A few weeks ago, we had the chance to engage in a fascinating conversation with Peter Singer’s AI avatar—an experimental project built using his writings and public statements to provide answers that closely reflect his positions. The avatar, while compelling, left us wondering: what would the real Peter Singer say? We don't need to wonder anymore. We recently … [Read more...] about From Digital Doppelgänger to the Real Philosopher: Interviewing “the Real” Peter Singer on AI and Ethics in Education
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AI and Education: How to Make a True Educational Revolution Possible
For years, technology has entered classrooms across Latin America and the Caribbean with promises of an educational revolution. Many well-intentioned efforts have produced mixed results. However, evidence accumulated over recent decades has taught us that what truly makes a difference is not the technology itself, but how it is used. Today, artificial intelligence (AI) … [Read more...] about AI and Education: How to Make a True Educational Revolution Possible
Exploring AI Ethics in Education: A Conversation with Peter Singer’s chatbot
In an innovative experiment, we interacted with Peter Singer's chatbot, one of the most influential philosophers in the utilitarian school of thought, to explore the ethical implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Peter Singer is a central figure in our time, especially when considering the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on society. His relevance … [Read more...] about Exploring AI Ethics in Education: A Conversation with Peter Singer’s chatbot
Education Policy and Results: It’s (almost) All in the Implementation
Getting the right education policies into place is hard enough. But more often than not, implementation is where they fall apart. Let us share two striking findings. First, an analysis of more than 400 education policies across more than 40 education systems found that fewer than half of these policies showed evidence of progress or impact over the past decade. Second, another … [Read more...] about Education Policy and Results: It’s (almost) All in the Implementation
How to Keep Teachers in Challenging Schools? Evidence from São Paulo Shows Money Works
Teacher turnover hits hardest in schools that can least afford it. In São Paulo, Brazil's largest city, schools serving disadvantaged communities have historically struggled to retain experienced teachers, creating a revolving door that disrupts student learning. But new research shows that targeted financial incentives can dramatically change this pattern. The Challenge: … [Read more...] about How to Keep Teachers in Challenging Schools? Evidence from São Paulo Shows Money Works