Guest speaker on the topic “AI: Learning to Coexist”

Asst. Prof. Dr. Vasa Buraphadeja, a faculty member from the Martin de Tours School of Management and Economics at Assumption University, was invited as a distinguished guest speaker. Held at the Faculty of Education, Chulalongkorn University, the panel discussion “AI: Learning to Coexist” gathered 50 teachers for an insightful discourse on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and pedagogy. The discussion highlighted the growing need for educators to adapt to AI-enhanced learning environments while preserving the fundamental human aspects of teaching, ensuring that technology serves as a tool to enrich, rather than replace, traditional educational values.

Key Highlights:

·       SDG 4: Quality Education: The event supported educators in devising effective strategies to incorporate AI into classrooms, ensuring that AI tools complement traditional teaching methods. By promoting adaptive and forward-thinking teaching techniques, the session helped enhance the overall quality of education.

·       SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth: The panel provided frameworks for teachers to optimize AI tools for key areas such as lesson planning, assessment, and personalized learning. This equips educators with the skills to thrive in a digitally evolving landscape, fostering economic growth through more efficient and innovative educational practices.

The session encouraged a balanced perspective on AI adoption, acknowledging both the challenges it presents and its potential to significantly enhance the educational experience. Teachers left the event with a deeper understanding of how to coexist with AI, preparing them to integrate it meaningfully into their teaching practices.