From the outset, one of the key promises of AI in education has been relieving teachers of repetitive, redundant tasks so they can channel more energy and time on meaningful interactions with learners. Canvas’s new partnership with OpenAI introduces features, such as rubric generation and grading automation. But what captivated me even more is what… Continue reading OpenAI, Instructure Partner to Reimagine AssessmentsÂ
Tag: Curriculum
Reflection: Key Takeaway from This Semester
One of my favorite units in university this semester has been the Management of Public Enterprises. I feel that the lecturer put a deliberate effort into designing the learning experience to match the timeliness and importance of the course. Last year, Kenyan youths (Gen Z) led nationwide protests that forced President Ruto to decline signing… Continue reading Reflection: Key Takeaway from This Semester
Decolonizing Learning: Pedagogical Innovation in Africa
I’m passionate about driving digital transformation and innovation at the intersection of education, technology, and social equity. I believe education is the greatest equalizer in society. Today, in Kenya and globally, it stands at a crossroads: undergoing a much-needed transformation, yet grappling with mounting challenges that threaten its impact. First, thanks to the proliferation of… Continue reading Decolonizing Learning: Pedagogical Innovation in Africa
Reimagining Education: Role of Math
The Ministry of Education (MOE) recently announced that mathematics will no longer be compulsory for learners transitioning to senior secondary school under the new competency-based curriculum (CBC). This comes against a backdrop of a plethora of challenges emanating from the implementation of the new curriculum, among them insufficient instructors for the new pathways, most notably… Continue reading Reimagining Education: Role of Math
Implications of AI Hallucinations on Education
ChatGPT, the leading generative AI offering, still experiences a lot of hallucinations. An AI hallucination refers to the occasions when AI generates false or misleading information that appears reasonable but is not based on facts. This past week, I have been intentionally conversing with the generative AI tool to experience its strengths and weaknesses. During… Continue reading Implications of AI Hallucinations on Education