Conference - Human Intelligence in the Age of AI

AI at best can sharpen, develop and nurture human intelligence in all its forms, not least for those lacking specialist teachers in certain subjects, those with SEND and amongst those whose attendance record is low. But there is another side to AI. It could short-circuit deep learning, encourage over-dependence, and detract from the hard graft which is necessary in all real intellectual formation. The technology is developing at a frightening pace, and no one seems certain how it can be shaped and made safer, and indeed if either are possible. Some figures like Dominic Cummings are arguing that AI is already in charge and the battle has been lost. This timely conference will bring together a brilliant array of academics, practitioners, cultural leaders and policy makers in common cause of producing a manifesto to present to government on what we believe needs to be done to ensure that AI deepens educational opportunity for all, rather than undercuts and sacrifices it.

This event is hosted in partnership between the Centre for Data Futures and AI in Education

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