The Indonesian government’s commitment to implementing inclusive education is reflected in the increase in the number of inclusive schools from 28,778 in 2021 to 40,164 in 2023. Inclusive education means all children are in the same classroom and school —not just children with disabilities but also minority language speakers and others. However, this increasing number is not accompanied by solutions to […] … learn more→
Feeling, creativity, will: the key role of teachers in inclusive education
In a new manifesto, OpenAI’s Sam Altman envisions an AI utopia – and reveals glaring blind spots
By now, many of us are probably familiar with artificial intelligence hype. AI will make artists redundant! AI can do lab experiments! AI will end grief! Even by these standards, the latest proclamation from OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman, published on his personal website this week, seems remarkably hyperbolic. We are on the verge of “The Intelligence Age”, […] … learn more→
ChatGPT is changing the way we write. Here’s how – and why it’s a problem
Have you noticed certain words and phrases popping up everywhere lately? Phrases such as “delve into” and “navigate the landscape” seem to feature in everything from social media posts to news articles and academic publications. They may sound fancy, but their overuse can make a text feel monotonous and repetitive. This trend may be linked […] … learn more→
How can machines take into account the consequences of their actions?
The emergence of so-called large language models, such as ChatGPT , has revived long-standing academic debates . What characteristics must an AI system possess to be considered truly intelligent ? Should it have common sense ? Should it be autonomous? Should it take into account the consequences of its actions? Answering these questions is crucial to understanding where we are in the challenge […] … learn more→
What America’s history can teach us about debates on religious freedom and its importance for democracy
Supporters of both major U.S. political parties tend to claim their presidential candidate is the “real” Christian or the “better” Christian or just the “true” Christian. For a majority of white evangelical protestants, Trump is the good Christian. Christians for Kamala, a newly created group of self-identified Christians who support the Democratic nominee, say that her […] … learn more→
Climate change is easier to study when it’s presented as a game
Climate change is among the more difficult but important topics to teach to young people. It involves complicated science and data, and it can be really depressing, given the bleak picture it paints of Earth’s future. So how do educators get students more engaged in lessons about climate change? One way that works is to […] … learn more→
Simple technologies that allow robots to be built and programmed in class
In the summer, most teachers take advantage of the opportunity to rest from the hustle and bustle of the academic year. However, many others spend part of their holidays refreshing their knowledge and adapting to new ways of teaching. But when it comes to innovation, not everything goes. Educational innovation is not just about using […] … learn more→
With “design fiction”, training students to imagine futures
More and more companies are recruiting scriptwriters and designers in “design fiction,” an immersive method that uses science fiction to project potential futures. How are schools and universities adapting to this trend? “Design of fictions”, “creation of prototypes”, “ability to mobilize imaginations to glimpse desirable futures”: these are the new skills sought by Hermès, Matmut […] … learn more→
The United Nations has a plan to govern AI – but has it bought the industry’s hype?
The United Nations Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Artificial Intelligence (AI) has released its final report on governing AI for humanity. The report presents a blueprint for addressing AI-related risks while still enabling the potential of this technology. It also includes a call to action for all governments and stakeholders to work together in governing AI to foster […] … learn more→
Self-forgiveness is more than self-comfort − a philosopher explains
As the Jewish High Holidays approach, which begin with Rosh Hashanah and continue with Yom Kippur, the theme of forgiveness keeps coming to my mind. The 10 days from Rosh Hashanah to Yom Kippur are referred to in the Jewish tradition as the days of repentance, or the days of awe. During this period, Jews who […] … learn more→