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While a number of companies and nonprofits are experimenting with AI-powered tutors, Merlyn Mind is rolling out an AI-enabled assistant for teachers to use in the classroom.The new tool can be installed on a teacher’s laptop, where it awaits voice commands to answer in-class questions, pull up lessons on platforms like PowerPoint, or send assignments and other materials to students. Merlyn Mind cofounder and CEO Satya Nitta, who previously worked on AI tools for learning at IBM Research, says the company purposely focused…

Credit: CC0 Public Domain The point when a child with special educational needs (SEN) is diagnosed is an important moment in their lives. It allows schools to provide them with access to additional resources, such as assistive technology, specialized teaching programs or the services of professionals such as educational…

Google is opening the doors for teenagers to engage with Bard, the AI chatbot, starting this Thursday. In a recent blog post, Google outlines the implementation of guardrails to ensure a secure and educational experience for young users. Bard will be accessible to teens in "most countries around the world," provided they meet Google's minimum age requirement to manage their own accounts, which is typically 13, with exceptions listed in a support document.Google's Commitment to Teen SafetyInitially available in English,…

Last Updated: November 06, 2023, 16:27 ISTAir India and KidZania Join Forces to Soar High in Educational Entertainment. (File photo) Air India and KidZania join hands to inspire young minds with immersive aviation experiences, enhancing educational entertainment.KidZania India, a globally recognized name in the realm of educational entertainment, has partnered with Air India, India’s foremost global airline, in a multi-year collaboration that promises to revolutionize aviation education.This extraordinary alliance will…

YouTube is experimenting with AI-generated quizzes on its mobile app for iOS and Android devices, which are designed to help viewers learn more about a subject featured in an educational video. The feature will also help the video-sharing platform get a better understanding of how well each video covers a certain topic. The AI-generated quizzes, which YouTube noted on its experiments page yesterday, are rolling out globally to a small percentage of users that watch “a few” educational videos,…

Children in Nigeria who watched the educational TV show "Akili and Me" test their alphabet-recognition skills with UMD researchers, who found that regular watching boosted learning in literacy, shape and color recognition, and more. Credit: Ubongo A University of Maryland study upended by the COVID-19 lockdown in Nigeria made an unexpected discovery: Preschool children who regularly watched educational television programming…

Ubisoft has announced that the upcoming Assassin's Creed Mirage will include a mode called History of Baghdad. This, as Ubisoft says, is an effort to bring "players closer to history." The mode will be available for free when the game launches this fall.History of Baghdad offers historically accurate articles that players can read after discovering specific sites throughout the game, serving as a reward for exploration. These articles cover five topics including economy, belief and daily life, government,…

The smartphone and internet era has greatly influenced our education system. Mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets have now become virtual classrooms. Thanks to educational apps, you can use your Android smartphone to learn a variety of things or teach new skills to yourself or your kids from the comfort of your home. There are tons of educational apps on the Google Play Store. While some apps cover all general topics that you should know about, some apps specialize in select subjects. They are designed to help…

The crypto market has been characterized by volatility and unpredictability for newcomers like Waves (WAVES). Ripple’s (XRP) CEO anticipates a delayed verdict, while Waves (WAVES) takes a step forward in educating users by expanding their lessons. Meanwhile, TMS Network (TMSN) makes it big, excelling in their latest presale. Ripple (XRP) CEO Anticipates Delayed Verdict The SEC lawsuit against Ripple (XRP) has been a trending topic in recent months. Ripple’s (XRP) price has declined by around 15% in the last 30 days,…

New solar eclipse educational resources can be found under the “Earth as a System” header on the My NASA Data website. Credit: My NASA Data To help learners of all ages understand how to safely observe the Oct. 14, 2023, annular solar eclipse and the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse, NASA has released a new set of resources for educators. …