Artificial Intelligence in Education


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IBM to Acquire AI and Data Solutions Provider DataStax

IBM has announced the planned acquisition AI and data solutions provider DataStax, in a move aimed at enhancing its watsonx portfolio and advancing generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities for enterprises.

  • 02/28/25
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2025 Tech Tactics in Education Conference Agenda Announced

Registration is free for this fully virtual May 7 event, focused on "Thriving in the Age of AI" in K-12 and higher education.

  • 02/27/25
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Innovate Tech X Launches Certified AI Engineer Pathway Program for High School Students

Tech training provider Innovate Tech X has introduced a new Certified AI Engineer Pathway Program designed to help high school students attain in-demand skills and certifications in artificial intelligence.

  • 02/25/25
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6 Policy Recommendations for Adopting AI in the Classroom

The Southern Regional Education Board's Commission on AI in Education has published six recommendations on adopting artificial intelligence in schools, colleges, and universities. The guidance marks the commission's first release since it was established last February, with more recommendations planned in the coming year.

  • 02/24/25
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Study Finds Generative AI Could Inhibit Critical Thinking

A new study on how knowledge workers engage in critical thinking found that workers with higher confidence in generative AI technology tend to employ less critical thinking to AI-generated outputs than workers with higher confidence in personal skills.

  • 02/21/25
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Cloud Security Alliance Calls for Reassessment of AI Development in the Face of DeepSeek Debut

Organizations must reassess traditional approaches to AI development in light of DeepSeek AI's disruptive debut, according to the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA).

  • 02/18/25
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OpenAI to Consolidate AI Models with GPT-5 Launch

OpenAI has canceled plans to release its o3 model, opting instead for a "simplified" product lineup centered on its upcoming GPT-5 product.

  • 02/18/25
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New OpenAI Agent Turns ChatGPT into a Research Analyst

OpenAI has unveiled a new "Deep Research" feature that enhances ChatGPT with the capabilities of a "research analyst" that automates time-consuming research by retrieving, analyzing, and synthesizing online information.

  • 02/12/25
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What AI Gets Right and How It Will Be Used in the Year Ahead

AI has tremendous potential to do good in education while honoring and upholding the essential role of teachers. However, its success will depend on how we choose to use it.

  • 02/12/25
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I've Been in K-12 for Over 15 Years. Here Are Three Things We Need to Do to Integrate AI Now.

When AI is deployed responsibly and equitably, the potential advantages of empowering more personalized learning, optimizing student engagement, uncovering gaps in education, automating routine tasks, and freeing up more time for effective teacher-student interactions have the power to transform education.

  • 01/30/25