The study explores how AI tools like ChatGPT impact students’ critical thinking and revises Bloom’s Taxonomy to address AI-assisted learning. It proposes a new framework with 12 key propositions to guide future research and pedagogy in AI-driven education.
CUS System Makes AI History For Distributing ChatGPT Access to Nearly 500,000 Students
The California State University (CSU) system is making history by integrating ChatGPT Edu, an education-focused AI chatbot, across its 23 campuses, reaching nearly 500,000 students. This initiative aims to enhance learning, research, and administrative efficiency while equipping students with AI …
DeepSeek – Initial Thoughts and Advice
Another day, another new and slightly unexpected AI development. This time, it’s DeepSeek. It’s been hard to miss the news, but in case you have, here’s a quick summary:
https://nationalcentreforai.jiscinvolve.org/wp/2025/01/28/deepseek-initial-advice…
The End of Search, The Beginning of Research
AI labs are developing systems where Reasoners provide intelligence and agentic systems take action, currently enabling narrow AI agents like Deep Research to perform expert-level tasks. The goal is general-purpose AI workers, but for now, human expertise remains essential for …
Over 100 AI Tools for Teachers
AI has rapidly transformed education, sparking both excitement and skepticism among educators. While concerns about ethics, bias, and academic integrity are valid, leveraging AI thoughtfully through tools and effective prompt engineering can enhance teaching and learning.
OpenAI Plans to ‘Replace Smartphones’ With New AI Device
OpenAI, in partnership with former Apple designer Jony Ive, is reportedly developing an AI-powered device aimed at replacing smartphones by leveraging generative AI for advanced user interactions.
https://analyticsindiamag.com/ai-news-updates/openai-plans-to-replace-smartphones-with-new-ai-device…
The future of higher ed: Why colleges must invest in AI, the metaverse, and blockchain
The rapid pace of technological advancement means that colleges without a clear strategy for innovation will struggle to compete.
How Teachers Are Actually Using A.I. to Reduce Burnout
A.I. tools are being integrated in both online education and real classrooms to help teachers tackle complex decisions.
Opera’s New Air Browser Is All About Mindfulness—and It Actually Works
Opera Air builds on Opera’s hygge-inspired concept with a minimalist design and relaxation-focused apps for concentration, focus, and exercise. Launched in January 2025, it promotes calm and well-being.
How some University of Alabama faculty are embracing AI in teaching
Professors at the University of Alabama, initially skeptical of AI, co-founded the AI Teaching Enhancement Initiative (AITEI) in 2023 to explore ethical AI use in education, focusing on defending against misuse while integrating AI into classrooms.
Sweden swapped books for computers in 2009. Now, they’re spending millions to bring them back
Sweden is shifting back to traditional learning methods amid concerns that digital screens impact children’s focus and learning abilities. The government plans to invest €104 million to provide paper textbooks for all students by 2025.
Beyond Chat: how AI teaching assistants are transforming student support
Pedagogically integrated AI is like having knowledgeable support that understands course materials and objectives and, most importantly, can guide students towards deeper learning, writes Thorsten Fröhlich.
How Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Made a Model that Rivals OpenAI
When Chinese quant hedge fund founder Liang Wenfeng went into AI research, he took 10,000 Nvidia chips and assembled a team of young, ambitious talent. Two years later, DeepSeek exploded on the scene.
https://link.wired.com/view/5cc9e28e2ddf9c1a7adf9043mtzb9.5gen/667ae323…
Canadians need better skills training and recognition to tackle 21st century challenges
While Canada gets decent grades in numeracy, literacy and problem-solving, the country is not a superstar performer.
UK’s first AI classroom without teachers sparks debate
Britain’s first teacherless AI classroom may be an “outlier”, but it underlines the potential benefits and risks of a UK government drive to rollout artificial intelligence in education, experts say.