At the COMPASS EDUCATION Festival of Learning Conference 2024, Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú delivered a keynote presentation on the transformative role of AI in education, focusing on the AI4EDU project and its tools. His session, titled “Education… AI4EDU What? A Changing Landscape, or is it really?”, emphasized the disruptive potential of AI applications in reshaping educational practices.
Dr. Ó Murchú, introduced the AI4EDU initiative, which aims to revolutionize education through innovative technologies like the #teacherMate and #StudyBuddy tools. These tools are designed to enhance teaching efficiency and personalize learning experiences. The presentation explored current trends in AI for education, highlighting how AI4EDU’s tools can address challenges in modern education, such as bridging the gap between traditional methods and the evolving needs of today’s students.
The session included live demonstrations of these tools, showing how they foster engagement and adaptability in classrooms. Dr. Ó Murchú also presented case studies of successful implementations of AI4EDU in schools, illustrating the practical applications and real-world impact on student learning and teacher support.
The keynote concluded with a look toward the future, predicting further advancements in AI’s role in education and encouraging educators to adopt AI4EDU’s solutions. Attendees were invited to explore the tools further through the AI4EDU website and to continue networking and discussions facilitated by Compass Education
