2016: The World Economic Forum publishes a report on the future of jobs, highlighting the growing importance of digital skills and the need for education systems to adapt.
THE HISTORY OF ICT INTEGRATION AND AI IN EDUCATION
2017: The European Commission launches the Digital Education Action Plan, which aims to promote the use of digital technologies in education and improve digital skills among students and teachers.
2018: The OECD publishes a report on the impact of AI on education, arguing that AI has the potential to transform education by personalizing learning, automating administrative tasks, and improving assessment.
2019: The UNESCO Mobile Learning Week focuses on AI and education, exploring how AI can support inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all.
2020: The COVID-19 pandemic forces many schools to shift to online learning, highlighting the importance of digital technologies in education and accelerating the adoption of AI-powered tools like chatbots and virtual assistants
2021: The UK government launches a new National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, which includes a focus on using AI to transform education and training.
2022: The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED) brings together researchers, educators, and policymakers to discuss the latest developments in AI and education.
2023: The use of AI-powered adaptive learning platforms becomes increasingly widespread in schools and universities, allowing students to learn at their own pace and receive personalized feedback and support.