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Deep Dive Inquiry – Part 2

2025-03-17 / / 0 Comments

Tobin and I have been learning about how AI is used in schools and whether it is helpful or harmful for students. AI can be really useful – it can explain things in different ways, grade tests quickly, and even act like a tutor. But there are also some problems. Some students might use AI to cheat, and teachers worry that students won’t think for themselves. Another big concern is privacy because AI collects student data.  

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In our research we saw an article by Clugston (2024) explains that AI in education has both good and bad sides. On the positive side, AI helps students by personalizing learning, meaning it can adjust lessons to match each student’s needs. This can make learning easier and more engaging. AI also helps teachers by automating tasks like grading, so they have more time to teach. However, there are concerns too. AI collects a lot of student data, which raises privacy issues. Also, if schools rely too much on AI, students might miss out on real human interaction, which is important for building social and thinking skills. 

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Also, we found that many teachers are unsure about using AI in schools. A survey by the Pew Research Center (2024) showed that 25% of public K-12 teachers think AI tools do more harm than good in education, while only 6% believe they do more good than harm. Additionally, 32% feel there’s an equal mix of benefits and drawbacks, and 35% are uncertain. This uncertainty suggests that while AI has potential, educators are cautious about its role in teaching. 

Matthews (2024) talks about how AI can be both helpful and harmful in schools. He says AI can help students learn by giving quick feedback and explaining things in different ways. But, he also warns that students might start using AI to do their work for them instead of thinking for themselves. He believes that AI should be a learning tool, not a way to cheat. Schools need to teach students how to use AI the right way so it helps them learn and not just find quick answers. 

At the end, this research opened our eyes to both the good and bad sides of AI in education.  AI can make learning easier and more personal, but it also brings challenges like cheating and privacy issues. Some teachers are excited about AI, while others aren’t sure if it’s a good idea. We learned that AI isn’t just good or bad – it depends on how we use it. Schools need to find the right balance so AI helps students without replacing real learning. 

References 

Clugston, B. (2024, July 19). Advantages and disadvantages of AI in education. University Canada West.

https://www.ucanwest.ca/blog/education-careers-tips/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-ai-in-education 

LUONA, L. (2024, May 15). A quarter of U.S. teachers say AI tools do more harm than good in K-12 education. Pew. Research Center. 

https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/05/15/a-quarter-of-u-s-teachers-say-ai-tools-do-more-harm-than-good-in-k-12-education

Matthews, P. (2024, July 22). AI in schools: Cheater or tutor? TEDx Talks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgqiGuIV6-Q 

Reflection on AI – Week 6

2025-03-06 / / 0 Comments
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The Zoom lecture talked about how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing work, education, and digital skills. They shared how he uses AI tools like ChatGPT to make tasks easier, such as replying to emails, writing workshop descriptions, and researching. They said it’s important to be flexible with different AI tools. He also showed how AI can help with research and organizing information. These tools can make work faster and easier, but they also bring new challenges.

The discussion also raised concerns about AI. Some people worry that AI writing is too basic and lacks creativity. Others are concerned that relying too much on AI might make people less skilled at thinking and solving problems. Another issue is that AI uses a lot of energy, which can harm the environment. These are important things to consider when using AI.

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Another speaker talked about how AI can help students learn. She explained that generative AI is different from older AI because it can interact more like a learning partner. AI can make learning more personal, help students understand things better, and handle simple tasks. But she also warned about problems like false information, unfair bias, and cheating in school. She told students to think carefully about when to use AI and to make sure it helps them learn instead of doing all the thinking for them.

Overall, the lecture encouraged students to explore AI while being aware of its effects on work, learning, and society. The key message was to use technology wisely and think about its long-term impact.

Reflection on Social Curation Lecture

2025-03-04 / / 0 Comments

In the lecture of week 8,Dr talked about social annotation and how it helps people read and write together. He explained that annotation is not just about adding notes to books but can be seen everywhere in the world, like on signs, walls, and even coffee cups. He also mentioned how annotation has been used for a long time, even in old books, and how it helps people learn and share ideas. It was interesting to see how social annotation can make reading more interactive and meaningful.

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He also discussed different tools like Hypothesis, which allows students to read and comment on texts together online. He explained that this makes learning more social because students can share their thoughts and ask questions directly on the text. He also talked about the importance of privacy and how students can choose to keep their notes private or share them with a small group. This makes annotation useful for both personal learning and group discussions.

This lecture made me think about how I read and interact with texts. I usually read by myself and don’t write many notes, but I now see that adding comments and discussing with others can help me understand things better. It also makes reading more engaging because I can see different perspectives.

Deep Dive Inquiry – Part 1

2025-03-03 / / 0 Comments

Me and my partner in this project Tobin Woodworth are working on a project about AI in education. We want to understand if AI is good or bad for learning.

What is AI in Education?

AI (Artificial Intelligence) is technology that helps computers think and learn like humans. In schools, AI is used in many ways, like helping students with homework, grading tests, and even tutoring. Some schools use AI chatbots that answer student questions, while others use AI programs to help with writing and math. AI can make learning faster and easier, but some people worry that students might rely on it too much instead of thinking for themselves.

Is AI Good or Bad for Learning?

AI in education has both good and bad sides. One good thing is that AI can help students learn at their own pace. If a student doesn’t understand something, AI can explain it again in a different way. AI can also save teachers time by grading work quickly. However, some people worry that students might use AI to cheat instead of learning. Another problem is privacy—some AI tools collect student data, and people wonder if that is safe. AI should be used carefully so that it helps students learn, not replace real learning.

How is AI Used in Schools?

Schools use AI in different ways. Some AI tools help students practice subjects like math, reading, and writing. AI can also check grammar and spelling in essays. Some schools use AI chatbots to answer student questions anytime. AI can even give teachers advice on how to help students do better. But AI is not perfect—it can make mistakes, and it cannot replace real teachers. AI should be used as a tool, not as a teacher.

My Experience with AI in Education

Me and Tobin are learning about AI in education for our project. We have read articles and watched videos to see how AI is used in schools. We found that AI can help students a lot, but it also has problems. Some students like using AI for homework, but teachers worry about cheating. Privacy is also a big issue because AI collects student data. We think AI is useful, but it should be used the right way to help students learn better.

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