration of AI in educational settings.

Furthermore, the paper addresses the profound ethical, social, and economic questions raised by the rapid advancement of AI. It explores the ethical concerns associated with AI's decision-making capabilities and its potential to surpass human intelligence. The social impact of AI, including its effects on job markets, societal structures, and privacy issues, is critically examined. Additionally, the economic implications of AI, such as job displacement and income distribution, are discussed, underscoring the need for equitable distribution of AI's benefits.

The methodology of the paper is rooted in an exploratory approach, utilizing expert interviews to gain in-depth insights into these complex issues. This approach allows for a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted impact of AI in education and beyond, providing valuable perspectives for educators, policymakers, and technologists.
Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence in Education, Ethical Implications of AI, Personalized Learning, AI and Future Workforce, Societal Impact of AI.