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Changing the view of AI within education
Artificial intelligence has quickly impacted how others work, learn, and communicate within their everyday lives. When it comes to a student's education, AI provides many tools that can aid a student's learning and studying and quickly boost productivity. Because of concerns related to academic integrity and cheating with the use of technology, schools have simply banned the use of these tool. These concerns are valid and bring correct attention to issues that may arise however, strict bans on AI prevents students from benefiting for the use of this technology and lacks preparation for the modern workplace environment. Because of this, policies in education should be re looked at, to allow for students to maximize their learning with the help of technology, also preparing them for the competitive work force, where the tools is already set in place.
History of the problem
The issue of the problem began when AI became much more popular and available to everyday people in their lives. Some students quickly began using the tool for learning and studying, to help answer questions or as study guides to help organized thoughts. The use of study aids, and tools for writing were easily accessible and easy to use as they did not require much training and were free. As soon as schools became aware, the ban became effective on AI with the fear of risking the academic integrity of students. Instead of being flexible and allowing for some sort of use of the tool, educators were strict and quick on restricting all use of artificial intelligence within the classroom. The main reason behind this shift was the fear of the technology being misused for cheating, as AI could simply do all the work for students. While the intentions of this change were good, it failed to allow for any possible way this new technology could be used for the benefit of a student's learning, and future jobs instead of being seen as a cheat code or easy shortcut to get work done.
Extent of the problem
The banning of AI has become adapted by all schools across the educational system. Policies have been put in place the be consistent with the ban, but not the use of technology for good. Some schools completely stand by this ban while others allow for tools to be used in some manner on specific assignments. This inconsistency with how technology should be used and when it is acceptable is what causes confusions to students, making it difficult for students to understand what technology is acceptable and why. When look at from outside the education environment, AI continues to grow and become used in everyday environments such as the workforce. Students are constantly using AI with their employers, internships, and everyday life, but at school are told not to use it. When students do get a chance to use AI, outside of their education, they find it fery helpful, increasing their productivity. As AI only continues to grow, the big contrast shows how AI is quickly growing in the workplace, making a complete ban of AI an unrealistic expectation for the real world where technology is constantly changing.
Repercussion of the problem
The Ban of AI has multiple negative impacts on students. It sparks confusion around the use of technology. It forces students to either not use the tools or use them in secretly and learn its benefits. This leads into the second negative impact a ban can have, by causing students to miss out on valuable learnings and practices that they can apply to their future careers. Having a solid foundation on digital literacy is very important when joining the workforce and is something employers look for when searching for future candidates. Multiple studies show that AI is here to stay and is only going to become more popular within the workplace. Limiting students use of technology also creates tension between trust of the school and students. When policies are design only to punish the use of such tools, students feel distrusted and not motivated to continue their learning. Some policy makers are concern with not just academic integrity, but issues related to risk and security with the extended use of this technology. Studies show that this is one of the main concerns when dealing with this issue (Dogaru), with this in mid policy makers can address this problem ensuring that all uses are fair and protect privacy. Learning in an environment like this causes more issues and limits innovation to learn, especially when students careers are heavily involved in computer science.
Quick Fix Solution
One quick fix to this issue can start with the creation of policies in schools. Schools can create clear and more detailed policies about AI instead of simply banning it. Policies can be reshaped to allow for more accommodations such as for outlining, studying, or practicing. Policy makers can also specifically state how Ai cannot be used for test or filling out coursework, in order to maintain academic integrity. Along with this, another quick fix, would be having open conversations about the new use of AI in classrooms. This can teach the reasons behind the change and how to responsibly use AI while maintaining academic integrity. With Academic integrity being the main issue with a change to policy, studies actually show that literacy in AI can teach valuable skills on prompt engineering, and critical thinking (Walter). Walter explains that when using AI, people learn how to create prompts, what responses to expect and how to evaluate those responses to use them for whatever issue they are trying to fix, enhancing their critical thinking skills. This ensures students are still learning while using AI but critically thinking of submissions and carefully analyzing responses. Students can also ensure they are taking a deeper dive into the information, finding information that otherwise would not have been considered without the help of artificial intelligence. All this can be done under a more clear and adjusted policy that promotes today's current technology shifts.
