A Sneak Peek into the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Education: Opportunities and Challenges

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) is undoubtedly the driving technological force of the 21st century and is expected to virtually transform every sector, if not human endeavours at large. It would be premature to assume that AI will have no impact on education, as it can pave the way for new methods of learning and teaching by reorganising classrooms or making them obsolete. The application of AI in education may bring about insights into how learning happens and can alter the way learning is assessed. AI has begun to exhibit its effect, acting as an assisting tool for both students and teachers. Studies demonstrate a positive impact of AI on education in the near future. It is currently changing the education sector, but it has yet to demonstrate its true potential. AI will affect education in three major ways. On the learning front, the strength of AI is its personalization, universal access, and generation of smart content, which will aid students in understanding concepts efficiently. Secondly, AI can assist tutors in reducing their workload by automating activities such as grading and assessment. In this way, teachers will be able to shift their entire focus to student learning. Moreover, with the AI system, administrative activities such as registration, course allocation, and staff recruitment are expected to decline. By virtue of this, AI can reduce the educators’ burden of performing manual operations. To reap the benefits of AI transformations in education, teachers and students should be prepared to utilize AI programmes effectively through training. Against this backdrop, the chapter will discuss AI in education, its history, opportunities, and challenges.<br>