6 recommendations on applying artificial intelligence in education

At the seminar 'Promoting AI application in education and training - Benefits and challenges', artificial intelligence experts gave recommendations when organizing this content in general schools.

A lesson on applying digital transformation technology and artificial intelligence at Mac Dinh Chi Secondary School (Tan Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City)

PHOTO: VU QUOC DOAN

Integrating artificial intelligence into subjects instead of separating it into a separate subject

On October 25, the Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Commission coordinated with Saigon Giai Phong Newspaper to organize a discussion "Promoting AI application in education and training - Benefits and challenges".

Assessing the urgency of promoting the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and training, Dr. Le Thi Mai Hoa, Deputy Head of the Department of Education, Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Commission, said that the Party and State have had many policies on developing AI technology in education and training such as: Decision No. 12 of the Prime Minister on the National Strategy on research, development and application of artificial intelligence to 2030; Resolution No. 57 of the Politburo on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation; Resolution No. 71 of the Politburo on breakthroughs in education and training development, etc.

On that basis, Dr. Mai Hoa made 6 recommendations: Develop a national AI literacy program for students and teachers at all levels. Promote training and development of teachers on digital skills and AI ethics. Integrate AI into subjects instead of separating it into separate subjects. Develop a framework for academic ethics and the use of AI in research and teaching. Invest in developing digital infrastructure and AI platforms suitable for Vietnamese data and language. Promote propaganda and communication to popularize awareness of AI in education and training to training institutions, general schools, localities, learners, teachers and the education community.

More than 87% of secondary school students have knowledge about AI, 76% of teachers have used AI in teaching

At the seminar, Professor Le Anh Vinh, Director of the Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences , said that the Ministry of Education and Training is currently building an AI education program framework for students from grades 1 to 12.

Previously, according to the survey results on the readiness of Vietnamese students for AI conducted by this institute at the end of 2024, more than 87% of secondary school students have knowledge about AI. However, only 17% of students apply AI very effectively, 50% of students apply effectively, the remaining more than 30% feel normal or ineffective application. In particular, some difficulties students encounter when using AI include: lack of knowledge and skills about AI; lack of equipment, technology; lack of guidance from teachers...

Regarding teachers, the survey results show that 76% of teachers said they have used AI in teaching. Of these, a worrying rate is that 30.95% of teachers are uncertain about the effectiveness of use; more than 20% of teachers are not confident when applying AI in education.

From a research perspective, Professor Le Anh Vinh believes that current technology does not completely solve educational problems but only solves the problems of technology. If tools are not used intelligently and for the right purposes, the application will not bring practical results for teaching and learning.

3 main pillars when implementing AI in learning

Based on the reality of teachers and students using AI in teaching and learning, a representative of the Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences proposed that the implementation of AI in general education should be based on three main pillars: a consistent policy framework (ensuring ethical requirements, data security and long-term orientation); comprehensive and flexible curriculum and learning materials; human and financial resources.

Sharing at the seminar on breakthrough solutions for AI applications in general education, Ms. Nguyen Phuong Lan, General Director of EMG Education Group, said that promoting AI applications is based on 3 strategic pillars: English training; digital capacity training; core technologies applying AI combined with Metaverse.

Delegates speaking at the seminar

PHOTO: BAO CHAU

Need infrastructure and teaching staff

As one of the first primary schools in Ho Chi Minh City to use the Digital Skills Room, Ms. Do Ngoc Chi, Principal of Nguyen Binh Khiem Primary School (Sai ​​Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City) said that to promote AI application, the school started with fundamental steps such as building infrastructure, training teachers, and combining with innovation in teaching and learning methods.

Nguyen Binh Khiem Primary School has invested in the "Digital Skill Classroom" project with an area of ​​48m², open - flexible - modern design. The room is equipped with 40 tablets, Smart TV, high-speed internet, sound system - air conditioning, along with posters, slogans and QR codes for learning about network safety and digital citizenship principles. That space is not only a technology classroom, but also an educational environment for living values ​​in the digital age - where students learn to master technology, not be controlled by technology.

In addition, the principal of Nguyen Binh Khiem Primary School said that the school organizes training for managers and teachers on exploiting digital learning materials and AI tools to support teaching; applying LMS platforms, Microsoft Teams, online classroom management software; integrating digital citizenship skills in lectures and experiential activities. In particular, teachers are encouraged to change the form of teaching from imparting knowledge to leading capacity, using technology and AI as companions, helping students think critically, be creative and behave civilly in cyberspace.

Students of Nguyen Binh Khiem Primary School (Sai ​​Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City) in the Digital Skill Classroom

Photo: Nhat Thinh

Ms. Pham Thi Be Hien, Principal of Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted (Cho Quan Ward, Ho Chi Minh City), said that this specialized school has been teaching artificial intelligence for 7 years now. In the first phase, the school organized 2 levels: General for 10th graders and advanced for students who love AI research. After a while, the program was adjusted into 3 levels: general; advanced - application; and advanced - in-depth research for students aiming to study AI at university level.

Through the implementation, Ms. Pham Thi Be Hien believes that the biggest difficulty today is the lack of teachers who are well-trained in AI. This is a problem that needs to be solved and resolved soon. "Currently, the school has chosen the solution of contracting with university lecturers and engineers in AI. At the same time, it organizes in-depth training for the school's IT teachers," Ms. Hien said.

Proposing to soon issue documents guiding the implementation of AI strategy in education

At the seminar, Associate Professor Dr. Huynh Thanh Dat, member of the Party Central Committee, Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Commission, proposed that the Ministry of Education and Training and the Ministry of Science and Technology soon advise the Government to issue documents guiding the implementation of the AI ​​strategy in education; especially the AI ​​ethics framework in schools and AI programs and documents for high school level.

In addition, Mr. Dat proposed that the Government and ministries and branches research and build a Digital Transformation Fund in higher education - a strategic investment fund with breakthrough mechanisms and policies to attract socialized resources, encourage businesses to invest in digital infrastructure and AI solutions in education.

On the part of higher education institutions, it is necessary to proactively train, pioneer in innovation, and learn from successful models instead of passively depending on external solutions.

In addition, the business community needs to change its mindset, moving from the role of a passive "employer" to the position of a "co-creator" of human resources. News agencies and newspapers need to continue their mission of propaganda, raising awareness of both the benefits and challenges of AI, creating social consensus and a proactive mindset, ready for integration for the people.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/6-khuyen-nghi-ve-ung-dung-tri-tue-nhan-tao-trong-giao-duc-185251025154150114.htm