Long-Term Solutions
A long-term fix to this issue is completely shifting and changing the view educators have on AI. It is the school's responsibility to prepare students to enter the workforce with strong skills that match or exceed those of the competition. Some studies show that jobs that are involved in data analysis, programing and AI are some of the most popular and highest growing in the market (U.S Department of Education). Schools should begin to start including AI into different learning programs, large or small. Teachers and policy makers should be the ones on the frontline, developing new ideas and ways to create detailed guidelines on its use rather than just providing punishment for those who attempt to use the tool. By allowing students to have a responsible use of AI, it can actually build trust and develop stronger critical thinking skills as they evaluate what Ai has generated. This also allows for students to go into the workforce more prepared, as they will now be in line with what other employees know about AI and how they can apply it to their jobs. Based on information found from the U.S Department of education, lots of employers are already encouraging employees to use AI to boost productivity and will continue to provide demos and trainings so that employees become familiar with the tool (U.S Dept of Education). This is just evidence that Ai is here to stay and can possibly become a requirement for most employers.
Conclusion
In conclusion AI is becoming a tool that cannot be avoided, when it comes to education and in the workforce. Studies show that because AI is so integrated in our daily lives, AI will only grow, making it impossible to ignore or not use (Selwyn). To stay ahead of the technology, it is essential for people to become self-sufficient with using AI and aware of its fast-paced changes. The worry of cheating on test and impact academic integrity are valid concerns, but completely banning the tool has more negative impacts rather than positive ones. In order to fully prepare students for their career, improve their learning, and build a trustworthy relationship, policies must be reevaluated to include a responsible use of AI. By creating new policies, schools can be confident students are learning to the best of their abilities and are fully prepared to enter the workforce all while maintain academic integrity with their education.
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Changing the view of AI within education
Artificial intelligence has quickly impacted how others work, learn, and communicate within their everyday lives. When it comes to a student's education, AI provides many tools that can aid a student's learning and studying and quickly boost productivity. Because of concerns related to academic integrity and cheating with the use of technology, schools have simply banned the use of these tool. These concerns are valid and bring correct attention to issues that may arise however, strict bans on AI prevents students from benefiting for the use of this technology and lacks preparation for the modern workplace environment. Because of this, policies in education should be re looked at, to allow for students to maximize their learning with the help of technology, also preparing them for the competitive work force, where the tools is already set in place.
History of the problem
The issue of the problem began when AI became much more popular and available to everyday people in their lives. Some students quickly began using the tool for learning and studying, to help answer questions or as study guides to help organized thoughts. The use of study aids, and tools for writing were easily accessible and easy to use as they did not require much training and were free. As soon as schools became aware, the ban became effective on AI with the fear of risking the academic integrity of students. Instead of being flexible and allowing for some sort of use of the tool, educators were strict and quick on restricting all use of artificial intelligence within the classroom. The main reason behind this shift was the fear of the technology being misused for cheating, as AI could simply do all the work for students. While the intentions of this change were good, it failed to allow for any possible way this new technology could be used for the benefit of a student's learning, and future jobs instead of being seen as a cheat code or easy shortcut to get work done.
Extent of the problem
The banning of AI has become adapted by all schools across the educational system. Policies have been put in place the be consistent with the ban, but not the use of technology for good. Some schools completely stand by this ban while others allow for tools to be used in some manner on specific assignments. This inconsistency with how technology should be used and when it is acceptable is what causes confusions to students, making it difficult for students to understand what technology is acceptable and why. When look at from outside the education environment, AI continues to grow and become used in everyday environments such as the workforce. Students are constantly using AI with their employers, internships, and everyday life, but at school are told not to use it. When students do get a chance to use AI, outside of their education, they find it fery helpful, increasing their productivity. As AI only continues to grow, the big contrast shows how AI is quickly growing in the workplace, making a complete ban of AI an unrealistic expectation for the real world where technology is constantly changing.
