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.
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.
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.
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…
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 …
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.
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.
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.
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.
When It Comes to AI Tools, These Are the 7 Ones Worth Paying For
While many AI tools are empty hype, some are a fantastic return on investment. From grammar correction to note summarization, AI technology can make your day much easier—you just have to know which AI tools are worth the money.
A Student’s Guide to Not Writing with ChatGPT
OpenAI’s “A Student’s Guide to Writing with ChatGPT” is reviewed with counterpoints from a university researcher, addressing its 12 suggestions and concluding with ethical, cognitive, and environmental considerations for students. The article also responds to critical feedback, highlighting the complexities …
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.
AI In Education: Preparing Students To Lead In The Age Of Machines
AI enhances education through personalization and efficiency but cannot replace human creativity and ethical reasoning. By balancing innovation with human-centered values, we can empower educators to shape future leaders.
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…