Edufuturists #248 Will Teachers Become Obsolete? with Donald Clark

In this episode, Ben and Steve discuss the impact of AI on education with guest Donald Clark. They explore the rapid progress of AI in education, the shift from text-based learning to multimodal learning, and the potential for AI to revolutionise assessment. They also discuss the role of teachers in the age of AI and the need for a shift in teaching methods. The conversation highlights the growing importance of AI in education and its potential to enhance learning experiences. AI in education has the potential to address accessibility issues and personalise learning for individuals with disabilities. It can automate tasks like marking, reducing teacher workload. AI can also support learners in the workplace by understanding context and providing performance support. However, there are concerns about the impact of AI on teacher jobs and the need for teachers to adapt to new technologies. The transformation of education will require a shift in agency towards learners and a reevaluation of the skills and knowledge that are prioritised. The biggest challenge for education in the next 10 to 20 years is the political and social ramifications of an education system that produces a graduate class that looks down on the rest. It is important to ensure that AI in education benefits all learners and addresses inequality. Keywords #AI #education #progress #multimodal #learning #assessment #teachers #learningexperiences #AIineducation #accessibility #personalisedlearning #teacherworkload #workplacelearning #automation #teacherjobs #learneragency #skills #knowledge #educationtransformation #inequality Sound Bites "AI in education is unlike most technologies in the past, as it has steadily progressed and continues to accelerate." "Education has been drowning in a sea of text, and AI is shifting towards multimodality, including audio and real-time dialogue." "AI is pushing for a change in assessment methods, moving away from handwritten exams and essays." "AI can speak dozens of languages and be sensitive to accessibility issues." "Who wouldn't want to automate marking?" "AI can understand the context of learners in the workplace and provide performance support." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Uprising 2024 Announcement 02:26 Previous Discussion on AI in Education and its Progress 06:12 The Shift from Text-Based Learning to Multimodal Learning 11:39 Revolutionising Assessment with AI 13:57 The Changing Role of Teachers in the Age of AI 23:00 Excitement and Adoption of AI in Education 26:21 The Potential of AI to Enhance Learning Experiences 32:26 The Future of Teaching in the Age of AI 35:10 Addressing Accessibility and Personalising Learning 37:25 Supporting Workplace Learning 39:18 AI's Potential in Wellbeing and Psychological Support 42:13 Shifting Agency towards Learners 50:30 AI's Impact on Education and Human Exceptionalism 53:21 Increasing Productivity and Efficacy with AI 01:10:48 The Surprising Element in a Transformed Education System 01:12:57 The Challenge of Inequality in Education Thanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you. Ben & Steve x Championing those who are making the future of education a reality. Follow us on X Grab your tickets for Edufuturists Uprising Want to sponsor future episodes or get involved with the Edufuturists work? Get in touch: [email protected]