July 10, 2024 — AI-ALOE Director Ashok Goel, a professor of computer science and human-centered computing at Georgia Tech, has been featured in an Education Week article titled “Los Angeles Unified’s AI Meltdown: 5 Ways Districts Can Avoid the Same Mistakes.” The article, written by Alyson Klein, explores the challenges faced by the Los Angeles Unified School District in implementing its AI chatbot “Ed” and offers valuable lessons for other school systems.
In the article, Goel highlights the overhyped expectations surrounding AI in education and emphasizes the importance of understanding the limitations and proper application of AI tools. His insights underscore the need for clear problem definitions, careful vendor selection, and rigorous data privacy measures.
PDF: Los Angeles Unified’s AI Meltdown_ 5 Ways Districts Can Avoid the Same Mistakes
Read the full article here to learn more about how districts can navigate the complexities of integrating AI into their educational systems.