This is the first article in a series discussing how AI will likely be tasked with solving some of our problems in the near future.
A useful definition:
Strong Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a theoretical form of machine intelligence that is equal to human intelligence. Key characteristics of Strong AI include the ability to reason, solve puzzles, make judgments, plan, learn, and communicate. (1)
Education is fundamental to a well-developed society. Given that premise, the US is spending far too much money on public schools and education for a pitiful return on investment. The current amount appears to be more than USD 700 billion in the 2015–2016 school year or about $13K+ for each student (2). One can point the finger at many causes, a few of the usual suspects are; the teachers, the union, politics, and embedded interests. These have all conspired to either reduce the overall benefits or increase the costs of education in the US.
What’s wrong with the current system?
- Classroom Size
- Poverty
- Family Factors
- Technology
- Bullying, Violence, and Safety
- Student Attitudes and Behaviors
- No Child Left Behind
- Parental Involvement
