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 …
The AI-Powered Nonprofits Reimagining Education
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.
Top 10 AI Tools for Teachers
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 …
Heeyo built an AI chatbot to be a billion kids’ interactive tutor and friend
Qu is the founder of Heeyo, a startup that offers children between the ages of three and 11 an AI chatbot and over 2,000 interactive games and activities, including books, trivia and role-playing adventures. Heeyo also lets parents and kids …
Why AI bots are unlikely to replace human teachers
Some tech leaders believe AI could replace human teachers, but students may resist, missing the inspiration and support from live instructors. Privacy concerns and potential misuse of data also pose challenges. Additionally, if AI tutors dominate education, there’s a risk …
How to use ChatGPT to analyze PDFs (and more) for free
If you’re dreading going back to school because of the lengthy reading assignments, here’s how to save time and energy with an AI assistant that can help with reading, summarizing, and outlining content.
https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-use-chatgpt-to-analyze-lengthy-pdfs-for-free…
Can This Free Tool Replace All Adobe Apps?
Would you still subscribe to an expensive Adobe plan if you could get all you needed from free software? Let’s compare Linearity design software to Adobe Creative Cloud to see if it can replace Adobe.
Best free AI image generators of 2024
Generative AI tools are rapidly advancing, evolving from simple image creation to full movie generation. While some tools offer limited free options, such as OpenAI’s DALL-E with two free images per day, others provide more generous free tiers. However, for …
Automattic launches AI writing tool that aims to make WordPress blogs more readable and succinct
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 …
ChatGPT cheating is endemic in schools, and no one knows what to do
Remember when cheating in school meant sneaking in a crib sheet or glancing at a neighbor’s test? Teachers today likely look back on those days with nostalgia. Now, they face a more formidable challenge in maintaining academic honesty: generative AI. …
Exploring how teaching assistants powered by AI can understand and support students
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 …
High School Starts Replacing Teachers With AI
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 …
How AI Can Save Teachers Time, According to a Google Executive
The head of education impact for Google, Jennie Magiera, says introducing artificial intelligence can help solve some of the problems schools are facing right now, but recognizes its limitations too. Education Week spoke with Magiera at this week’s International Society …
Soon, Running LLMs Locally will be a Pro Feature for Flagship Smartphones
A recent report published by Canalys suggests that by the end of 2024, 16% of new smartphones shipped will be generative AI-capable, with this figure expected to rise to 54% by 2028.
AI Helps Me With My Schoolwork, but Doesn’t Do It for Me
Many people use AI to replace their own efforts in an academic setting. But you can use AI to assist your learning, add efficiency to research, and improve your studies.