Welcome to this week's edition of AI In Education Weekly.
In today's newsletter, we have some exciting developments in the realm of AI and education. Duos Edge AI is teaming up with the Region 3 Education Service Center to open an Edge Data Center in Victoria, Texas, which will enhance digital access for 37 school districts. Meanwhile, NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited has partnered with Thailand's Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation to launch the MHESI Skill platform, offering free training in electric vehicle technology.
Additionally, a survey by CNA shows that a significant 84% of secondary school students in Singapore are using AI tools for homework assistance weekly. In China, the Ministry of Education has set new guidelines for integrating AI into primary education, focusing on teaching AI concepts while limiting the use of generative AI for independent work. Furthermore, Kira Learning, led by AI researcher Andrew Ng, has introduced AI agents to assist teachers with tasks like grading and lesson planning, aiming to personalize learning and support educators.
Duos Edge AI to Open Edge Data Center in Texas
Duos Edge AI is partnering with Region 3 Education Service Center to launch a new Edge Data Center in Victoria, Texas. The facility will enhance digital access for 37 school districts, supporting AI-based learning and telemedicine. Read more
NetDragon Partners with Thai Ministry for AI Education Platform
NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited has launched the MHESI Skill platform in collaboration with Thailand's Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation. This AI education platform aims to provide free, certified training in electric vehicle technology as part of the 'EV Ready+' initiative. Read more
Survey Shows High AI Usage Among Singaporean Students
A survey by CNA reveals that 84% of secondary school students in Singapore use AI tools for homework assistance weekly, highlighting its impact on academic performance. Read more
China's Education Ministry Sets AI Guidelines for Schools
China's Ministry of Education has issued new guidelines for integrating AI into primary education, focusing on teaching AI concepts while restricting generative AI for independent student work. Read more
Kira Learning Introduces AI Agents for Education
Kira Learning, led by AI expert Andrew Ng, has launched AI agents to aid teachers by automating tasks such as grading and lesson planning, aiming to enhance personalized learning in classrooms. Read more
Estonia Launches AI Initiative in Schools
Estonia is implementing a national initiative, AI Leap, to integrate artificial intelligence skills into education, while promoting smartphone use as learning tools. Read more
Student Perceptions of AI at Canterbury Christ Church University
Libby Farrier-Cave, a senior lecturer, examines how students' beliefs about AI intelligence affect their confidence and engagement in higher education at Canterbury Christ Church University. Read more
AI's Impact on Higher Education
The article examines how AI is transforming higher education by altering learning and teaching methods, improving student engagement, and streamlining administrative processes. Read more
Estonian Government Launches AI Leap 2025 Initiative
The Estonian Government is introducing the AI Leap 2025 initiative to provide AI-powered learning resources to thousands of students and teachers, aiming to enhance digital literacy and critical thinking skills. Read more