Author: Rafael Scapin

There are lots of directories of AI tools and we don’t want to try and compete or replicate that.  We think the value is understanding how people are using them.  So we are going to focus on sharing details of …

By now, it’s well established that students see ChatGPT as a synonym for assignments and research papers. However, the tables are now turning and it’s the faculty’s turn to embrace the potential of AI. 

Ever find yourself drowning in a sea of notes, ideas, and to-do lists, wondering how to keep everything organized? You’re not alone. Many of us struggle with managing our information efficiently. But what if there was a way to streamline …

In today’s post, I’ve sifted through the chaff and compiled for you a collection of what I believe are some of the key AI tools for teachers and educators. To keep it practical, I’ve narrowed it down to 10 key …

AI is being used in exciting ways to bridge educational divides, and AI-powered nonprofits are creating a roadmap for what the future of education may hold.

https://ssir.org/articles/entry/ai-nonprofits-education…

Two instructors at Vilnius University, Paul Jurcys and Goda Strikaitė-Latušinskaja, developed AI chatbot versions of themselves, called “AI Knowledge Twins.” These chatbots, trained on the instructors’ academic materials, serve as virtual teaching assistants named Paul AI and Goda AI.

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-08-27-when-the-teaching-assistant-is-an-ai-twin-of-the-professor…

OpenAI co-founder Andrej Karpathy envisions AI bots as expert, patient, and multilingual tutors available to all 8 billion people on demand. His latest venture, Eureka Labs, aims to revolutionize education by addressing the scarcity of skilled teachers. This initiative represents …

To coincide with A-level, T-level and BTEC results day, Olly Newton, executive director at the Edge Foundation shares his thoughts on the future of assessment and how tools such as AI are changing the game.

https://www.jisc.ac.uk/blog/the-future-of-assessment-embracing-ai-and-edtech…

This paper explores how advancements in AI, particularly Machine Learning, can enhance the production of high-quality journalism, addressing the challenges of disinformation and revenue loss while increasing public trust in media.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0169023X23000423…

McGraw Hill has introduced two generative AI tools to enhance personalized learning for K–12 and higher education students. Writing Assistant offers real-time feedback and guidance for grades 6–12, while AI Reader supports university students with interactive reading enrichment. These tools …

This quasi-experimental study examines Duolingo’s impact on EFL learners’ engagement and willingness to communicate. Findings show significant improvements in engagement and communication confidence, highlighting Duolingo’s effectiveness as a pedagogical tool in language learning.

https://www.irrodl.org/index.php/irrodl/article/view/7677/6089…

Educational digital assistants, designed to provide both emotional and academic support, are becoming essential in learning environments. These tools, similar to Siri or Alexa but tailored for education, help manage student anxiety and enhance engagement. A review of 1,162 studies …

David Game College in London plans to allow 15-year-old students to use AI tools before taking standardized exams, aiming to support both struggling and advanced students. The pilot project focuses on AI-powered adaptive learning to let students learn at their …

Automattic, the owner of WordPress.com, has launched a new AI tool, “Write Brief with AI,” to help bloggers refine their writing. The tool assists with improving clarity and conciseness, complementing an earlier AI writing assistant. Currently in beta, it’s available …