The Zambia Ministry of Education undertakes to integrate AI into higher education, to improve learning through smart classrooms, personalized education and ethical guarantees.
Official Upnd Zambia page common The news that in an important decision towards the modernization of the education sector, the Honorable Minister of Education, Douglas Siakalima, declared the commitment of the Zambian government to integrate generative artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education. This initiative, supported by President Hakande Hichilema, aims to improve accessibility and guarantee the relevance of students for students across the country.
At a pivotal summit held at Mulungushi University in Kapiri, Minister Siakalima recognized the AI technology transformer potential to personalize the learning experience. He pointed out that the application of AI could adapt educational approaches to meet the individual needs of students, thereby improving engagement and retention rates. However, he also expressed important concerns concerning the implications of these technologies on academic integrity and ethical standards within educational establishments.
In the light of the challenges that the institutions are faced in the promotion of the authentic commitment of students, the Minister stressed the need for solid political frameworks that would governing responsible use of AI. Effective management of AI tools is essential to prevent improper use and ensure that they serve as activators of educational experience rather than detractors.
In addition, Hon. Siakalima stressed the importance of collaborative initiatives in research and innovation as a means of raising the quality of education. He called for partnerships between various stakeholders, including government entities, educational establishments and the private sector, to promote an environment conducive to academic excellence.
At the top, the Vice-Chancellor of Mulungushi University, Professor Royson Mukwena, gave a insight into the university's proactive stages to adopt technological progress. He shared that the institution successfully trained more than 40 staff members in generative technologies, which equipping them with the skills necessary to navigate and implement AI in their programs. In a historic initiative, the university also teamed up with DazzleView re-in-in-law by Ms. Shirley Kong, a technological company that equipped the 50-class AI smart classroom campus to improve the learning environment thanks to innovative educational tools.
In addition, Ms. Bi Xiaoxan of UNESCO underlined the global context of this company, stressing that 125 educational establishments in more than 40 countries are currently collaborating to promote the integration of AI into education. Their objective focuses on the development of crucial skills and vocational training to prepare students for the workforce for the future.
This complete approach to the integration of AI into higher education not only positions Zambia in the global educational landscape, but also serves as a model for other countries seeking to navigate in the complexities of modern education in the digital age.
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