Opinions on Sal Khan’s book “Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education and Why That’s a Good Thing”?

Hey everyone,

I recently finished reading Brave New Words by Salman Khan, and it’s left me with a lot of thoughts about the future of AI in education. A little bit about me—I’m a product of public schools in Texas, and I later went on to become a middle school science teacher in a public school. Public education has always been close to my heart, and now I work in college admissions and future planning. I’m really passionate about making education accessible for all, especially at a time when public education has been under attack for so long.

While reading the book, I couldn’t help but think about the potential for AI to either widen the education gap or help bridge it. Salman Khan makes a compelling case for AI being a tool to increase equity, but I’m still a bit skeptical, especially given my own experiences in the classroom. We’ve seen technology get rolled out in public schools with little support or guidance, which leaves teachers struggling to keep up. I want to make sure AI doesn’t just become something the wealthy can afford and access but is available for all

I’d love to hear what others thought of the book or your general thoughts on AI and education. How do you think AI can be used effectively in public schools? Do you share the same concerns about access and equity, or are you more optimistic about the potential?

Submitted December 03, 2024 at 06:31AM by elmaryqueso https://ift.tt/GuZz0cg