In this special summer episode of ChatEDU (The Predication Show - Forecasting AI in Edu), Matt and Liz explore potential futures for AI in education using a forecasting prompt from Professor Ethan Mollick.
First, Matt and Liz introduce the episode concept, explaining how they’ll use Professor Mollick's "Four Futures" AI scenarios to make predictions about various educational topics. Then they dig into the forecasting on topics including: 

Universal translators implanted in earlobes



Potential for real-time translation across languages

Possibility of animal or even alien language translation

Timeline estimates for development


AI in early learning environments


Interactive storytelling and personalized tutoring

Potential for AI playmates and emotional intelligence

Concerns about over-reliance on AI and human teacher roles


AI addressing or exacerbating educational inequities


Potential for free AI tutoring and leveling the playing field

Risks of widening gaps between well-funded and under-resourced schools

AGI's potential to revolutionize education access (with caveats)


AI influence on student creativity and project-based learning


AI as a brainstorming and project management tool

Concerns about balancing AI assistance with original thinking

Potential for immersive simulations and personalized mentorship


AI-generated excuses for late homework (a lighthearted exploration)


Increasingly sophisticated and personalized excuses

Ethical concerns and the importance of honesty



The hosts discuss the implications of these scenarios, balancing excitement for potential benefits with awareness of risks and ethical considerations.
Have a question or comment? Please email Matt and Liz at [email protected] 
Related Links:

Professor Ethan Mollick's "Four Futures" AI Forecasting Prompt: skills21.org/prompts (See Leadership)

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