AI Interactive Presentation Tools Level the Education Playing Field

AI interactive presentation tools are transforming education by changing traditional teaching methods. When putting a presentation together, AI can now do the writing, design, storytelling and real time assessment, leaving teachers with nothing to do but present.

Research indicates that 20 to 40 percent of current teacher hours are spent on activities that could be automated using technology. Instead of teachers spending a lot of time creating presentations, AI interactive software can do this while teachers utilise their valuable time researching and enhancing their knowledge.

As more educational institutions adapt to these ultra-technological modes of presentation, the learning arena will likely undergo a dramatic transformation. The Markets And Markets report (1) suggests that the global use of AI in education could grow to $3.6 billion in 2023.

Inclusion and Universal Access
AI tools can help break down barriers for students who face language barriers or visual or hearing impairments. Interactive AI presentations encourage shy, introverted students to participate in class without fearing being judged. They also enable students to participate anonymously, allowing them to engage with the material without the pressure of public speaking. This promotes classroom inclusivity, ensuring every student feels heard and valued.

Personalised Learning
The Turnaround Challenge, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, found that personalised learning models that organise instruction around individual student needs are the most effective. AI technology collects data on a learner's abilities and preferences, enabling it to establish a personalised and adaptive learning route that continually changes to suit the learner's needs. This level of personalisation not only improves the learning experience but also makes it more responsive to learners' individual needs and requests.

With AI enhanced presentations, students can participate in polls, surveys, quizzes, and other interactive activities. When students respond, witty responses get oohs and ahs, allowing the lecturer to engage directly, thus breaking the ice, making themselves approachable, and the students feel more confident in engaging in the class.

Using these AI presentation tools, teachers can create visual and interactive content that is more engaging than traditional text-based learning materials. They can use features like videos, animations, and interactive quizzes to make learning more enjoyable and memorable. A study by Gallup (2) in 2019 surveyed over 110,000 Texas students from grades 5 through 12, revealing that schools in the top quartile of student engagement had significantly more students meeting and exceeding proficiency requirements than those in the bottom quartile. This highlights the importance of engaging students in the learning process, and interactive AI presentations are a valuable tool for achieving this goal.

Improved Student Performance
By providing real-time data and analyses, AI-powered computer-aided assessment has helped teachers and students identify areas of strength and weakness in student performance. This enables timely interventions to address any issues in teaching and learning, ultimately leading to better student outcomes. With the help of AI, teachers can gain valuable insights into their student's progress and adjust their teaching strategies accordingly. On the other hand, students benefit from personalised feedback and a more engaging learning experience that caters to their individual needs and learning styles.

Improved Teacher Feedback
AI interactive presentation tools allow real-time data analysis, letting teachers gather feedback on their teaching style, materials, and approach. This helps them understand their students' needs and improve their teaching strategies, allowing students to follow the presentation in real time and ask questions about any topic covered. AI-driven quizzes and tests also provide students with immediate feedback on their understanding of the material. Students can go back and review the presentation at a later date if needed.

Gamification
Many students in the Gen Z and Gen Alpha age groups are already accustomed to interactive experiences through video games and other digital platforms. Incorporating AI-powered educational games and simulations into the classroom can make learning more enjoyable and engaging. In a recent study, scientists found that gamification in the classroom increased student engagement and productivity. The researchers introduced a point system for various class activities and measured the level of engagement displayed by students. The results showed that the game-like atmosphere created by gamification was well-received in the classroom and positively impacted student performance.

Moreover, gamified learning has been found to help students retain more of what they learn. This is supported by studies in which employees learning through e-learning modules with gamification experienced an approximately 40% increase in knowledge retention. By leveraging the power of gamification in interactive presentations powered by AI technology, educators can create a more engaging and practical learning experience for their students.

References
1 https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/PressReleases/ai-in-education.asp

2 https://www.d2l.com/blog/personalized-learning-impacts-student-achievement/

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