Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionise various sectors, including early childhood education. This podcast episode and article explore how AI can positively impact nurseries, schools and wider early education.

 

Key discussion points include:

·       The role of AI in its current form and the future of AI.

·       AI guiding us and informing our practice, rather than doing all the work for us.

·       Both educators and children becoming more digitally attuned.

·       Understanding how AI can support our own human intelligence.

 

Read Richard’s article here:

https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/how-can-ai-positively-impact-education/

 

This episode is in partnership with Male Childcare and Teaching Jobs.

 

Male Childcare and Teaching Jobs advocate for greater male participation in education and caregiving roles, offering support and guidance to enhance gender inclusion in nurseries and schools.

 

To find out more visit: https://malechildcareandteachingjobs.co.uk/

 

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·       Promoting STEAM in early years: It’s easier than you think! – Paula Walshe https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/promoting-steam-in-early-years-its-easier-than-you-think/

·       Infant sleep and the role of technology in parenting – Ryan White https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/infant-sleep-and-the-role-of-technology-in-parenting/

·       Using artificial intelligence in early years – Joshua Barr https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/using-artificial-intelligence-in-early-years/

 

Plus hear and read more on men in early childhood: https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/articles/men-in-early-childhood/

 

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Do you have thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch here! – https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/contact/

 

Episode break down:

00:00 – Topic introduction
02:30 – Who is Richard Waite?
06:20 – So what actually is AI?
08:00 – The fear factor in AI
10:20 – Using AI as a tool for admin
12:40 – Supporting children with specific needs
14:30 – Let AI guide you, not replace you
17:20 – Human intelligence and artificial intelligence
22:60 – AI hallucinating & human error
24:50 – Challenges around embracing AI
29:30 – Preparing children for the future
34:20 – How can AI help you?

For more episodes and articles visit The Voice of Early Childhood website: https://www.thevoiceofearlychildhood.com