As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly embedded in educational settings, questions arise about its true impact on the development of students’ creative and critical thinking skills. This paper explores how the integration of AI-powered tools in education can support the development of essential soft skills, such as creativity and critical thinking. There is a strong consensus that these are core 21st-century skills, and AI has the potential to spark and enhance creative thinking (Marrone, Taddeo, & Hill, 2022).
With AI rapidly reshaping the world, the education system is being urged to embrace AI tools in classrooms. Accordingly, this paper addresses how AI can be effectively incorporated into education while preserving the essential human elements of teaching and learning. It analyzes various platforms, such as Kialo Edu, Curipod, and Canva Magic write that can act as catalysts rather than crutches for students’ creative and critical thinking development. The paper proposes practical applications of these tools in classroom settings aiming at promoting those generic skills.
The results of the quantitative research conducted among students at a private university in Georgia provide valuable insights into their experiences and attitudes toward AI-powered tools in education. The findings suggest a generally positive perception of AI integration, with students recognizing its potential to enhance the learning process. Specifically, the results indicate that AI tools can contribute to more interactive, engaging, and personalized educational experiences.

Authors:
Guranda Khabeishvili, International Black Sea University, Georgia

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Posted by James Alexander Gordon

Last updated: 2023-02-23 23:45:00

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