Repercussion of the problem
The Ban of AI has multiple negative impacts on students. It sparks confusion around the use of technology. It forces students to either not use the tools or use them in secretly and learn its benefits. This leads into the second negative impact a ban can have, by causing students to miss out on valuable learnings and practices that they can apply to their future careers. Having a solid foundation on digital literacy is very important when joining the workforce and is something employers look for when searching for future candidates. Multiple studies show that AI is here to stay and is only going to become more popular within the workplace. Limiting students use of technology also creates tension between trust of the school and students. When policies are design only to punish the use of such tools, students feel distrusted and not motivated to continue their learning. Some policy makers are concern with not just academic integrity, but issues related to risk and security with the extended use of this technology. Studies show that this is one of the main concerns when dealing with this issue (Dogaru), with this in mid policy makers can address this problem ensuring that all uses are fair and protect privacy. Learning in an environment like this causes more issues and limits innovation to learn, especially when students careers are heavily involved in computer science.
Quick Fix Solution
One quick fix to this issue can start with the creation of policies in schools. Schools can create clear and more detailed policies about AI instead of simply banning it. Policies can be reshaped to allow for more accommodations such as for outlining, studying, or practicing. Policy makers can also specifically state how Ai cannot be used for test or filling out coursework, in order to maintain academic integrity. Along with this, another quick fix, would be having open conversations about the new use of AI in classrooms. This can teach the reasons behind the change and how to responsibly use AI while maintaining academic integrity. With Academic integrity being the main issue with a change to policy, studies actually show that literacy in AI can teach valuable skills on prompt engineering, and critical thinking (Walter). Walter explains that when using AI, people learn how to create prompts, what responses to expect and how to evaluate those responses to use them for whatever issue they are trying to fix, enhancing their critical thinking skills. This ensures students are still learning while using AI but critically thinking of submissions and carefully analyzing responses. Students can also ensure they are taking a deeper dive into the information, finding information that otherwise would not have been considered without the help of artificial intelligence. All this can be done under a more clear and adjusted policy that promotes today's current technology shifts.
Long-Term Solutions
A long-term fix to this issue is completely shifting and changing the view educators have on AI. It is the school's responsibility to prepare students to enter the workforce with strong skills that match or exceed those of the competition. Some studies show that jobs that are involved in data analysis, programing and AI are some of the most popular and highest growing in the market (U.S Department of Education). Schools should begin to start including AI into different learning programs, large or small. Teachers and policy makers should be the ones on the frontline, developing new ideas and ways to create detailed guidelines on its use rather than just providing punishment for those who attempt to use the tool. By allowing students to have a responsible use of AI, it can actually build trust and develop stronger critical thinking skills as they evaluate what Ai has generated. This also allows for students to go into the workforce more prepared, as they will now be in line with what other employees know about AI and how they can apply it to their jobs. Based on information found from the U.S Department of education, lots of employers are already encouraging employees to use AI to boost productivity and will continue to provide demos and trainings so that employees become familiar with the tool (U.S Dept of Education). This is just evidence that Ai is here to stay and can possibly become a requirement for most employers.
Conclusion
In conclusion AI is becoming a tool that cannot be avoided, when it comes to education and in the workforce. Studies show that because AI is so integrated in our daily lives, AI will only grow, making it impossible to ignore or not use (Selwyn). To stay ahead of the technology, it is essential for people to become self-sufficient with using AI and aware of its fast-paced changes. The worry of cheating on test and impact academic integrity are valid concerns, but completely banning the tool has more negative impacts rather than positive ones. In order to fully prepare students for their career, improve their learning, and build a trustworthy relationship, policies must be reevaluated to include a responsible use of AI. By creating new policies, schools can be confident students are learning to the best of their abilities and are fully prepared to enter the workforce all while maintain academic integrity with their education.
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