Tag: Artificial intelligence

AIEducation

Study Finds AI-Generated Lesson Plans Lack Engagement and Diversity in Civics Education

New research indicates AI-generated lesson plans for civics education predominantly focus on basic memorization skills while overlooking diverse perspectives. The study analyzed over 300 lesson plans created by popular chatbots, finding significant gaps in multicultural content and higher-order thinking activities. Education experts recommend teachers use AI as a supplement rather than replacement for lesson planning.

AI Lesson Plans Fall Short on Engagement and Diversity

When teachers turn to commonly used artificial intelligence chatbots for lesson planning assistance, the results fail to produce more engaging or effective learning experiences compared to traditional methods, according to recent research. The study specifically examined civics education materials and found that generative artificial intelligence tools frequently overlook opportunities to include perspectives from traditionally marginalized groups.

by Darren Holt
AIBusiness

Former Meta Executive Warns AI Sector Showing Bubble Characteristics, Potential Correction Ahead

Former Meta executive Nick Clegg has raised concerns about potential AI market correction, citing “crazy valuations” and unsustainable dealmaking pace. The industry veteran pointed to massive capital requirements and technical limitations as factors increasing correction likelihood.

AI Investment Boom Shows Signs of Market Bubble, Former Meta Executive Warns

Former Meta Platforms executive Nick Clegg has expressed concerns that the artificial intelligence sector may be headed for a market correction, according to recent reports. The former president of global affairs at Meta reportedly told CNBC that the AI industry “certainly got some pretty prominent features of what looks like a bubble.”

by Darren Holt
PolicyTechnology

Meta Introduces Enhanced AI Safety Features for Teen Users Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

Meta is developing new parental controls that will enable restrictions on teen interactions with AI characters across its platforms. The announcement comes as federal regulators examine potential risks of AI chatbots for younger users. Company officials indicate the features will begin rolling out early next year.

Enhanced Parental Oversight for AI Interactions

Meta Platforms is developing new parental control options that will allow parents to restrict their teenagers’ interactions with artificial intelligence characters, according to reports. The upcoming features will enable parents to completely disable one-on-one chats with AI characters and block specific AI personas their children might encounter. Sources indicate parents will also gain visibility into the topics their teens discuss with these chatbot systems.

by Darren Holt
AISoftware

Microsoft Enhances Windows 11 with Voice-Activated Copilot and Screen Analysis Features

Windows 11 users will soon activate Copilot with “Hey Copilot” voice commands and access screen analysis through Copilot Vision. The update transforms the search bar into a Copilot interface while introducing the action-oriented Manus AI assistant. These changes position Windows 11 as Microsoft’s platform for AI-driven computing.

Voice Activation Comes to Windows Copilot

Microsoft is significantly upgrading the artificial intelligence capabilities in Windows 11, according to reports from the company’s official announcement. Sources indicate users will soon be able to summon Microsoft’s built-in assistant by saying “Hey Copilot,” mirroring the voice activation functionality of smartphone assistants like Siri. The feature will be available on any personal computer that supports voice input and runs Copilot, enabling hands-free task completion.

by Sarah Collins