AI in Universities & Schools - Where are we at & where are we headed?
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Articles and Resources of the week
AI & Universities - Will Masters of Learning Master New Learnings?
Bond Capital's report on AI in Education explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in university settings and how is has been used to date. While history shows that ‘technological improvements lead to productivity gains which lead to improvements in quality-of-life for more citizens’, no one can predict exactly how this wave will play out. The article argues that ‘we should not be paranoid and restrictive about utilizing these technologies, but thoughtfully curious’.
HolonIQ has announced its 2024 Europe EdTech 200 list, highlighting the most promising EdTech startups across Europe. This year's cohort includes a significant number of startups focused on workforce upskilling and digital infrastructure for learning, reflecting ongoing investment in education technology despite challenging market conditions.
As More AI Tools Emerge in Education, so Does Concern Among Teachers About Being Replaced
As AI tools become more prevalent in education, concerns among teachers about being replaced are rising. While AI offers benefits like administrative support and personalized learning, educators worry about reduced human interaction and job security. Recent legislative efforts in California aim to ensure AI is used thoughtfully without replacing teachers, highlighting the need for balance between technological advancements and the irreplaceable value of human educators.
Investment news
Swiss Taskbase, an AI based tool for teaching & learning, has raised a €3.6M round from Acrobator Ventures (Acrobator.vc), Mediahuis Ventures, Bloomhaus Ventures AG, and other existing investors.
Family fintech app Bling has raised $12M in Series A funding, led by Owl Ventures, with participation from Commerzbank Group's VC, Neosfer, as well as existing investors PEAK and Angel Invest.
Jobs in Edtech
Zen Educate is looking for a Legal Counsel (London).
Ucademy is looking for a Business Development Representative (Madrid).
GoStudent is hiring a Head of Accounting (Berlin)
Adam is looking for a Junior Project Manager (Amsterdam, Prague, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Athens)
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